Bakken-Young Funeral & Cremation Services

Bakken-Young Funeral & Cremation Services has been a cornerstone of compassionate care in western Wisconsin, serving families in New Richmond, River Falls, and the surrounding communities including Baldwin. With a mission to help families connect, honor, and remember, the firm provides a comprehensive range of funeral and cremation services designed to meet diverse needs and preferences. Operating from two convenient locations—728 S Knowles Avenue in New Richmond and 805 E Division Street in River Falls—Bakken-Young offers a welcoming environment where families can gather to celebrate the lives of their loved ones. The New Richmond facility, accessible via phone at 715-243-5252, and the River Falls location at 715-425-8788, are both equipped with wheelchair accessible entrances and parking lots, ensuring that all guests can participate comfortably. Bakken-Young specializes in traditional burial services and cremation options, including direct cremation, and offers prepayment plans and financial assistance to ease the burden on families during difficult times. The firm provides mental health support, recognizing that grief extends beyond the immediate funeral arrangements. A dedicated grief support program features a variety of resources such as a grief support calendar with events like Coffee & Conversation virtual gatherings, Picnic in the Park at Roberts Park for gentle community connection, and mindfulness-based self-care practices. These services are designed to accompany families through the healing process long after the service. Bakken-Young also offers a unique ability to live-stream services, allowing distant relatives and friends to participate virtually through OneRoomStreaming. Their website features up-to-date obituaries and a pending services section to keep the community informed. The firm emphasizes preplanning, helping individuals make arrangements in advance to relieve their loved ones from making difficult decisions during moments of grief. The Bakken-Young team is composed of experienced professionals who take great pride in assisting families with planning and conducting the most suitable funeral or memorial service, ensuring that each tribute reflects the unique life of the departed. With a strong online presence and active social media engagement on Facebook, the funeral home regularly shares grief and healing articles, event updates, and community news. Their blog covers topics such as grieving styles within families and seasonal connection events. Bakken-Young Funeral & Cremation Services is dedicated to delivering unmatched quality and compassionate care, making it a trusted resource for families in Baldwin, New Richmond, River Falls, and across the region.