Since the early days of Devils Lake, Gilbertson's has maintained the highest tradition of funeral service and modern, comfortable accessible facilities. The Gilbertson Funeral Home was originally founded in 1896 by E.W. Gilbertson. It is said to be the second oldest business in Devils Lake. Since its beginnings, the Gilbertson Funeral Home has been proud to be an independent and family owned business.
The previous owners include E.W. Gilbertson, the Almon Strong family, Luther Hultgren family, LaVerne Gloger family, and most recently Rodger and Connie Haugen. The Funeral Home is now owned and operated by its sixth independent owner, Stephanie Armstrong. The Gilbertson Funeral Home family will continue to serve those in need with dignity, care and compassion and to always provide affordable, quality services to the Lake Region area.
The previous owners include E.W. Gilbertson, the Almon Strong family, Luther Hultgren family, LaVerne Gloger family, and most recently Rodger and Connie Haugen. The Funeral Home is now owned and operated by its sixth independent owner, Stephanie Armstrong. The Gilbertson Funeral Home family will continue to serve those in need with dignity, care and compassion and to always provide affordable, quality services to the Lake Region area.
Services
We, the staff members of Gilbertson Funeral Home are caring and compassionate people who understand that each family we serve are unique and have personal requests and traditions of their own. These requests and traditions are of utmost importance to us. Our staff will facilitate the occasion with dignity and attention to every individual detail.
The Gilbertson Funeral Home is on one level with all rooms handicap assessible. There is a changing area available in the Rest Rooms. A full-size digital piano is available and also the sound/microphone system is audible in all rooms. We are located at the Junction of Highway 2 and Highway 19 and on the West side of the intersection.
Most 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 pre-planning has prompted many to take the step to plan their own arrangements.
Many who have undergone the emotional strain of arranging a funeral within hours of losing a loved one have made the choice to pre-plan their own funeral. Doing so lifts the burden from their loved ones by relieving decision-making pressure at a time of grief and emotional stress. Funeral arrangements are a deeply personal choice.
Most of us are not prepared to plan and carry out a funeral ceremony for someone we love. And so much of the information available on this critically important subject fails to focus on what is most important: having a personalized, meaningful funeral that helps families and friends begin the healing process of mourning after the death of someone we love.
Reviews (5)
Emma Senger
Oct 17, 2020
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I was so impressed with the care and concern in every detail of Stephanie and Staff preparing for the funeral arrangements for my husband and son from a distance. EVERY detail was to the "T" and I felt like bringing them both back to their home town for burial was the best decision I ever made. GREAT JOB.
Mark Roerick
Dec 09, 2019
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This place went above and beyond for the services following my father's passing. The loss of your dad is hard enough but Stephanie took the time to come in on a Saturday evening to meet with my brother, sister and I. She helped walk us through making the obituary, guiding us with readings and songs for the funeral, contacting the priest and helping us with flowers and picture boards too. She is very caring and kind hearted and would HIGHLY recommend Gilbertson's to everyone!
Ashley Gunderson
Aug 02, 2017
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Rachel Wee
Sep 14, 2016
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After my father passed away, Stephanie and Lynn helped out tremendously. They were kind, considerate and comforted me in that painful time. I had never had to put together a funeral before and Stephanie helped me every step of the way from the viewing, flowers, urn, food, and obituary. I am so thankful for the Gilbertson Funeral home and all of their help with everything. That was one of the most painful times in my life and they took away a lot of stress at that time. Thank you guys.
Charity Haugland
Aug 25, 2016
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Went to a funeral for a cousin. Who had passed. I gave the mother of cousin a hug and Stephanie the funeral decor grabbed my arm and stated it's not the time for that. Very embarrassing and insulting. She then proceeded to tell me, my husband, and daughter to sit down in these chairs. We ended up not even entering the service with all our family. Shame on Stephanie the funeral directors insensitivity to the extended family. The day was upsetting enough without you making it worse.