River Woods Funeral Chapels

Name: River Woods Funeral Chapels
Address: 205 South River Road, Des Plaines, Illinois, 60016, US
Telephone: (847) 635-5900
Rating: 4.7

4.7 29 reviews

Funeral Home, Funeral Services & Cemeteries

205 South River Road, Des Plaines, IL 60016

(847) 635-5900

Overall rating

4.7

out of 5

29 reviews

5 star 93%

4 star 0%

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2 star 0%

1 star 7%

About River Woods Funeral Chapels

River Woods Funeral Chapels is a family-owned and operated business that has been serving the Des Plaines, Rosemont, Glenview, Wheeling, Northbrook, and surrounding areas for over 40 years. They are located minutes away from All Saints Cemetery and focus on helping one family at a time, ensuring there is no sharing of the facilities during a visitation or any service. Customers appreciate the staff’s care and compassion, especially Stacey, who guides families through difficult times with patience and respect for their cultural traditions.

The funeral home has a large and caring team that loves customizing funerals and making them special, understanding the importance of honoring the legacy of the deceased. They have locations in Mt. Prospect and Elmhurst, and their prices are affordable, working with families to ease the financial burden that death may bring.

Recent reviews highlight the staff’s dedication and kindness. Families have expressed gratitude for the help and support, noting that Stacey and Bill went out of their way to accommodate wishes and make services beautiful. One family shared that Stacey and Bill fulfilled their Mom’s final wishes with care and love, making the process smooth and respectful. Overall, River Woods Funeral Chapels is known for its compassionate service and attention to detail, making difficult times a little easier for families.

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Oct 2026

5.0

Bill and Claudia are two of the most compassionate and empathetic people I have ever met. They guided my family and me through the entire process, keeping us informed and communicated with us every step of the way. They treated us with the utmost respect and, most importantly, took exceptional care of my mother while she was in their hands. It is evident that they are truly passionate about what they do and go above and beyond to ensure that families feel supported, cared for, and comforted during such a difficult time.
Claudia holds a very special place in my heart. When I walked into the viewing room and saw how beautifully she had arranged everything, I was absolutely… read full review

Aug 2026

5.0

So glad they are still going strong!

Ten years ago I lost my mother. And, as is the case with everyone, we were overwhelmed.

So when the hospital asked me what funeral home I was using I blurted out the only name I ever knew - which had turned into a national corporation, rather than a local. What that means is that they are expensive and use all of the laws of every state, not just Illinois.

We went outside and started calling around and found River Woods.

Thank God my mom hadn't been picked up from the hospital yet!

Kind and knowledgeable, they really did take care of everything - even holding Mom until out of town family could come.

The people at River Woods… read full review

Apr 2026

5.0

River Woods Funeral Chapels went above and beyond for my family and I during one of the most difficult times of our lives. Bill and Claudia handled every detail with compassion, patience, and respect, which brought me real comfort during this difficult time. I can’t thank them both enough and would wholeheartedly recommend River Woods Funeral Chapels to anyone who needs someone caring in their corner and their services!

Claudia took care of all arrangements needed to have my grandmother transported back to her hometown in MX. She had such great communication as well respectfully, which gave me and my family peace and comfort of mind during this difficult time for all… read full review

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