Midtown Funeral Home and Cremation Options

09/28/2026

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09/17/2026

Kathleen Michaela Snee Giles was born on September 5, 1941, at Fort Benning in Georgia and grew up in Vineland, New Jersey. She passed away peacefully in her home on September 6, 2026...

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09/08/2026

William "Bill" Allan Evanoff, age 52, was born on August 6, 1974, and passed away on August 22, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of kindness, humor, and warmth that will endure in the hearts of all who knew him... (Visit the link below for complete obituary and service details.)

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09/02/2026

George F. Rice, 56, left us on August 16, 2026, in Chicago, Illinois. Born on September 11, 1969, George spent his life drumming to his own beat. George was an incredibly talented drummer, and an amazing artist...

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08/17/2026

Mr. Arturo Gonzalez, age 77. Late of Chicago passed away on August 10, 2026 at the Swedish Covenant Hospital. Visitation Monday, August 17, 2026 2:00pm until 8:00pm at Midtown Funeral Home and Cremation Options, 3918 West Irving Park Road, Chicago. Funeral Tuesday beginning at 9:30am with final viewing at the funeral home proceeding to Queen of Angels Church. Mass 10:30am. Interment Mount Olive Cemetery, Chicago. For additional information or assistance, please call 773.654.3744 or visit www.midtownfunerals.com.

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07/01/2026

Juan Carlos Lorenzo, age 57, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 29, 2026, surrounded by loved ones. He was born on December 9, 1968, in Rincón, Puerto Rico, to Juan Lorenzo and Virginia Lorenzo. He will be remembered for his playfulness and humor, his Puerto Rican pride, and most of all, his unwavering love for others.

He is survived by his wife, Anne Marie Jimenez, and his daughter, Alyssa Lorenzo. He also leaves behind his brother, Angel Lorenzo, sister, Virginia "BiBi" Lorenzo as well as his nephew, nieces and many beloved friends and family.

A memorial visitation will be held on July 5, 2026 from 1:00pm - 8:00pm at Midtown Funeral Home, 3918 West Irving Park Road, Chicago, Illinois 60618.

Arrangements by Midtown Funeral Home & Cremation Options, 773.654.3744, www.midtownfunerals.com

06/12/2026

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Father’s Day is one of those days that arrives whether you are ready for it or not. The ads fill your feed with backyard barbecues and bear hugs. And if your dad is gone – whether the loss is fresh or years old – all of that can feel like it’s meant for someone else. You’re not imagining the weight of this day. It’s real.

Grief doesn’t follow a calendar. It doesn’t care how much time has passed. And there’s no right way to spend this Sunday when the person it’s supposed to celebrate is no longer here. Some families find comfort in doing something small – visiting his resting place, cooking his favorite meal, pulling out old photographs, or just gathering with people who knew him and loved him too. Others need to close the blinds and let the day pass quietly. Both are okay. Give yourself permission to feel whatever comes.

And if you’re a dad who has lost a child, we want you to know: we see you too. This day belongs to you just as much, and your love doesn’t end because they’re gone. We hold space for families long after the service is over. If this time of year feels heavy, our grief circles meet on the second and third Tuesday of each month – 7 to 8 PM at the chapel, no cost, no pressure. Just a warm room and people who understand. However you spend this Father’s Day, we hope the love you carry brings you more comfort than pain.

Father’s Day is one of those days that arrives whether you are ready for it or not. The ads fill your feed with backyard barbecues and bear hugs. And if your dad is gone – whether the loss is fresh or years old – all of that can feel like it’s meant for someone else. […]

04/27/2026

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We believe that the way we honor and care for our loved ones should reflect their values, and for many families today, those values include a deep respect for the environment. That’s why we’re pleased to announce that Midtown is now officially licensed with the Green Burial Council (GBC), one of...

04/23/2026

Did you know that before modern paramedics, funeral homes provided ambulance services in many communities? From the early 1900s through the 1960s, if you needed to get to the hospital quickly, you’d call your local funeral home.

Why? Because funeral homes had the vehicles - hearses could be converted to stretchers - and staff available 24/7.

While we no longer run ambulances, this legacy of service reminds us that our role has always been to care for our neighbors in their most difficult moments.

04/22/2026

Happy Earth Day from all of us at Midtown Funeral Home! We are now counted among a select number of funeral homes certified by the Green Burial Council, a third-party environmental organization that creates high standards for natural burials. This ensures that the green burial services we provide and practices we promote are vetted to be as transparent and sustainable as possible. We are proud to offer these services and our dedicated staff is always available to talk about them. For more information, please DM, call 773.654.3744, or email [email protected].