Funeral and cremation

Drake & Son Funeral Home

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773-561-6874

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5303 North Western Ave
Chicago, IL 60625
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Drake & Son Funeral Home has provided funeral and cremation services for Chicago since 1956. For more than 50 years, our commitment has remained unchanged, yet we continue to respond to the changing funeral and cremation needs of our community.

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Our Difference

We want you to feel confident planning a funeral for yourself or a loved one. Here are some of the unique benefits we offer to help relieve your family of emotional and financial burdens.

  • National plan transferability

  • Personal Planning Guide

  • Free online obituary

  • Price protection

  • Experts in honoring veterans

  • Away from home protection

  • Celebration of life

  • Compassion help line

  • 100% Dignity Service Guarantee

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About

A welcoming location

Residing on 3.5 acres, our beautiful funeral home has 3 spacious chapels to accommodate varying service sizes, as well as a coffee lounge and ample parking for family and friends. Drake & Son Funeral Home was also awarded the Ravenswood Community Garden Walk for our beautifully decorated facility.

Wide range of funeral services

Sitting area at Drake & Son Funeral HomeAs a proud member of the Dignity Memorial® network of funeral, cremation and cemetery service providers, all of our services are designed to help you through one of the most personal and challenging stages of life. The team at Drake & Son Funeral Home understands that losing a loved one is an emotional and difficult experience, and we are committed to providing compassionate care and professional and personal service.

Whether you wish to arrange for a traditional funeral service, are interested in a Life Well Celebrated® memorialization, plan to have a large gathering or would like a more intimate service, our expert associates will work with you one-on-one to ensure your needs, wishes and budget are met. Additionally, many members of our team are fluent in both Spanish and English.

Planning in advance

At Drake & Son Funeral Home, we also recognize that funeral arrangements and associated expenses can be overwhelming. In addition to assisting during your immediate time of need, our funeral directors specialize in working with families to plan your final arrangements in advance. By preparing these details ahead of time, you provide a sense of relief, peace of mind and comfort for your loved ones while ensuring your wishes are met to your specifications. We are here to discuss your funeral and cremation options should you wish to do so in advance.

We honor veterans

Drake & Son Funeral Home understands the unique needs of America’s veterans and their families. As a Level One Founding Community Partner with We Honor Veterans, our staff is knowledgeable in the benefits available to veterans and their families. With respect, integrity and dignity, we will walk you through the steps of creating a veteran's memorial service that truly honors the life and sacrifice of your loved one.

Let us serve you

Please contact us if you need immediate assistance, wish to tour our facility or would like more information about our products and services. We look forward to serving you.

CUSTOMER REVIEWS

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"The overall cost was too expensive! I can see why folks get cremated. We had so much 'stuff' left over, i think it would have been letter to purchase items separately although this option was never re)..."

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Verified Burial & Memorial Service Customer

June 2019

"Everyone was very compassionate and helpful."

Verified Cremation Customer

January 2019

"I felt all my needs were met except the viewing of my wife since she looked more like when she was so sick not when she was healthy."

Verified Burial & Memorial Service Customer

December 2018

"This funeral home was extremely helpful to our family."

Verified Cremation Customer

October 2018

"Beacause the funeral was so beautiful and lovely very little crying was done by myself and family"

Verified Burial & Memorial Service Customer

October 2018

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