Coburn Funeral Homes

Coburn Funeral Homes Our mission at Coburn Funeral Home is to help families best celebrate the lives of their loved ones. IA area.

Coburn Funeral Homes Funeral & Cremation Services to the Colfax.

Have you considered what happens when you call us? Most people start with "My mom died" or "I don't know what I'm suppos...
08/22/2026

Have you considered what happens when you call us? Most people start with "My mom died" or "I don't know what I'm supposed to do." From there, we know what to ask next. You don't need the right words.

We'll help you make sure the right people have been contacted, then gather basic information like your loved one's name, where they are, and whether there are any known wishes or preplanned arrangements.

Everything doesn't have to be answered right away because we can take it one step at a time. Once we have permission, our staff will come to where your loved one is and bring them into our care. From the first call, our job is to help you understand what happens next and make sure your loved one is cared for with dignity from the very beginning.

🦋 Somewhere along the way, their silly sayings became yours. You swore that would never happen, but here you are. What w...
08/19/2026

🦋 Somewhere along the way, their silly sayings became yours. You swore that would never happen, but here you are. What was theirs? 🦋

08/19/2026

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Funeral services for Luke Wilson will start at 11am on Friday. The time should be corrected in all places. Our apologies for the mistake and confusion.

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Luke Brandt Wilson, age 47 of Prairie City, passed away on Sunday, August 16, 2026 at his home surrounded by those he lo...
08/17/2026

Luke Brandt Wilson, age 47 of Prairie City, passed away on Sunday, August 16, 2026 at his home surrounded by those he loved most. Funeral services will be held on Friday, August 21, 2026 at 11:00 am at First Reformed Church in Prairie City. The family will greet friends on Thursday August 20, 2026 f...

"Can we hold a graveside service only?" Yes, you can, and for some families it feels exactly right.A graveside service o...
08/16/2026

"Can we hold a graveside service only?" Yes, you can, and for some families it feels exactly right.

A graveside service offers the simplicity of gathering in one place, and it can still include music, readings, or military honors that make it deeply personal. We work with the cemetery, and help you bring together all the details so the service reflects what matters most to your family.

Children will have questions and big feelings during a funeral, and encouraging them to share both helps them make sense...
08/13/2026

Children will have questions and big feelings during a funeral, and encouraging them to share both helps them make sense of what's happening. Let them know their thoughts and emotions matter, even when those emotions feel confusing or overwhelming.

You don't need to have all the answers. Sometimes just listening and saying "that sounds really hard" means the world to them. We're here to help your family work through the tough questions that come up.

Maybe you’ve been unsure whether a funeral is needed, especially when life feels upside down. The truth is a large forma...
08/10/2026

Maybe you’ve been unsure whether a funeral is needed, especially when life feels upside down. The truth is a large formal service isn't always necessary. Even a brief, simple gathering helps people come together, making those early days a little easier. We’ll walk through the options with you, work within your budget, and help you choose what makes sense for your family.

Have you considered how you want your funeral to feel for the people who gather?Years later, people remember how your fu...
08/07/2026

Have you considered how you want your funeral to feel for the people who gather?

Years later, people remember how your funeral felt more than any other detail. Like when Uncle Bob tells that story about you that makes everyone crack up through their tears. Or when your favorite song comes on and suddenly everyone's smiling because it's so perfectly you.

Those moments when your personality shines through are what people carry with them forever.

Small touches make all the difference. Your family will treasure having your input on what feels most like you.

Deborah Lou Day, age 78 of Colfax, passed away on Tuesday, August 4, 2026 at MercyOne Medical Center in Newton. Funeral ...
08/05/2026

Deborah Lou Day, age 78 of Colfax, passed away on Tuesday, August 4, 2026 at MercyOne Medical Center in Newton. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, August 8, 2026 at 1:00 pm at Coburn Funeral Home in Colfax. Burial will follow at Colfax Cemetery. The family will greet friends on Friday August...

🌷 Some encouragement for the path forward. We’re here whenever you need someone in your corner. 🌷
08/04/2026

🌷 Some encouragement for the path forward. We’re here whenever you need someone in your corner. 🌷

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24 West Howard Street
Colfax, IA
50054

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