Michaelson Funeral Home

Michaelson Funeral Home is a funeral home in Owatonna, Minnesota, serving families in Owatonna, West Concord, and Kenyon with compassionate, personalized services. With over 145 years of continuous operation, the business offers burial and cremation services, veteran honors, grief support, preplanning assistance, and personalized memorial options tailored to individual beliefs, cultures, and budgets. The team, led by licensed funeral director Cory Michaelson, provides guidance through every step of the process with dignity and care. The business maintains a 3.90 rating based on seven reviews, reflecting its longstanding reputation for reliability and empathy in the community.

Founded in 1887 by William H. Montgomery, Michaelson Funeral Home has evolved through generations of leadership, beginning with a storefront on Bridge Street and growing into a modern facility built in 1998. The business was renamed in 1979 when Gene Michaelson acquired it, and Cory Michaelson became owner in 2006, later expanding to include the Hanson Funeral Home in Kenyon. The current team includes Cory Michaelson, a licensed funeral director and MBA graduate, and Corbin Brocker, a mortuary science graduate and former U.S. Navy veteran. The home emphasizes personalized services, including tribute videos, live streaming, and memorial keepsakes, ensuring each service reflects the unique life of the departed.

Located at 1930 Austin Road, Michaelson Funeral Home sits just a short walk from the Steele County Veterans Memorial and the Steele County Historical Society, both within a quarter-mile. It is also near Fairgrounds Park and the Steele County Community Center, situated within a half-mile radius. The proximity to these civic landmarks underscores its deep roots in the local community.

The business is recognized for its well-documented presence online and a website optimized for clarity and accessibility, making it easy for families to find essential information, access grief resources, and request services. Its long-standing operation, consistent service quality, and commitment to community support have solidified its standing as a trusted institution in southeastern Minnesota.

As a cornerstone of Owatonna’s heritage, Michaelson Funeral Home continues to honor the lives of those it serves with lasting care and respect.