Chicago Jewish Funerals is proud to share that our founder, David Jacobson, will be honored with the 2025 Anita and Barry Kinzbrunner Award. The award is presented by Neshama - Association of Jewish Chaplains. This prestigious award recognizes David's lifelong commitment to Jewish life and chaplaincy. We invite the community to join us...
This week we receive the 10 commandments! We would like to share a favorite poem of ours by Yehuda Amichai on this subject: My father was God and didn’t know it. He gave me the Ten Commandments not in thunder and not in anger, not in fire and not in a cloud, but gently and...
From a distance everything looks like a miracle but up close even a miracle doesn’t appear so. Even someone who crossed the Red Sea when it split only saw the sweaty back of the one in front of him and the motion of his big legs, and at most, a...
Please enjoy this recent conversation between Chicago Jewish Funerals founder David Jacobson and Rabbi Jeffrey Weill of the “Unveiling Death” podcast. David outlines the formation of his guiding philosophy, with an emphasis on caring for the deceased and comforting the mourner. Losing someone we love can either break us or bring us...
Chicago Jewish Funerals proudly hosted a dedication ceremony for an ambulance destined for Magen David Adom, Israel's vital emergency medical service.This isn’t just any ambulance; it’s a symbol of hope and support for those in need. Join us in celebrating this important contribution, where compassion meets action, and let’s make...
Come join JCSF Chicago on Wednesday, November 13, 2024, 7PM - 8:30PM Grieving the Death of a Loved One: An Evening of Support This evening of support will include music and poems for healing, reflections on the grieving process and a personal grief journey illuminating paths to healing. This program is...
Recently, David Jacobson, founder and owner of Chicago Jewish Funerals, sat down with Effie Anolik of the Groundbreaking podcast. Here David gives listeners an inside scoop on the many unique approaches that he uses to bring comfort to mourners. The conversation takes many turns and reveals insights from the heart that can...
During this beautiful holiday of receiving the Torah, we learn wonders about the essence of being a Jewish person (and human!) from the Book of Ruth. Both Ruth and Boaz, the great grandparents of King David and stars of the megilla, come from lineages with challenging stories. Ruth is from Moab,...
Dear Friends, On behalf of everyone at Chicago Jewish Funerals, we want to wish all of you and your families a healthy, peaceful and meaningful Passover. Just as a reminder, if you need Yizkor candles, they are available at the Buffalo Grove Chapel or the Skokie Chapel. Chag Sameach, David Jacobson & Everyone at...
Please join the Widow/er's Support Group Workshop, Free and open to all. This workshop is led by fellow travelers who will facilitate improved happiness, purpose and a meaningful life.
