Traditional Services

Traditional Burial Services in the Chicago Western Suburbs

At Countryside Funeral Homes and Crematory, we offer compassionate, traditional burial and cremation services that allow family and friends to gather, reflect, and celebrate a life well-lived. Whether you choose a full funeral with visitation or a simple graveside service, we will help you create a meaningful tribute that reflects your loved one’s values and personality.

Visitation

A visitation provides an opportunity for loved ones to gather, offer support, and say goodbye in a comforting environment. This time of remembrance can be personalized with photographs, videos, keepsakes, or favorite music that reflects your loved one’s life. Embalming is typically required for open-casket visitations. Our staff will assist in designing a thoughtful and respectful setting for this important gathering.

Funeral Service

A funeral service can take place at our funeral home chapel, a place of worship, or any location that holds meaning to your family. We work closely with clergy or celebrants to create a personalized service that honors your loved one’s life and beliefs. Our chapels are equipped with a piano and high-quality webcasting capabilities to include those who may not be able to attend in person.

Graveside Service

A graveside service is held at the cemetery and may follow a funeral or serve as a stand-alone ceremony. This intimate gathering often includes a short reading, words of remembrance, or final words of committal, led by a clergy member, celebrant, or family speaker. When a funeral service precedes the burial, our team will coordinate a respectful procession from the funeral location to the cemetery.