Bakken-Young Funeral & Cremation Services

Bakken-Young Funeral & Cremation Services, located in New Richmond, Wisconsin, is a trusted funeral home dedicated to helping families connect, honor, and remember their loved ones. With a second location in River Falls, Wisconsin, the funeral home has been a pillar of compassionate care for the community. The New Richmond facility is situated at 728 S Knowles Avenue, providing a warm and welcoming environment for families during their time of loss. Bakken-Young offers a comprehensive range of services, including traditional burial and cremation services, preplanning options, and financial assistance programs. The funeral home is wheelchair accessible, with an accessible entrance and parking lot, ensuring that all families can comfortably attend services. Their highly trained staff takes great pride in assisting families with planning and conducting suitable funeral or memorial services that honor each individual life lived. Beyond immediate funeral arrangements, Bakken-Young is deeply committed to grief and healing support. They offer a variety of resources, including in-person grief groups, virtual coffee and conversation sessions, and mindfulness practices. The funeral home hosts a popular annual Picnic in the Park at Roberts Park, a relaxed summer gathering that allows grieving individuals to enjoy fresh air, food, and gentle connection with others. They also provide a Grief Support Calendar with events from July through December 2026, including educational webinars on myths and facts about grief. Bakken-Young maintains an active online presence with recent obituaries and a blog that offers thoughtful articles on grieving in a family and other topics. Their dedication to community extends to holiday services of remembrance and ongoing social support. The funeral home has earned a solid reputation, reflected in a 4.6-star rating on Google Maps from 12 reviews. Families appreciate the professionalism, empathy, and attention to detail that the Bakken-Young team brings to every service. With a focus on both traditional values and modern needs, Bakken-Young Funeral & Cremation Services stands ready to guide families through the difficult journey of loss with dignity, respect, and unwavering support.