Jeffrey M Dames
Funeral Services in Joliet, IL

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Flowers & Remembrance
read moreFloral displays can be an expression of love and concern when looking to add a visible measure of consolation during a visitation or funeral service. We know there are many good local florists to choose from, but we have chosen to partner with one that consistently meets or exceeds our expectations for the families we serve. As a side note, those internet floral companies send the floral arrangements in a box for someone to arrange upon arrival. Most people who see those are not represented as well as the online photo that they selected from.
Community Healing Public Speaking
read moreOur professional calling is to guide each family that comes into our care through this very individual and complicated journey of the loss of a loved one. Quite often we find ourselves healing a community with the loss of a person that impacted many lives. We have found that those who understand how to make a healthy grief recovery well before experiencing a loss are much better prepared when a loss occurs than those who do not. Talking about end of life issues before loss is something that enhances the well being of the human condition.
Advanced Planning
read moreWe have found that the most loving and caring thing that you can do for your family is to leave behind details and information which permit your family to make the funeral service a loving tribute honoring the memory of the one they loved so much. The wrong way is to compel your family to make numerous decisions and possibly a major financial transaction while they are burdened and confused with grief; they may be faced with unusual and unfamiliar situations and responsibilities. The right way is to plan ahead for your family and loved ones, calmly and sensibly without the emotional burden.
Living After Loss
read moreLiving after loss can be the most difficult journey any surviving family member can take. We are certain of two things following the loss, first, the person who died would want you to heal and experience life to the fullest. It is our opinion that until an interactive service is available online that addresses the individual circumstances leading to a healthy grief recovery, we would direct those seeking help to these five options.
Immediate Need
read moreWe are here for you and have been for five generations since 1854. That may seem like a simple and obvious statement, but it is all too uncommon. We are not like other funeral providers. Not in philosophy, not in practice. We are dedicated to the belief that the process of grief is not a business proposition but rather an emotional, human passage to be treated with dignity and conscience. That is our sole motivation. We are not like others, nor do we strive to be. We promise to take you through this difficult time with care, with sensitivity, and with thoughtfulness.
Help & Guidance
read moreOur Help & Guidance Center is full of useful, practical information to help you through all the stages of planning a funeral, and beyond. If you have any questions or would prefer to speak with someone directly, please contact us. Our goal is to serve the families in our community to the very best of our ability. Whether you're local resident, or are coming in for a service from out-of-town or out-of-the country; if we can be of any additional assistance to you, please feel free to contact us.
Fred C
read moreIf your family member who passed away could return for just a few moments would they ask you to grieve for them forever? Or would they ask you to live for the both of you and you will see them again? It is our sincerest hope that you find the information and direction you are looking for here within our website. If you have additional questions, please feel free to contact us by phone, email or in person 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and one of our directors will be available to assist you.