Valentine’s Remembrance Gathering in Hudson, WI

Love Does Not End, It Still Has a Place Here

Date: Friday, February 13, 2026
Time: 2:00 PM
Location: O’Connell Family Funeral Homes, Hudson location
Cost: Free

Who should attend: Anyone grieving a loss, at any stage, including family and friends who wish to offer support.


Why Attend


  • Honor the love that continues after loss, in a way that feels honest and gentle
  • Spend time in a space where grief and love are both welcome
  • Connect quietly with others who understand, without pressure to share
  • Leave with a meaningful keepsake and a sense of being seen, not fixed


About the Gathering


Valentine’s is about love of all kinds. Whether you are grieving a spouse or partner, a parent or child, a sibling, friend, or someone deeply woven into your life, you are welcome here.

Grief is evidence that deep love was shared. This gathering creates space to hold both. Continuing to love is not holding on too long, it is a way of carrying their memory, values, and impact forward.


You may come to participate, to listen, or simply to be present. There is no pressure to speak.


What to Expect


  • A calm, welcoming environment
  • Options to participate quietly or share
  • Supportive guidance throughout the gathering
  • No one will be asked to speak
  • Friends and family are welcome to attend with you

RSVP for the Valentine’s Remembrance Gathering


RSVP is encouraged so we can plan materials, seating, supplies for the Heart Wall, and refreshments. If you have any questions or accessibility needs, let us know below.

Care During Grief Request