Wright & Salmon Mortuary

read moreIn 1954, Maurice and James Salmon left the Boland Mortuary to join Chuck Wright to form Wright & Salmon Mortuary on Madison Street. The mortuary moved to it's present location at 2416 N. North Street in 1963 where we remain today. Presently, the mortuary is owned by the third generation-Timothy, Matthew and Michael Salmon. Our staff represents well over 125 years of providing attention to details, and a true commitment to quality that is so important to the families we serve.

read moreAnyone can create a plan, at any stage in their life, and you can make changes at a later date if you wish. It lets you decide how you'd like to be remembered. Creating your own unique life celebration allows you to make sure that your wishes and desires are respected upon your passing. However you decide to be memorialized, pre-planning and preparation gives you control over the personal decisions that must be made when a person moves on from this life. Planning can be meaningful for your family, as well, if you choose to include them in the process.

read moreSometimes the thought of planning a funeral seems too difficult for those who've suffered a loss. We're here to help lighten your burden and remind you of the true value a ceremony can hold for you and your family. Coping with a loss is never easy, and services are an essential part of the recovery process. A Funeral service provides those who are grieving with a supportive environment in which they can begin to find closure, say goodbye, and come to terms with the loss. Gathering with friends and family gives everyone the opportunity to connect, share memories, offer words of sympathy, and create a lasting network of comfort and support as they start the journey toward healing and peace.

read morePlanning your funeral arrangements in advance allows you to take your time in deciding how you'd like to be celebrated after you're gone. It also lets you give invaluable peace of mind to your family members by removing the burden of making those personal decisions during such an emotionally difficult time. Explore how pre-planning can be a meaningful and valuable process which helps those you love and removes any doubt about your end-of-life wishes. Why plan ahead? Learn about the benefits to planning ahead for your end-of-life wishes, and find out how we can help to make sure your plan is followed no matter where you reside at the time of your passing.

read moreWhen attending a visitation or funeral, you might find yourself uncertain of what you should wear, what to say, or what to do. We've put together a short guide to the basics of funeral home etiquette to help you pay your respects with courtesy and consideration. Try to find out the dress code before you attend, so that you can be sure you'll fit in and look appropriate. If you aren't sure, simply try to dress in a conservative way that shows respect for the family and other mourners. This doesn't necessarily mean you must wear black (in fact, some families specify "no black" for their services), but try to avoid overly bright colors.

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