Lunn's Colonial Funeral Home

read moreMost of us plan ahead in life. We plan for our wedding, our children's education, family vacations, and other significant expected life events. We also plan for the unexpected events of life by purchasing home, auto and medical insurance. Understanding the benefits of planning ahead has prompted many to take the step to plan their own arrangements. Please Contact Us to set up an appointment to discuss planning ahead with a caring professional. More information regarding the purchase of prepaid funeral benefits can be found at www.prepaidfunerals.texas.gov.

read moreFor centuries, funerals have helped us say goodbye. No matter what kind of funeral ceremony you are planning, it helps to understand the parts of a meaningful funeral. Each element serves a unique purpose and plays an important role. When you put the elements together, you create a ceremony deserving of the special life that was lived. Including readings helps those attending the funeral to acknowledge the reality of the death and to move toward the pain of the loss. When words are inadequate, ritual and the presence of symbols like flowers, food, candles and even the body of the person who has died, help us express our thoughts and feelings.

read moreReceiving friends through a visitation activates your support system and allows others to express their concern and love for you. Having a visitation encourages you to openly and honestly mourn the death. Friends and family will remember you invited them and often stay more available to you in the months that follow the death. Sometimes called the wake, calling hours and viewing, the visitation is a time for friends and family to support one another in their grief. The body is often present in an open or unopened casket, allowing you and others who loved the person who has died to acknowledge the reality of the death and to have the privilege of saying goodbye.

read moreThey served our country and often made the ultimate sacrifice to defend our freedom and way of life. We understand the special needs of veterans' families. Whether it is a simple family funeral or a full military service, we would like the opportunity to serve you and our country by honoring your loved one. Please Contact Us to have one of our caring professionals help guide you through this process. The rendering of military funeral honors is a way to show the Nation's deep gratitude to those who, in times of war and peace, have faithfully defended our country.

read moreThe Living Memorial program is a unique and special way to honor the memory of a loved one. Established in 1976, more than 14 million seedlings have been planted, making it one of the largest reforestation programs in North America. When you select a qualifying Batesville casket or cremation product*, arrangements are made for a tree seedling to be planted as a living tribute. Planting partners include the USDA Forest Service, the Canadian Institute of Forestry and other international forestry and conservation groups.

read moreThat tradition continues today at Lunn's Colonial Funeral Home in Wichita Falls. The tradition was begun by the grandfather of the late Raymond N. Lunn, who was the third generation family member at Lunn's Funeral Home in Olney, Texas. Ray's son, Will Z. Lunn and now his grandson, Cuatro Lunn and grandson-in-law Chase Richardson, represent the fourth and fifth generations of funeral service professionals in our family. Even with Ray's passing in 2014, his wife Valine Lunn still plays an active role in the organization's operation.

read moreSomeone you love has died. You are now faced with the difficult, but important, need to mourn. Mourning is the open expression of your thoughts and feelings regarding the death and the person who died. It is an essential part of healing. The following articles provide many practical suggestions to help you move toward healing in your unique grief journey. Children and teenagers have special needs following the death of a friend or family member. The following articles provide wonderful insight in helping children and teens understand and express their grief.