Raasch Raetz Funeral Home

Raasch Raetz Funeral Home, located at 7709 West Burleigh Street in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, has been a trusted pillar of the community since its founding in 1875 by German immigrant Ferdinand Raasch. Originally passed down through the Raasch family—from Ferdinand to his son William and then to his grandson Arthur—the funeral home underwent a significant transition in 1954 when Arthur sold his share to Raymond Raetz, a dedicated employee who had been with the firm since the Great Depression. In 1960, Raymond Raetz partnered with Russ Jaques to build the current facility at its present location. The business changed hands again in 1988 when long-time employee Joe Boehnlein, who had been with the home since 1971, became the owner, ensuring that the tradition of compassionate, family-oriented service continued unbroken.

Raasch Raetz specializes in providing simple, quiet, and dignified funeral services. The team understands that every life is unique and offers a range of options to honor individual preferences and cultural traditions. Their core services include traditional burial and cremation services, as well as memorial services that can be held at their chapel, a church, or a cemetery chapel. The funeral home also offers personalized touches such as enhanced obituaries with guest books, online flower ordering, food gifts, sympathy cards, and automated email notifications for new obituary postings. Families are encouraged to share memories during gatherings, as the staff believes that a chance to say goodbye helps begin the healing process. Whether a family desires a simple hour-long visitation followed by a service and burial, or a more elaborate arrangement, Raasch Raetz accommodates those wishes with flexibility and respect.

Accessibility is a priority: the facility features a wheelchair-accessible entrance and parking lot, ensuring that all guests can participate comfortably. The funeral home also provides a year of weekly grief support messages to offer strength and comfort during the challenging year following a loss. Their website includes an obituary subscription service so that community members can stay informed about recent passings and service arrangements.

Deeply rooted in Milwaukee’s history, Raasch Raetz Funeral Home has served generations of families, maintaining a reputation built on integrity, empathy, and professionalism. The current owner, Joe Boehnlein, along with the dedicated staff, continue to uphold the values of simplicity and dignity that have defined the home for over 145 years. Families in Milwaukee and the surrounding areas can rely on Raasch Raetz for compassionate guidance during life’s most difficult moments.