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Wilbur Christenson Funeral
925 3rd Ave, Rockford, IL 61104 · (815) 965-1600
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★★★★★5.034 Google reviews

About Wilbur Christenson Funeral

Wilbur Christenson Funeral is an independently owned funeral home serving the Rockford, Illinois area, offering families an alternative to the larger corporate chains. As a full-service provider, they are equipped to handle both cremation and traditional burial arrangements. Their direct cremation and traditional burial services both start at $1,590, which appears competitive for the local market, though families should confirm what is included at that base price when inquiring. On Google, they hold a 5.0-star rating across 34 reviews, reflecting consistently positive feedback, though the relatively modest review volume means there is a limited range of customer experiences to draw from.
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Pricing overview
Source: General Price List · Data as of Apr 2026
Direct cremation
All-inclusive package
$2,495
Traditional burial
Full-service package
$4,345
Direct cremation from
$2,495
Basic Services of Funeral Director and Staff1 items
Basic Services of the Director, Staff, and Overhead
$895
Embalming1 items
Embalming
$595
Use of Facilities and Staff4 items
Use of Facilities and Staff for Viewing/Visitation
$300
Use of Facilities and Staff for Funeral Ceremony
$700
Use of Facilities and Staff for Memorial Service
$300
Use of Equipment and Staff for Graveside Service
$300
Transportation3 items
Transfer of Remains to Funeral Home (First Call)
$395
Use of a Funeral Coach (Hearse)
$395
Use of a Family Car (Limousine)
Contact
Forwarding of Remains1 items
Forwarding Remains to Another Funeral Home
$1,590
Receiving Remains from Another Funeral Home1 items
Receiving Remains from Another Funeral Home
$1,590
Direct Cremation1 items
Direct Cremation
$1,590
Immediate Burial1 items
Direct Burial
$1,590

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Google Reviews
★★★★★Cassie Foxclaw
10 months ago

🙏🏽The funeral director took good care of My Mother during her short stay there. I highly recommend this funeral home to anyone who has lost a loved one. I trusted them with My Mom.

★★★★★God will take care Of you
a year ago

My Father passed away and wanted to be cremated. Our family not being from this area I started making calls. Christenson funeral was my first call as far as getting quotes and I called about 5 after. I stopped and resulted back to Christenson. Nathan was very attentive and caring he was very detail…

★★★★★Kim Zaphel she, her, ella
2 years ago

Nathan is an amazing business owner who has made every effort to turn a hard time in our life into one of remembrance and support. He is so very kind and respectful when including everyone's wishes into a final good-bye. We had him cremate our family member and he also spoke at her graveside servic…

★★★★★Carol Fulton
2 years ago

Nathan was truly the greatest most kind person to myself and my sisters when my son suddenly died. He was on his way to the crematorium when I called and asked if I could put a letter for my son to be with him during the cremation process, he literally turned around and met with me to make sure that…

★★★★★Donna Wolkan
6 years ago

Nathan took excellent care of our family at a very hard time. His professional attitude, kindness, knowledge and guidance was second to none. We are forever grateful to him. His facility was clean well maintained and accessible. His ability to accommodate us given out of state issues was excellent.…

Quick facts
OwnershipIndependent
Phone(815) 965-1600
ServicesNot provided
HoursMonday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
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