About Us
During a time of loss, you need the help of compassionate experts who can offer guidance and support throughout the planning process. At Sturm Funeral & Cremation Services, we believe that every life deserves to be celebrated. Our mission is to assist families in creating personalized funeral experiences that honor the life of their loved ones.
For many years, we have served our community by providing healing and meaningful funeral and memorial services that honor life and meet the needs of those who grieve. Our hope is that from the moment you walk through our doors, you feel welcomed, respected, and heard.
Our History
The history of Sturm Funeral Home began in 1978 when Ron and Sharon Sturm purchased the Hoyt Funeral Home at 407 North Jackson in Springfield, MN, and 201 South White Street in Comfrey, MN. In 1981, they acquired the Jensen-Koop Funeral Home at 302 North Marshall in Springfield, MN, and they combined the Springfield locations into one business entity at 407 North Jackson.
In 1982, Ron and Sharon Sturm and Jim O’Hare purchased the Clow Funeral Home at 512 Main West in Sleepy Eye. The Sturms became sole owners of Clow and O’Hare Funeral Homes, and in 1986, they merged them into a new facility at 301 3rd Avenue Southwest in Sleepy Eye, MN.
In 1990, Ron and Sharon Sturm, Tom and Laura Kramer, and Dick and Betty Kramer built the Kramer and Sturm Funeral Home at 906 10th Avenue South in St. James. Ron and Sharon later purchased both Kramer portions of the Kramer and Sturm Funeral Home and merged that business into the Sturm Funeral Homes Corporation.
In 1993, Sturm Funeral Homes purchased the Kluegel Funeral Homes at 502 South Main in Lamberton and 300 West Central in Sanborn, merging them into the Sturm company and closing the Sanborn facility in 1995. In the spring of 2003, the building was moved off the lot in Lamberton, and a new facility was built.
In 1994, another new facility was built at 101 Field Street in Comfrey, MN.
In 1999, Sturm Funeral Homes entered into a management agreement with Bjerum Funeral Home of Mountain Lake, MN, merging it into the Sturm Corporation.
In 2000, Prairie Planning Services was established to assist families with preplanning and funding of funerals. That same year, Sturm Funeral Homes, along with area funeral homes, created and continue to operate RiverValley Services, a provider of cremation services.
During the winter of 2002, the Eifert Funeral Home in Mt. Lake was acquired and combined into one business entity at 420 10th Street North in Mountain Lake, MN.
In 2004, Jay VanSickle and Justin Asmus purchased Sturm Funeral Homes, Inc. from Ron and Sharon Sturm.
In 2009, the Pease Funeral Home of St. James was acquired and merged into the 906 10th Avenue location in St. James.
In 2011, Pilgrim Funeral Home was purchased and is operated as Sturm Funeral Home Pilgrim Chapel, located at 303 East Main Street in Madelia, MN.
In December 2022, Jay VanSickle retired, and Justin and Jennifer Asmus purchased his interest of Sturm Funeral Homes, Inc.
Sturm Funeral Homes have been a care-giving community neighbor for many decades. Our commitment to excellence is a continuation of the work of those who helped establish our heritage. We honor those who have contributed to our traditions.
In Sleepy Eye: The Burginger, Fohl, Schwartz, Clow and O'Hare Funeral Homes
In Springfield: The Forester, Hoyt, Koop and Jensen Funeral Homes
In Lamberton: The Kluegel Funeral Homes
In Comfrey: The McKibbon and Hoyt Funeral Homes
In Mountain Lake: The Johnson and Eifert Funeral Homes
In St. James: The Peck, Watonwan Burial Association, Anderson and Jensen Funeral Homes, and Pease Funeral Home
Who We Are
Our staff is here to provide you with excellent care and service during your time of loss. Get to know the people who will help you through the planning process.
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