Funeral Services & Cemeteries near Wilmette

“I don’t have enough words to express gratitude to Ben Schneider at Weinstein & Piser. We lost my father suddenly, I was uncertain of protocol and procedures and I was in the middle of grieving. Ben was absolutely a gift from above. His intelligence, caring nature and believe it or not - sense of humor- helped our family during one of the most difficult times. I honestly feel as though he is part of the family now. From beginning to end he made this very hard moment in our lives somewhat bearable. I can’t thank him or the staff enough and would absolutely trust them again if god forbid we ever need them. I’m forever grateful.“

“Scott Funeral Home made things very easy for me after my mom passed away. Shelby was fantastic, compassionate and helpful. She answered all my questions, guided me through options and I felt very taken care of. Thank you!“

“My 101.5 year old grandma Helen's service was recently here. The technicians her made her look so beautiful. She would've been thrilled. They cut, dyed and set her hair just as she would've instructed it to be done. To be able to do that for people is a gift! Blessings.“

“The staff at Ryan-Parke, particularly Rocco were wonderful when my family was facing funeral planning for my beloved Aunt Marilyn. They were kind and patient with us as we made the many necessary decisions at a time that we found ourselves distracted and overcome with sadness. The funeral was lovely and memorable. I highly recommend their services.“

“My mother passed away recently and Drake and Sons was with us every step of the way. From Aziz to all the staff at Drake and Sons, they were so attentive to details and all went as well it can considering it’s the loss of my mami. I highly recommend Drake and Sons and Aziz and staff!!!“

“Excellent explanation of services available. No hard sell. Eric was very willing to make the changes requested. He really went out of his way to adapt to our personal requests.“

“Losing our mother brought a level of grief so blinding and overwhelming that we felt completely lost. But in the midst of that heavy darkness, the team at Monclaire-Lucania Funeral Home became our anchor, and their profound compassion kept us focused, grounded, and they patiently guided us every step of the way.
The facilities are absolutely gorgeous, but the one detail that truly sets this home apart: the beautiful natural light flowing from the hallway windows into the chapel where we were with my mom. In a moment filled with so much sadness, that light felt incredibly comforting. The main chapel is spacious, the seating is comfortable, and the lobby is peaceful. Even with over 150 grieving guests, the pristine kitchen and large layout gave everyone room to breathe, and the staff diligently kept the restrooms clean throughout.
Our funeral director, Phillip, was a true blessing. Because I was running on no sleep or food, I know I was on edge the whole time, yet Phillip anchored all of us with unwavering patience and professionalism. He gently walked us through every detail of the process and explained to us what to expect during the witnessing of the cremation, ensuring we wouldn't be uncomfortable partaking in tge process, which Philip also made it a very beautiful, respectful process.
Philip even managed to secure an amazing Deacon at the very last minute to hold the services. No really, I think Philip reads minds. Their meticulous care even extended to preparing my mom. She looked breathtakingly beautiful. They listened to every single request, even taking the carefully detailed time to paint her nails.
To honor her artistic soul, we brought her sewing projects and elephant figurines to display. Before we even arrived, the staff had already intricately set up the tables with printed photos from our slideshow, creating an already gorgeous display. The personal items we brought simply added to the beautiful foundation they had built for us.
The only downside was the lack of a built-in PA system. We were forced to play music through a small Bluetooth speaker, but because the speaker worked fairly well and everything else about the space was so stunning, it honestly didn't bother us.
While our family was entirely consumed by the loss of our beautiful mother. Their strength and tenderness carried us through. I could never do what they do, and I am eternally grateful that such compassionate people were there to bring order, focus, and beauty to our darkest days. Thank you, Phillip, and the entire staff.“

“At the most difficult time of your life, choosing the Rago Family to help you, won't be a decision that you regret. I'm forever grateful for their guidance, professionalism and most of all, their compassion, during this process.“

“My dad recently passed away unexpectedly while vacationing overseas. John and his team supported, handled, and led us through the funeral planning process, which was complex, with exceptional care, expertise, and genuine kindness. John and his team helped us plan a beautiful service for my dad. The service for my dad was perfect. John was so thoughtful and gracious and was always there when we reached out to him. Thank you John and all at Haben Funeral Home.“

“Highly recommend. During one of the most difficult times our family has ever faced, Logan Square Funeral Home provided exceptional care. The director, Violet, was an absolute blessing to us. We needed to arrange transportation for our loved one to Mexico, and Violet made the entire process incredibly easy, smooth, and affordable. She handled all the complex logistics and paperwork with true professionalism and warmth, taking a massive weight off our shoulders. We are deeply grateful for her kindness and highly recommend their services.“

“Every step in the process felt like it was done by a caring family member. They have always taken care of all my family members. Vivian and the staff are incredible. God bless them all.“

“Maria and Scott did a great job with our Mother. Meeting was great and very thorough. Talked about several options for every aspect of the wake and funeral. This was our 4th funeral at Belmont Funeral Home.“

“There are not enough words to describe how satisfied our family was with Vanessa and the Memory Eternal Funeral Directors team. Every detail of our mother’s funeral was handled so professionally. Our family lives out of town and they worked with us over Zoom to get as much planning done ahead of us arriving for the funeral. Our mother looked as beautiful as ever as if she were asleep. Flowers were arranged beautifully. The funeral procession was lead by escort cars that allowed for a smooth funeral procession. All the same professionalism that was given to our father’s funeral 15 years ago was given to our mother. For that, we are forever grateful. We really recommend Memory Eternal Funeral Directors 1000%.“

“The grounds are nicely maintained. When visiting Ridgewood, there is a feeling of peace and serenity. If there is a problem with an existing grave marker, the office is sensitive and responsive in caring for any issue. The entire office staff is pleasant to work with,; without exception. They went above and beyond to hunt down the burial plot of one of our fallen Korean War heroes, whose information was entered over 75 years ago and was not seemingly accessible. They took extra time and effort to hunt it down, much to the appreciation of the Veterans association documenting those we lost during that war.“

“Cooney Funeral Home provided caring and supportive care for my mother’s funeral and arrangements. I felt well taken care of throughout the process and they followed all my instructions. I am grateful to have chosen them to take care of my mother.“

“​My family and I can't say enough about the incredible service we received from Smith-Corcoran Funeral Home for my mother's funeral yesterday. From our first phone call with Karen to our initial meeting with Jay Smith, the funeral director, we knew we were in good hands. Jay took the time to get to know my family and learn about my mother, explaining every step of the process with clarity and compassion. The professionally printed documents he provided were a huge help during a difficult time.
​The entire staff was outstanding. During the wake, Eric and Judy were so engaging, sympathetic, and helpful. The facility itself was inviting and spotless. On the day of the funeral, Jay's patience and leadership were exemplary, from guiding the caravan to ensuring every detail was perfect. It was clear that for Jay and the entire team, this isn't just a job—they genuinely care. Kirstin, Raul, and the rest of the staff all showed the same high level of customer service.
​Smith-Corcoran made a very sad day bearable. We are so grateful for their professionalism and empathy, and we know my mother would have been extremely proud of how beautifully everything was handled. Thank you, Jay, Karen, Kirstin, Eric, Judy, Raul, and the entire wonderful team at Smith-Corcoran.“

“I was very skeptical about funeral homes after a really bad experience 10 years ago somewhere else. Lloyd and his team were very easy and pleasant to deal with. The communication was good and the services went very smoothly. No weird paperwork or pushing of services. Thank you, Lloyd for helping us during a difficult transition, but making the service and cremation as our grandmother would’ve wished.“

“Everyone was very helpful and comforting. They did a great job honoring my uncle's life.
Thanks very much!
The family of Joseph McGrath“

“The Skaja family and their multi generational business exemplifies both compassion for family of the departed and class.
They have handled my family’s services for more than 60 years (I have the prayer cards to prove it).
They do an outstanding job to accommodate their clients during such a sensitive time of life.“

“These are the people you want taking care of you when your loved one passes on. They helped us in a sudden, tragic emergency and were caring, kind, professional & so comforting. Michael L coordinated helping us set up arrangements, making sure we were ok, just a soothing, calming, caring gentleman.
Everyone who helped was amazing, welcoming; we felt taken care of at such a time when we were dealing with our brother’s sudden death and we had hurriedly traveled from out of state to the Chicago/Skokie area to make arrangements.
Thank you Michael L, Maggie, Kayla, Sheila and all Donnellan staffers for guiding & assisting us through an incredibly difficult time. You are wonderful. Your funeral home is soothing & the spaces so attuned to needs of families and you most of all are great.
Sincerely, Helen & Noreen“

“I can’t thank Colonial-Wojciechowski Funeral Home enough for their outstanding service during such a difficult time. From start to finish, everything was handled with care, compassion, and professionalism. Mike, in particular, was incredible—his support, guidance, and attention to detail made the entire process smooth and peaceful. He truly went above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect. I’m deeply grateful for the comfort and help they provided. Highly recommended.“

“I lost my brother unexpectedly and when that happens there all these decisions that need to be made quickly. Mia was an angel sent when we needed guidance and compassion. We had explored a few other places and none felt right until we met with Mia. The moment we met her, I felt peace and knew I could trust her with my brother. Resources were tight and she advised us on how to have a beautiful service that we could afford. Throughout the process she was a phone call away, even on her day off. The day of his service Kailin was also there to make sure my family had everything we needed. There is definitely value in family owned businesses, they have heart and are invested in the community. Mia, we will forever be grateful for everything you did for us, especially my mom,“

“We are so grateful for the beautiful monument Kornick & Berliner created for our mom. The quality of the work was outstanding, and the entire experience meant so much to our family during a difficult time.

Especially Editha — she was absolutely amazing to work with. She spent so much time with us and truly cared about making everything perfect. She was patient, compassionate, and incredibly helpful throughout the entire process. Editha helped us choose the design and guided us every step of the way without ever making us feel rushed.

The final result was beautiful and exceeded our expectations. We highly recommend this company to anyone looking for caring, professional, and high-quality service. Thank you again, especially to Editha, for all your support and kindness.“

“I want to thank Nina for everything she did for us in this difficult time in the passing of our father.“

“My father passed away and made a call to Laura and she was extremely helpful, they came and picked him up within a hour and was able to handle everything else from there and responded back right away, I would give Benson funeral 10/10“

“I cannot thank Les and Matthew at Christian Funeral Home enough for their incredible support when my aunt passed. As someone who had never organized a funeral, I was lost, but they made the process so simple and smooth. The funeral home is beautiful, private, and well organized, offering video tributes in both the chapel and the cafeteria. Their kindness, professionalism, and personal attention made a very hard time much easier. They treated us like family.“

“Mr Troost has been serving his community for over 65 years. He has a deep sense of compassion and his clients best interest in mind.“