Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Funeral Service Provider in Chicago
Kolbus-John V. May Funeral Home has served Chicago and surrounding communities for over a century, offering compassionate funeral planning and cremation services. Established in 1909 by John V. May and later consolidated with Kolbus Funeral Home in 2005, we combine tradition with modern personalization to meet diverse cultural and religious needs. Our team of licensed funeral directors brings over 50 years of combined experience in creating meaningful ceremonies that honor individual lives.We prioritize transparent pricing, 24/7 emergency availability, and facilities designed to accommodate both traditional and contemporary memorial services. Our commitment to community extends through partnerships with local cemeteries and crematories, ensuring seamless service coordination for families during difficult times.
Services
Funeral Services
Cremation Services
Pre-Need Planning
Grief Support
Veteran Services
Memorial Ceremonies
Body Donation
Immediate Burial
Casket Selection
Obituary Assistance
Details
- Year established: 1909
Highlights and features
- Over 100 years of combined experience in funeral services
- Personalized memorial planning for diverse cultural needs
- 24/7 emergency availability with immediate response
- Transparent pricing with detailed service breakdowns
- Multiple locations serving Chicago and surrounding suburbs
Services
Funeral Services
We provide comprehensive funeral services including visitation arrangements, ceremony planning, and cemetery coordination. Our experienced directors guide families through every step, offering customizable options for traditional or contemporary services. All packages include professional staff support, facility use, and necessary transportation.
Cremation Services
Our cremation services offer dignified alternatives to traditional burial, with options for memorial ceremonies before or after cremation. We provide alternative containers, urn selection assistance, and scattering ceremony planning. Prices include transportation, staff services, and necessary permits.
Pre-Need Planning
We help individuals plan their funeral arrangements in advance, reducing future emotional and financial burdens. Our pre-need services include customized planning consultations, cost estimation, and documentation assistance to ensure personal wishes are clearly recorded.
Grief Support
We offer grief resources including counseling referrals, support literature, and memorialization guidance. Our staff provides ongoing assistance to help families navigate the emotional journey following loss, with access to both local and national support networks.
Veteran Services
We specialize in military funeral services, including flag presentation, rifle salute coordination, and VA benefit assistance. Our directors understand the unique requirements for veteran memorials and work closely with local VA offices to ensure proper honors are conducted.
People
Eileen Baldeshwiler
Funeral Director/Embalmer
Licensed since 2012, Eileen brings compassionate care and diverse experience from Chicago-area funeral homes. Member of Illinois and National Funeral Directors Associations, she focuses on personalized family service.
Michael J. Rominski
Funeral Director/Embalmer
With over 25 years of service since 1997, Michael combines formal education from Worsham College with hands-on experience. Active in local community and church, he emphasizes compassionate, professional care for grieving families.
Karen L. Christensen
Funeral Director/Embalmer
Licensed for 18 years, Karen offers expertise in diverse funeral arrangements and OSHA compliance. She balances professional dedication with family life, serving as a mentor within the funeral director community.
Eugene W. Cha
Funeral Director/Embalmer
Licensed since 1997, Eugene combines communications expertise with funeral service experience. He focuses on creating meaningful ceremonies that reflect individual lives while supporting families through the grieving process.
Miles Fogle
Funeral Director/Embalmer
Licensed in 2022, Miles transitioned from a people-focused career to funeral service. With honors from Worsham College, he emphasizes compassionate care and modern approaches to memorialization.
Questions
What funeral service options do you offer?
We provide traditional funerals, cremation services, immediate burials, and body donation programs with customizable memorial options.
Can I plan a funeral in advance?
Yes, we offer pre-need planning services to document your wishes and reduce future family decision-making burdens.
Do you handle veteran funeral arrangements?
Yes, we coordinate military honors, flag presentations, and VA benefit utilization for veteran memorials.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept credit cards and pre-need insurance policies, with transparent pricing and no hidden fees.
Are your services available after hours?
Yes, we provide 24/7 emergency assistance for immediate service needs at any time.
