Please RUN from this place as fast as you can. Staff is…read morecompletely unprofessional and not empathetic. You would think empathy is part of the job? After dropping THOUSANDS of dollars, my family was treated like dirt under this facility's shoe. First, some guy went up to my parents while they were crying in front of my sister's casket to ask them to sign some form. Really? Was that the right time to do that? Also my father asked specifically for my sister to be cremated with many belongings of hers. The facility promised to do that. When we went to pick her up? SOME of her belongings were given to us in a bag. Some of them were cremated with her. They were picking and choosing what they think she should have been cremated with and they don't even know her? And when we asked? Again, they gave an attitude and said "well we can put it in the urn now if you'd like." Like....?!? On top of this, some lady works there with a nose ring. She was completely rude about picking up the flowers we were given DESPITE promising they would take care of it because we wanted to send them off to be made into bracelets/rings/etc. Then to give my family an attitude while we mourn the loss of our sister/daughter? The night of the service I was the last person in the room with my sister, and I asked if anyone would go in there and get her so she wasn't alone and she GIGGLED and said obviously someone would. I have never seen anything like it before. She should be fired. Genuinely, run. This is not the place to send your loved ones if you want to be taken care of and if you want your loved ones taken care of.

The death of a loved one is something for which we are never really prepared. There can be so much…read moreconfusion at a time when a giant wave of grief first shows itself, and we may feel lost, hopeless, and helpless. Many questions arise when we're responsible for making final arrangements, and I'm glad we had Williams-Kampp to guide us along the way. Our father grew up in Wheaton, and the location wasn't too far from the cemetery in West Chicago where he was to be buried next to our mother, so this seemed like the perfect place to have his visitation and funeral service. The fact that our father was visiting my sister in Texas at the time of his death did not make things easier. But Dan Williams was there for us, and he informed us of what to expect. My father passed away in the hospital at 1:36 a.m.--a time when I felt lost and didn't know what to do. Dan was there to answer the phone at two in the morning, and he assured me that he would take care of everything. I can't begin to describe the feeling of relief I felt by those words. I told my siblings, "Everything was going to be okay; they've got us." There were extra steps on the part of the state of Texas in getting my father's remains back home, but Dan took care of everything for us, reassuring us of the progress along the way. The "Dad is back home" text when his plane landed and they had him was comforting. One may often read in Yelp reviews the phrase "I cannot say enough...," and it certainly applies here. Dan was there when we arrived back in Illinois to make our father's final arrangements and services. You hear ghost stories of funeral homes preying on the grief of family members to sell them the most expensive items in their inventory. I went in ready to pounce. But it never happened. There was no showing of the $10k casket. We told Dan about the image we had for our father, and what he showed us was perfect. We were told about a vault being required by state law, "but there's no reason to get the expensive one." These are not the sales people my siblings and I were expecting. They were everything I could have hoped for and more. While I'm in no hurry to use their services again--certainly, none of us are--if anyone finds themselves in need of help making final arrangements for a loved one, this is the place to go. If you're reading this review during a time where you feel lost, turn to Williams-Kampp. You'll be in good hands. I'm sorry for your loss, and may peace find you swiftly.

A most pleasant, easy and first-rate experience. Special thanks and kudos to Lisajoy Jenkins,…read moreWheaton Memorials Branch Manager, who went above and beyond to help us. She listened to our wishes and worked tirelessly with us to find the perfect headstone letter and character engravings. She expedited the actual headstone delivery and engraving, even making a special trip to the cemetery to rush authorizing paperwork to the engraver. We could not have been more pleased with Lisajoy's efforts on our behalf. Recommended to our friends.

They took our money for a year and a half before putting in my dad's headstone. (They showed me a…read morepicture of the headstone sitting somewhere for about 9 months before it was installed. If I didn't pester, nothing got done. It was a miserable experience. They offered excuses of having many people's orders. I had to demand a refund in order to get them to install the headstone. Of course they did nothing to make things right by my family. Terrible. I wound never go back there.

Our family is so grateful to Tim Hultgren and his staff for all the many ways they helped us after…read moreDad's passing. Tim was available for any and all of our questions, helped us attend to all the important details for the service, worked closely with the church staff, and helped us know what to expect all along the way. He even provided us with a checklist of many details we would need to handle after the funeral was over. Everyone was so professional and kind to us all -- I can't say enough about how much that helped us in a difficult time. I highly recommend Hultgren Funeral Home.

I've had the unfortunate task to require their service twice in a months time. Both times their…read morestaff provided professional and compassionate service. They made a very difficult process as smooth as they could. They were there when we needed but gave the needed space and time to grieve and say goodbye.

Beautiful well kept cemetery…read more WHEATON CEMETERY Taken from a plaque in the cemetery. "Wheaton Cemetery provides the final resting place for many individuals with ties to Wheaton. The Wheaton Cemetery Association formally incorporated February 14, 1857 by a special act of legislature. In 1861 the original three acre tract of land for the cemetery was acquired from Jesse C. Wheaton, by a combination of purchase and donation. As you make your way through the grounds, the history of Wheaton reveals itself in a tapestry of names, reminders of those who enriched our community through the years. Among those buried in these grounds are Wheaton's founding fathers: Erastus Gary (1806-1887), Jesse C. Wheaton (1813-1895), and Warren 1.. Wheaton (1812-1903). Artistic sculpted monuments create a beautiful memorial park as well as an enduring tribute to those buried here. The stately gray structure is the Gary Mausoleum, constructed by Elbert H. Gary in 1912 of granite from Barre. Vermont. The earliest section of monuments can be found in the front portion of the grounds, on and around the rise. Wheaton Cemetery continues to serve the community, by providing an opportunity to remember those who have gone before us. Established as a Wheaton Historic Site in 1993"

Who writes a review for a cemetery? It would appear I'm about to be the first…read more My stepfather passed away earlier this year and in the midst of helping my mother and sister make all the arrangements, I learned that Wheaton Cemetery was going to be Peter's final resting place along with my mother on day MANY MANY YEARS from now. We visited the cemetery the day before his wake and my mother showed my sister and I where they would be buried. I know it may be a bit morbid, but hey, we're not gonna live forever and if you think about it, a cemetery is something some, if not most, people will have to pick out at some point. Wheaton Cemetery is a small cemetery on Warrenville road off Roosevelt. It's a beautiful cemetery filled with old trees and truly beautiful scenery. It's an older cemetery near a residential area and located directly next to St. Michael's cemetery. If you're not careful, you may accidentally pull in the wrong place if you're heading here. From what I understand they have recently expanded their grounds and are opening up some more burial sites. I never really thought about where I wanted to ultimately end up but I know I want to be with my husband and I would love to be near my mother and/or sister if possible. Their pricing is quite reasonable from what I'm told and hoping that I have many, MANY years before I will actually require their services, I may look into a site at this cemetery one of these days. After all, my mom will be nearby and my stepdad, Pete, is already there waiting for the company.

Heaven knows what will happen to me for bestowing the ultimate rating on a Catholic cemetery not…read moreknown for its number of Italian souls in residence, but this particular place is totally deserving. Located almost across the street from Cantigny, Assumption Cemetery seems to be able to push the envelope against Diocesan rules and regs and they do it in a wonderful way. Finally, a Catholic cemetery that exists for those its supposed to exist for: the bereaved. From the lay out of the land, to the congenial and late staying office staff; from the no holds barred personalized and often decorative displays to the deceased, it appears that anything goes, but in a tasteful, joyous way. This type of effigy is rarely seen in some of the more establishment dwellings of the souls, but it really should be. The Mausoleum on the premises is anything but dour: the stained glass is lovely and Assumption encourages families to offer personal touches in the way of photos, candles, baseball hats, veteran dog tags, and then some, Even as you walk through, without knowing a soul, you can tell what the souls are about. Two of my former students are here and their families have said there is no dread stopping in for a visit. There is also a decent sized chapel that is routinely open throughout the day and here again, Assumption goes the distance. If you stop in to pray or to grieve, expect to be kept company; not by dead silence, but by piped in hymns of the Catholic variety. The grounds overall are immaculate. Whether you are coming, going, or staying, AC has nailed it in figuring out that even death is all about the details. Very nice work!

I was looking for a grave of an old friend who died in 2003. Michelle was very helpful over the…read morephone and took the time to locate it for me. She also offered for me to come into the office so that she can show me specifically where his grave site is, to save me some time. She was very polite and helpful and enjoyed my time in the office as well as my visit to my grandpa and my good friend.

Unfortunately in the last 4 years we have lost both my Mother and Father. During these difficult…read moretimes you hope that for all of the difficult parts you hope to be taken care of well by those who provide service. Well my sister and I received TREMENDOUS caring, thoughtful and complete service from Leonard Funeral Home for both of their services. With the utmost in professionalism and thoughtfulness all of the employees from Leonard made sure those difficult times were as good as they could be in dealing with the situations. I highly recommend their services in the unfortunate events of loved ones passing.

From the owner: Family Owned For Over 85 Years…read more The Leonard Memorial Home, Ltd. has helped families in Glen Ellyn, IL remember their loved ones since 1922. Our priority is to give each family personal attention and compassion. We do this by offering complete funeral home services by a sympathetic and professional staff.As a family-owned company, we uphold the highest level of standards in quality products and service. Our newly renovated home offers a beautifully constructed coffee room, as well as new washrooms on the main floor. We also offer valet parking and have a large parking lot to accommodate all families, large or small.We offer:* Traditional funerals* Memorial services* Cremations* Pre-planningAt the Leonard Memorial Home, you can remember your loved one in a tranquil setting alongside the rest of your family. We help you take the time to honor them and pay your last respects. We listen to your needs and customize the service to your exact specifications. From our family to yours, we give you peace of mind and solace in your time of grief.Call the Leonard Memorial Home today to schedule an appointment!

I was referred to Glenn (owner of Memories In The Making) as I searched for an expert to restore…read moreour family's memorial. What a lucky connection for me! Glenn was prompt in his responds to my questions as we decided on the best way to restore my great grandparent's monument. I live out of state but he kept me updated with email and photos. I flew back in October to see the monument and was thrilled with the outcome. I had no idea how much care is involved in monument restoration, and I'm very grateful for Glenn's experience and expertise. The before and after photos demonstrate the exceptional quality of Glenn's restoration.

Jim Farkas was so kind. I just lost my husband of 34 years and he was so understanding. He really…read morekept me from losing it. The services offered are reasonably priced. My husband wanted to be cremated and the price of this service was a lot cheaper than I was anticipating. Jim also did not try to up sell. He respected me and made me feel good about my decisions. I left feeling comforted and that I could reach out to them for anything at anytime.

My brother recently passed and we chose Bucaro for his services. I can't say enough wonderful…read morethings about the facilities and services provided by Frank Bucaro and his staff. Every detail from the flooring to the chairs to the lighting of his facility is gorgeously designed. You can tell he created a space that inspires remembrance with dignity. His staff were all so very helpful throughout the entire process. They did an excellent job coordinating the services with the church and the cemetery. I would whole-heartedly recommend Frank and his team to help you say goodbye and remember your loved one.

From the owner: After losing a loved one, you can trust the funeral directors and staff at Bucaro Funeral Home &…read moreCremation Center to help you begin the process to memorialize and celebrate your loved one’s life. Our dedicated staff has vast experience planning a variety of funeral services and have our own Crematory on site so your loved one never leaves our care. It's truly our honor to assist famililes in their time of need, no matter your personal preference, budget, culture, or religion. We pride ourselves on serving the Chicagoland communities with compassion, dignity, and respect. Pre-planning and pre-funding funerals and services are also available and we look forward to answering any questions you may have 24 hours a day 7 days a week. Call 630-242-4700 for details.

If I can give 4 and a half stars I would…read more Unfortunately my grandmother passed and my family needed the services of Blake Lamb. From start to finish these guys were sensitive, professional, and great. I don't have it in me to write any more, but I felt the need to yelp these guys.

It's odd to review a funeral home but I have a strong opinion about my experience and thought it…read moremay help someone. First, the funeral director, Kelli, was so amazing I have no words. She has an gift of being able to handle greiving people and help them make the right choices. She relieved much stress and was available when needed. I would have given 5 stars based on the whole experience except for an older gentleman who was there for the wake after Kelli had left. He was grumpy and mean. He yelled at my daughter for passing out sympathy cards even though I asked her to do it. And he not only hit on guests that came but had the nerve to ask my mother (the one who just paid thousands of dollars to this place and just lost her husband ) if any of her lady friends were available. Seriously.? No wonder he's still single. Based on him I wanted to give 1 star as it only stressed me out more than I already was.