Upcoming and Recent Funerals
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Boksam Khim
March 7, 2026
Age 80 of Chicago, Illinois -
Van Cong Dang
March 5, 2026
Age 66 of Chicago, Illinois -
Todd Douglas Piersel
February 20, 2026
Age 66 of Chicago, Illinois -
Bonita Cole Lyles
February 3, 2026
Age 82 of Chicago, Illinois -
Khuong Chi Tran
February 21, 2026
Age 79 of Chicago, Illinois -
Zinaida Tsoy
February 25, 2026
Age 88 of Chicago, Illinois -
Frank Joseph Weisz
February 16, 2026
Age 65 of Chicago, Illinois -
Hue Thi Tran
February 21, 2026
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Jose Carlos Aleman
February 19, 2026
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Amelia Lopez
February 19, 2026
Age 87 of Evanston, Illinois -
Khanh Teup
February 14, 2026
Age 78 of Chicago, Illinois -
Jimmy Muniz
February 8, 2026
Age 70 of Chicago, Illinois
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Le Thu To
February 10, 2026
Age 93 of Chicago, Illinois -
Cesar Figueroa
February 6, 2026
Age 77 of Chicago, Illinois -
Laverne Charlotte Puhr
February 3, 2026
Age 100 of Oak Lawn, Illinois -
Phat Quoc Mach
February 4, 2026
Age 72 of Chicago, Illinois -
Thanh Tan Nguyen
January 28, 2026
Age 84 of Evanston, Illinois -
Edwin R. Paz
January 29, 2026
Age 66 of Chicago, Illinois -
Thoi Ngo
January 27, 2026
Age 85 of Chicago, Illinois -
Katherine Cronin
January 22, 2026
Age 94 of Chicago, Illinois -
Long Nguyen
January 18, 2026
Age 85 of Chicago, Illinois -
Lien Luu
January 14, 2026
Age 73 of Chicago, Illinois -
Tekeste Mengisteab-Hannes
January 11, 2026
Age 75 of Chicago, Illinois -
Willie Anthony Spivey
December 21, 2025
Age 68 of Chicago, Illinois
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Samson Olusegun Akingbade
December 30, 2025
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Hung C Nham
January 6, 2026
Age 66 of Chicago, Illinois -
Tho Quang Truong
January 4, 2026
Age 65 of Chicago, Illinois -
Peter Mac
January 5, 2026
Age 78 of Norridge, Illinois -
Hsuchi Lee Chang
December 24, 2025
Age 94 of Chicago, Illinois -
Chinny Tek Danh
December 28, 2025
Age 74 of Glendale Heights, Illinois -
Ha Thu Tran
November 26, 2025
Age 90 of Chicago, Illinois -
Nancy Dang
November 30, 2025
Age 73 of Chicago, Illinois -
Anh Tuyet Thi Nguyen
December 10, 2025
Age 51 of Chicago, Illinois -
Nora Ally Lotti Bendfeldt
November 11, 2025
Age 76 of Chicago, Illinois -
Ryan Nguyen
November 23, 2025
Age 20 of Chicago, Illinois -
Jennifer Morán
November 23, 2025
Age 33 of Chicago, Illinois
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Showmen’s Rest
Mio Gabrilo2026-02-26T17:15:24+00:00Did you know that just a short drive from Chicago lies one of the most unique resting places in all of America? Showmen's Rest is a special 750-plot section of Woodlawn Cemetery, owned by the Showmen's League of America, and it serves as the final curtain call for many circus...
Free pre-planning seminar on February 21, 2026
Silvio Ribeiro2026-02-02T16:28:05+00:00Please feel free to join us to learn about the options and benefits of advance funeral and cremation planning, followed by informal questions and answers.
Chicago’s Forgotten Funeral Trains
Mio Gabrilo2026-01-20T15:52:01+00:00In the 19th century, as Chicago grew rapidly into a major American city, the need for new cemeteries arose far from the bustling urban center. City ordinances prohibited burials within city limits to protect public health and preserve space, so large cemeteries were established on the outskirts, at places like...
The Holidays and Grief
Mio Gabrilo2025-12-31T15:05:15+00:00The holiday season is often painted as a time of joy, family gatherings, and festive cheer. But for those who have recently experienced the loss of a loved one, it can feel starkly different. The overwhelming number of smiling faces and merry traditions can amplify feelings of emptiness and isolation,...
Funeral Processions: Where Did They Come From?
Mio Gabrilo2025-12-16T14:25:35+00:00Have you ever wondered why we form a solemn line of vehicles, headlights blinking, as we accompany a loved one to their final resting place? Funeral processions are one of the oldest traditions in human history, allowing family and friends to escort the deceased on their "final journey.” The origins of...
A Space to Heal Together
Mio Gabrilo2025-12-10T21:30:13+00:00We are pleased to announce that beginning January 2026 we will be hosting monthly grief circles at our funeral home. These will be held from 7PM – 8PM on the second and third Tuesday of every month. This isn’t a formal counseling session or therapy group; it’s simply a warm,...
Keeping the Memory of Christmas Alive
Silvio Ribeiro2025-12-04T16:04:52+00:00May the Memories of past Christmas inspire the love of Christmas forever.
The Real Cost of Discount Cremations
Mio Gabrilo2025-11-20T17:25:14+00:00When families search online for “how much is a cremation,” they’re usually hoping for a simple, affordable answer. While cremation services are often offered for under $1,000, most families unfortunately discover too late is that the rock-bottom prices almost always come from “direct cremation companies” or online-only services that are...
The Importance of a Funeral Service
Silvio Ribeiro2025-11-14T20:58:11+00:00In a world that often rushes past the uncomfortable parts, a funeral service stands as a deliberate pause that honors a life well-lived. At the same time, it serves as a guide to those of us left behind with our sorrow. It can transform the rawest and darkest emotions into...