Wednesday, March 25, 2026 | 7pm CDT The Empty Chair is a virtual workshop for those mourning the death of a loved one during Passover. Holidays can make a loved one’s absence, no matter how long they have been gone, feel especially present. Please join us for a meaningful text study, gentle...
Chicago Jewish Funerals was proud to sponsor this year’s Gather & Grow - Kavod v'Nichum Conference, in Ojai, California, which brought together professionals and volunteers devoted to Jewish end-of-life care and tradition. Funeral Director Bill Rubin represented our team, engaging in meaningful learning and collaboration with 129 colleagues from across North...
2025 NFDA Expo with The Wilbert Group - David Jacobson, Chicago Jewish Funerals
This week’s Torah portion, Parashat Noach, reminds us of the power of renewal and responsibility. After the flood, God places a rainbow in the sky—a promise of hope and a call for humanity to live with compassion, integrity, and care for one another. At Chicago Jewish Funerals, we are inspired by...
Bereshit — Genesis 1:1–6:8 “In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth.” From that first moment of creation, light entered the darkness — reminding us that even the smallest act of care can illuminate someone’s world.
As we gather in our sukkot, open to the sky yet surrounded by love, we are reminded that life’s truest shelter is found in community and kindness. At Chicago Jewish Funerals, we honor this sacred balance — offering comfort and connection through every season of life. Chag Sukkot Sameach!
Yom Kippur reminds us of the fragility and preciousness of life. It is a time to honor memory, repair what is broken, and embrace the chance to begin again. May this day help us to reflect, bring meaning, comfort, and blessing to us and those we hold dear. Wishing you...
This weeks torah portion Nitzavim reminds us that “all of you stand together” — a vision of community that stretches across generations. At Chicago Jewish Funerals, we honor that vision by standing with families at every step, weaving past, present, and future into sacred remembrance.
To our community, As we celebrate our 28th year of serving the community, we would like to wish you and your families a safe, meaningful, and healthy New Year! Chicago Jewish Funerals has Yizkor candles and calendars available for anyone who would like. Please stop by one of our Chapels in Skokie...
This week’s portion, Ki-Tavo, reminds us to pause, give thanks for the blessings in our lives, and extend care to those around us. At Chicago Jewish Funerals, we walk with families in that same spirit of gratitude, compassion, and dignity.
