Sprawling cemetery with lots of interesting markers and some notables at rest here. It can be a bit…read moretricky to navigate with the general layout and the narrow paths (just enough room for one car).

Props to the cemetary office staff. You can call them to find out where anyone is buried. They will…read morethen email you a map to help you find your way. Even with a map it can be hard to find a grave you haven't been to before, though, so call em up on your cell phone, tell them what grave you see, and they'll tell you which way to walk. So polite and great, I really appreciate it. I've noticed many graves in Waldheim have pictures on them! If you don't have pictures of your ancestors, go check out their graves, it can be very rewarding.

I can't even begin to express my gratitude for the level of service Dawn and Michael at Gibbons…read moreFuneral Home. They were patient, kind, compassionate and considerate of our family's needs at the most difficult point in our lives. Dawn went above and beyond our highest expectations and thought of everything. She made the process seem so effortless in the hardest parts. The value and quality of the services provided are well worth the cost. Our family will definitely recommend Gibbons in the future. Thank you, Helen, Keri, Neil, and Tracy Poston

All I can say is when we were driving to the cemetery the lady Isabel did a really good job…read morestopping oncoming traffic

During one of the most emotional moments for our family, Simplicity Cremations provided such…read morecomfort and care. David was thoughtful, patient, and truly compassionate throughout the entire process. His pricing was fair and transparent, which we deeply appreciated during such a difficult time. Knowing my dad was treated with dignity meant everything to us. We are beyond thankful and would not hesitate to use his services again.

I wish this weren't a service I had to review, but here I am. After suddenly losing my beautiful…read moremother, my family was scrambling to figure out how to plan a wake and cremation. My husband started the research for funeral and cremation companies. Despite all the people he called and the quotes he received, Simplicity's responsiveness, thoroughness, and fair pricing beat them all out. I also liked how their website was clear and full of information. And I appreciated how quick Connie was in responding to our questions. She made herself available one morning so we could meet in person to discuss the service's details. I was impressed by her experience and attention to detail during that appointment. I wanted to feel like everything would be professionally taken care of on the hardest day of my life. Connie made me feel confident about that. She even offered signage for people not to take photos, touch my mom during the wake, and ensure that people wore masks (which was very important to me). I left feeling understood and supported. Connie made herself available for any questions or concerns leading up to the wake, which was greatly appreciated. On the day of the wake service, Connie and David were prompt at the church. They took care of the setup and helped guide us with our personal details for the service. Everything that we had chosen during that earlier appointment came precisely as discussed. This company knows what they're doing. In the middle of my intense grief, I felt comforted knowing I could hand such an important event over to them. They allowed us (the immediate family) plenty of time to say our goodbyes after the service. We never felt rushed. We placed our last goodbye letters in with my mom, roses, and anything else that mattered to us. It was the hardest goodbye, but I'm thankful that they never rushed it and respected our experience. Several days after the service, the ashes were ready. I didn't have the emotional strength to pick them up myself, but my dear husband made the short drive to get them for us. Their setup and the respect they showed my mom's ashes when my husband arrived were so thoughtful. Connie and David went above and beyond for our grieving family. They did some extra things for us that blew us away and just brought light into our very dark season. Connie, David, Simplicity family, thank you for your kindness, thoughtfulness, and respect during this time. We hold the canvas and all the details close to our hearts. My beautiful mom deserved the very best, and I'm glad she got that with the help of your company.

I have been coming here for many years, it used to go by "another" name but they have upgraded…read moresince then. The brightness and absolute cleanliness here is what was needed. The antiquated look is gone, and I was pleasantly surprised that it had been upgraded. I mean, come on, funeral homes can be dark and not the type of place you would consider beautiful, but I will say it has been upgraded all the way. From the entrance all the way to the backdrop of where your loved one will be resting for viewing purposes. Even the cafeteria is upgraded and bright. Something that was needed for many years. My coworker was waked here, and it was a beautiful service in so many ways. Although a sad occasion, the fact that they could make it so beautiful made it the right place for her family to bring her last days on earth to be seen in. I am highly impressed with what was done here. Although my workers and I came for a somber moment, we are grateful once again and for having so much parking in the yard and across the street.

Do not go here! Staff is absolutely terrible I am 5 months pregnant and they harassed me. Never go…read morehere

Spent way too much time here lately - but the staff is phenomenal and it is a quite a gift to be…read moreable to handle us crazy Ukies all the time!! :-)

Are you Ukrainian? Russian? Slavic? Not sure? Planning on checking out anytime soon? Well then,…read morethis is your funeral home! Since 1915, Muzyka Funeral Home has taken care of families in need in their hours of great loss with compassion, dignity, quality and professionalism. Muzyka is a funeral home you can trust.

Choosing a headstone for a loved one is never an easy experience, especially when they are still…read morepresent and sharing their final requests. Lisa made the entire process much more comforting and manageable. She treated my aunt's wishes with kindness and respect, making sure every detail reflected exactly what she wanted. Lisa was extremely patient and took the time to answer all of our questions without ever making us feel rushed. The website was also very user-friendly and allowed us to easily navigate through the different options to create what we envisioned. Lisa had such attention to detail and was very timely and efficient throughout the ordering process. Being able to preview the design gave us peace of mind in making our finial decision. The final stone turned out beautifully and looked exactly as expected once it was installed. It is a wonderful tribute to my aunt, and I truly appreciate the care and professionalism we received from Lisa at Peter Troost Monument. I would absolutely recommend them!

I can't saay enough about Peter Troost Monument Company. They guided me through this emotional…read morechallenge. I was responsible for planning my dad's end of life services 6 months prior to that fateful day. Lisa at Peter Troost - Palatine designed the monument in a step-by-step process, got my approval before moving forward along the way. After the job was completed she got another approval from me, and then installed the monument at the interment site with the reassurance that when the time comes she would have engravers come to the site and engrave the end date on the monument. I am thoroughly pleased with how professional and considerate Peter Troost was to me. I would recommend Lisa at Peter Troost to anyone who required their service. They would not be disappointed.

I'd like to thank the staff at Caring Cremations for taking care of my mothers send-off. The entire…read moreexperience was handled with grace and care. Thank you Caring Cremations Andre Rogers

If you've got a funeral home your family has been going to for generations, great. If not, you need…read moreto figure things out pretty quickly and Caring Cremations makes things easy with a website where you can choose your options and have upfront pricing which seems pretty reasonable. They also offer services and online obituaries, etc. but it's a very easy option for a simple cremation and all the accompanying requirements (just pay the money for at least 5-10 death certificates, you'll probably need them). I wouldn't recommend filling out the online forms on a regular phone as things can be small for reading and you don't want to risk a typo in the official documents but the whole process is pretty simple on a tablet, laptop, or full size computer monitor. I didn't complete all the online documents until late in the evening but they showed up way down in Oak Lawn early the next morning to pick up my father. Expect timing to be roughly a week after that unless you need expedited service, but standard timing was fine for my needs. The funeral home for pickup near Pulaski & Addison can have congested traffic, especially during rush hour or when there's a Cubs game, but there is an easy parking lot in back or delivery to your home is an option as well. Not a place you hope to deal with, but a helpful option for many to get things done when needed.

From the moment we first contacted Inclusive Funeral Care, they treated our family with an…read moreextraordinary level of compassion, professionalism, and humanity during one of the most difficult times of our lives. A few days before my grandfather passed, I reached out to prepare for what we knew was coming. They spoke with me patiently, explained everything clearly, and never once made me feel pressured or overwhelmed. The night before his passing, and again the morning of, I kept them updated as his condition changed. When I finally called to let them know he had passed, they arrived at our home within approximately 45 minutes -- even before hospice arrived to officially pronounce him. Their staff handled my grandfather with such dignity and gentleness that it brought an incredible sense of peace to an otherwise heartbreaking moment. They were calm, respectful, organized, and compassionate not only toward him, but toward our entire family. I especially want to recognize Russ, who was our primary point of contact throughout this process. He truly went above and beyond for our family in every possible way. During an incredibly emotional and stressful time, Russ was patient, responsive, compassionate, and genuinely caring. He took the time to answer questions, explain options honestly, and help us navigate difficult decisions without ever making us feel pressured. His kindness and professionalism made a lasting impact on our family, and I genuinely do not know how we would have managed this process without his guidance and support. What stood out most was their honesty and willingness to truly work with us financially. Instead of upselling unnecessary services, they actively helped us cut costs wherever possible while still ensuring my grandfather was cared for respectfully. They guided us through applying for Social Security funeral assistance, explained every expense transparently, and even arranged a manageable payment plan when funds were tight. In a time where grief can make families vulnerable, Inclusive Funeral Care treated us with integrity, empathy, and kindness. They made an overwhelming process feel manageable and humane, and I will never forget the care they showed our family during such a painful chapter. I am deeply grateful for everything they did for my grandfather and for us.

My daughters lost their mother and I lost my soul mate very suddenly 8 weeks ago. We were…read moredevastated and didn't really know where to turn. One of my daughter's friends has lost her mother and recommended Inclusive Funeral Care. We we sat down with Russ Henrichsen to arrange transport from Glenbrook Hospital for eco-friendly water cremation. He asked if there was particular music my deceased wife enjoyed, to which I replied, the Bonnie Raitt & John Prine version of "Angel from Montgomery." The fact that they asked this question led me to believe that we had chosen wisely. We then had Brooke Benjamin serve as Memorial Celebrant for a Celebration of the Life of Kitty at Chicago Botanic Garden. She met with the family in one extensive 2-hour session that included the daughters, myself, the deceased's brother and sister, asking us questions about our beloved's childhood, family life, hobbies, education, political activism, etc. Even though Brooke had never met my wife, she really extracted her essence.... so much so that 10 people (of the 150 in attendance) asked me "Who was Kitty's friend who ran the ceremony?" Short of resurrecting the dead, the celebration simply could not have been better. Kitty is now in our niche in Graceland Cemetery. Brooke was also very accommodating in allowing us to design our own memorial cards--we fell behind a bit in planning the cards, but things came together at the last minute. If you are looking for funeral directors who present you with a set of options in understandable, plain-English, then Inclusive Funeral Care is for you. Brooke and Russ are really excellent people. They were never heavy handed, allowing us to choose the format of the program. When they offered suggestions we choose not to follow (e.g. having live musicians), there was never any sign of disappointment. I just can not find the words to express how grateful I am to Russ and Brooke at Inclusive Funeral Care.