Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Personalized Funeral & Cremation Services in Homer Glen, IL
Founded in 1955 by Frank and Estelle Modelski, Richard J Modell Funeral Home & Cremation Services continues a legacy of compassionate, family-centered care. As a third-generation family-owned business, we specialize in creating personalized funeral and cremation services tailored to honor individual lives. Our facilities in Homer Glen, Illinois, feature newly expanded chapels and lounges designed to accommodate diverse ceremonies. With decades of expertise, our team, including licensed funeral director Richard J. Modell and James Modelski, provides guidance during emotional times while maintaining a commitment to community values.We offer pre-arranged funeral planning, memorial services, and nationwide shipping capabilities to alleviate burdens on grieving families. Our approach emphasizes active listening to ensure each service reflects the unique needs of the families we serve. Active in local organizations, we combine tradition with modern resources, including virtual facility tours, to support clients comprehensively. Our dedication to preserving dignity and providing practical solutions has made us a trusted choice for generations in Chicago and its suburbs.
Services
Funeral Services
Cremation Services
Memorial Services
Pre-Arranged Planning
Shipping Capabilities
Veteran Services
Grief Support Resources
Virtual Tours
Merchandise Selection
Community Involvement
Details
- Year established: 1955
Highlights and features
- Third-generation family-owned service since 1955 with personalized care.
- Newly expanded facilities accommodate diverse funeral and memorial needs.
- Experienced staff, including licensed funeral directors since 1976.
- Pre-planning and shipping services reduce emotional and financial burdens.
- Active community involvement reflects local understanding and trust.
Services
Funeral Services
We provide traditional funeral services with customized arrangements to honor departed loved ones. Our Homer Glen facility offers spacious chapels and lounges for visitations, ceremonies, and gatherings. Families receive personalized guidance in selecting caskets, floral tributes, and service details while navigating local regulations and documentation.
Cremation Services
Our cremation services include direct cremation and memorial ceremonies with urn selection. We assist families in understanding state regulations and preparing necessary documentation. Optional chapel rental accommodates post-cremation memorials with personalized tributes and multimedia presentations.
Pre-Arranged Planning
Secure your wishes through detailed pre-arrangement services that relieve families of decision-making during grief. Clients create customized plans covering service type, merchandise, and cost protections. Paperwork ensures legal documentation and future implementation of specified preferences.
Memorial Services
We organize memorial services for families choosing non-traditional formats. Services include LifeStories tributes, embroidered memorabilia, and LifeView panels to celebrate individual legacies. Our team coordinates venue setup, officiant arrangements, and guest accommodations across Chicago suburbs.
Shipping Capabilities
Our shipping services facilitate interstate transfer of remains and memorial items. We handle all documentation for domestic and international transport, including permits, packaging, and carrier coordination. This service ensures families can arrange ceremonies across locations without logistical burdens.
People
Richard J. Modelski
Owner & Licensed Funeral Director
Licensed since 1976, Richard continues his father's tradition of compassionate service. Active in community organizations, he prioritizes personalized arrangements while overseeing facility operations and staff training in Homer Glen.
James Modelski
Director
James collaborates with families during service planning while maintaining facility standards. As Richard's son, he upholds third-generation values through attentive care and community engagement across Southwest Suburbs.
Michael Hussey
Staff Member
Michael supports service coordination with professionalism, ensuring families receive comprehensive options. He assists in facility maintenance and client consultations while reflecting the team's commitment to personalized care.
Questions
What pre-planning options are available?
We offer customizable pre-planning services allowing individuals to document wishes for services, merchandise, and logistics while securing today's pricing through formal arrangements.
Do you handle out-of-state arrangements?
Yes, our shipping capabilities coordinate interstate transport of remains and memorial items with full documentation management for domestic and international transfers.
Can I tour the facilities virtually?
A virtual tour is available via our website, showcasing expanded chapels, lounges, and memorial resources to help families plan services in Homer Glen.
What veteran benefits do you assist with?
We guide families through military funeral honors, flag presentation, and documentation for VA benefits including burial allowances and plot allowances.
How do you personalize services?
Customization options include LifeStories tributes, memorial merchandise selection, chapel décor, and multimedia presentations to reflect the deceased's personality and achievements.
Reviews (5)
Marybeth Fox
Oct 31, 2021
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Terrible-no one in the parking lot to direct people to extra parking-I would not recommend this place
David Dunbar
Jul 07, 2020
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They go above and beyond for everyone. Very professional and family oriented. They are all great . We used them maney times and were never disappointed. Thank you for all you have done for us.
Cari Baptista
Jul 06, 2020
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This place is really nice. On the ball. Took care of everything, no hidden fees, very nice chapel with kitchen area. Great attention to detail. Made everyone comfortable.
Daniel Milnes
May 16, 2019
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Owners Son Jay and Father Richard were so professional in every aspect. Our family was completely taken back by how comforting and helpful they were to us in our time of grieving. I would recommend this wonderful family business to anyone, and know they would be in great hands. It is a very hard process putting to rest a loved one... they honestly felt like family helping us get through a very difficult time. Thank you Jay and Richard... so very much!
Stephanie Grohovsky
Aug 20, 2017
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Amazing family owned business that really cares about their clients and does everything they can to comfort and alleviate stress to families during their very difficult times. This business acts with true professionalism and I highly recommend them!
