Wrangell Burial Assistance
It is the mission of Wrangell Burial Assistance to provide financial relief and support to those responsible for the burial or cremation of loved ones.
Wrangell Burial Assistance is a non-profit that was founded in 2019. Our mission is to provide financial relief and support to those that are responsible for the burial or cremation of a loved one. We know that the costs associated with loss can be overwhelming while dealing with grief. We are committed to help ease some of that financial burden.
We have compiled resources that are specific to Wrangell, please take a look at our Resources page. We have included a copy of Wrangell Community Final Arrangements and End of Life Information booklet, compiled by Hospice of Wrangell. This information booklet is a great resource to help guide you through the process from beginning to end.
If you would like to apply for assistance, please select the "How to Apply" in the Menu below to download our application.
About Us
Wrangell Burial Assistance (WBA) was created after seeing how many families in our community face unexpected financial challenges when losing a loved one. During such a difficult time, no one should have to worry about how to cover funeral, cremation, or burial costs—they should be able to focus on healing, remembrance, and being together.
WBA’s mission is to provide support for Wrangell families in their time of need, easing the financial burden so they can focus on what truly matters: honoring and remembering their loved ones.Board Members
Devyn Johnson | President
Bailey Scheib | Vice President
Darian Burley | Secretary
Stephanie Cook | Treasurer
Loretta Rice | Director
Amber Wade | Director
Grace Wintermyer | Director
Dawn Welch | Director
How to Apply
Please download and submit completed application to Wrangell Burial Assistance:Mailing address: PO Box 408 Wrangell, AK 99929
Email: wrangellbac@gmail.com
or give your application to any board member*
*Applications for assistance will be reviewed and decided by the board and
are subject to availability of funds. 
Resources
Final Arrangements & End of Life Information
Ketchikan Roesel Mortuary
The Final Arrangements & End of Life Information resource was created by Hospice of Wrangell. They compiled comprehensive information regarding losing a loved one and what to do, specific to our community of Wrangell.
Click on the button below to open the Information Booklet:
Funerals
First Presbyterian: 907.874.3534
Harbor Light: 907.874.2244
St Rose of Lima Catholic: 907.874.3771
Island of Faith Lutheran: 907.874.2743
Hope Community Church of God: 907.874.3964
Salvation Army: 907.874.3753
Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints: 907.874.3778
Wrangell Bible Baptist: 907.723.7348
St. Phillips Episcopal: 907.874.3047
Seventh Day Adventist: 907.874.3039
American Legion: 907.874.3860
907.225.4550 | www.roselmortuary.com
Ketchikan Roesel Mortuary is the closest Mortuary services available to Wrangell. They are a full-service mortuary that includes cremation, caskets, embalming and travel information. Contact them directly for more information, planning and service pricing.
Other Financial Resources
SEALASKA Deishu Memorial Fund:
https://mysealaska.com/Services/DeishuMemorialFund
State of Alaska Burial Assistance:
dpaweb.hss.state.ak.us/e-forms/pdf/GEN%2061%20(06-4131)%20rev%201.17.pdf
Grief Resources
Online resources:
https://grief.com/resources/
https://www.goodtherapy.org
SEARHC Counseling Services: 907.874.5000
Crisis Text line: Text 741 741
City of Wrangell
907.874.2381 | https://www.wrangell.com/administration/cemetery-services-1There are two cemeteries owned and operated by the City of Wrangell. The second cemetery, Sunset Gardens, houses the Memorial plaque and Columbarium that holds the cremated remains of your loved ones. Please select the button below to see more Cemetery info and prices: Hospice of Wrangell
Hospice of Wrangell is a non-profit volunteer group that provide the following services:
Harriet's Helpers: Trained volunteers to support those who are frail and/or at the end of life with respite care, errands and other services to meet their needs.
Loan Closet: loans needed medical equipment such as wheelchairs & Hospital beds to those in need free of charge.
Care Notes: to families for a year following a death.
Dove Tree Ceremony: to support those grieving during the holiday season.
Donate
If you would like to donate to our non-profit:
You can donate by scanning the Venmo QR code or finding us @WBA_99929
We also have an account set up at First Bank for donations.
Thank you for considering a donation!