At Memory Eternal Funeral Directors, we provide compassionate, personalized services rooted in tradition and tailored to honor your loved one’s life. From sacred Orthodox rituals to modern memorials, our experienced team supports you every step of the way.
A sacred and dignified service, often aligned with Greek Orthodox traditions, beginning with a funeral service in the church, followed by a traditional procession to the cemetery—led with care and respect—providing family and friends the opportunity to accompany their loved one on their final journey. A graveside service concludes the day, offering a moment of reflection, prayer, and closure at the place of final rest. We customize every detail, from multilingual readings to cultural rituals, ensuring a meaningful farewell.
Families may choose a one-night visitation at one of our trusted partner chapels the night before the funeral or a brief visitation at the church on the same day as the funeral service.
After the service, a formal vehicle procession to the cemetery takes place—led with care and respect—providing family and friends the opportunity to accompany their loved one on their final journey. A graveside service concludes the day, offering a moment of reflection, prayer, and closure at the place of final rest.
We provide comprehensive funeral services, including dignified processions from the church to the cemetery. Each procession is led by a dedicated lead vehicle, accompanied by additional escort vehicles to ensure safe passage through intersections and uphold the solemnity of the occasion. With decades of experience, our family-owned business is committed to honoring your loved ones with care, respect, and tradition. Contact us to plan services
Our compassionate and experienced staff is dedicated to supporting you during difficult times by offering in-home arrangement services. We come directly to your home to assist with pre-arrangements or immediate arrangements following the passing of a loved one. There’s no need to travel to our office—our team brings all necessary documents, resources, and guidance to you. With personalized care and attention to detail, we ensure the process is seamless, respectful, and tailored to your family’s needs, all from the comfort of your home. Contact us to plan services
Thoughtful cremation options, from simple direct cremations to memorial services honoring your loved one’s legacy. We provide guidance, coordinate urn selection, floral arrangements, and memorial gatherings, and personalize ceremonies to reflect your family’s traditions. Contact us today
A personalized and uplifting event designed to reflect your loved one’s unique passions and life story. Hosted at a venue of your choice, we thoughtfully arrange every detail—from vibrant floral displays to meaningful tributes—creating cherished, joyful memories that beautifully honor their legacy. Plan a celebration today
Create a lasting digital tribute to preserve your loved one’s legacy. Our secure platform allows families to share stories, photos, and videos, inviting friends and relatives worldwide to contribute memories. Password-protected options ensure privacy, keeping their story alive for generations.
Plan ahead with peace of mind through our pre-need arrangements, documenting your preferences for funeral, burial, or cremation. Partnered with Homesteaders Life for preneed insurance, we guide you in securing your wishes, reducing emotional and financial burdens for your family.
Pre-planning offers clarity, locks in today’s costs to protect against future price increases, and ensures your traditions are honored exactly as you envision. Arrangements can be made at our administrative office or in the comfort of your home, with our compassionate team visiting you to provide personalized guidance. Schedule a consultation
With extensive expertise, we handle the sensitive process of transporting loved ones from Chicago to their final resting place, whether across the country or internationally, including receiving decedents from other locations. Our team, experienced in working with international consulates, oversees all logistics, documentation, and cultural considerations, ensuring a smooth and dignified experience. We provide personalized support, managing every detail with care—from coordinating with airlines and local authorities to arranging for proper embalming or cremation services as needed. Our compassionate approach ensures that families can focus on honoring their loved one while we navigate the complexities of the journey, delivering peace of mind during a challenging time. Contact us for repatriation services
We have long honored veterans, firefighters, law enforcement, and community leaders with dignified military or civic ceremonies. We arrange honors, flag presentations, floral tributes, and personalized commemorations to honor their legacy with respect. Our team collaborates with families to incorporate meaningful elements like custom eulogies, live music, or ceremonial salutes, ensuring a heartfelt tribute that reflects their sacrifice and dedication. Plan a veteran’s tribute
Beyond the service, we offer ongoing support through grief counseling referrals, support group connections, and educational resources. Our team remains a compassionate partner, helping families navigate loss with care, long after the initial mourning period. Explore grief resources
We are pleased to offer a comprehensive travel insurance plan which offers full coverage for all funeral-related expenses, including the transportation of a loved one back home for burial or cremation if their passing occurs more than 75 miles from their residence..
With a single, affordable one-time premium, you secure lifelong peace of mind, ensuring that you or your loved ones will be returned home with dignity and care, with all funeral costs covered, no matter where life leads. Contact us today to learn more and enroll
EXCELLENT Based on 26 reviews John Douros2025-04-25Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The process could not have gone any smoother. We were treated with great care, kindness, respect, and patience. Patty Pappas2025-04-22Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The entire staff was very professional, courteous, and efficient Susie Georgean2025-02-05Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Memory internal Funeral Directors have made everything so easy for our family that is in morning. I highly suggest their services to any family that is needing to bury a member. Peter Tzakis2025-01-08Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Vanessa & everybody at Memory Eternal Funeral Directors treated us like family. Just wanted to say a sincere thank you for all your assistance & support during a very difficult time after my Uncle Jim recently passed away. You & your team are true professionals and a credit to the late John Adinamis. My family has used the Adinamis’s since at least the 1950’s. We’ve never been disappointed. You have our unending loyalty. Thank you once again. Bill Dafnis2024-11-21Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I am so grateful for the wonderful service and empathy provided by Memorial Eternal Funeral Directors. At times like this it’s difficult to think and plan. This team, led by Vanessa along with so many others provided us end to end guidance and more importantly a dignified funeral for my mom. On behalf of my family and all my mom’s friends we are truly appreciative. Peter Poulos2024-10-26Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. If you have lost a loved one, I unequivocally recommend Memory Eternal Funeral Directors. We recently lost my beloved mother, Georgia. Even before she passed, Vanessa Adinamis and her excellent team at Memory Eternal were providing highly personal support during this very difficult time. Their repeated assistance throughout the entire process after my mother’s passing including with the church was invaluable. The team at Memory Eternal also treated my mother with genuine love and dignity. We feel very thankful and blessed for their service in her memory and for our entire family. Maria Lampros2024-10-21Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Memory Eternal and Vanessa were Godsends to me & my family…they are not only extremely professional & know what they’re doing but they are compassionate, thorough & vey thoughtful & caring. Things couldn’t have run any smoother & drama-free. Huge thank you to Memory Eternal Funeral Directors & staff. Penny Chelios2024-10-15Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Vanessa and her team are top-notch service providers. My family and I greatly appreciated their warm compassion and professional expertise. Their kindness and support made a difficult time easier. Every aspect was handled with dignity and respect. We cannot express enough our genuine gratitude to this team! From beginning to end, they were genuinely concerned with checking up on us during and after the entire process. Additionally, and pivotal, they were non-sales-oriented regarding our financial needs and they helped us make choices that honored my Uncle’s life. We highly recommend Memory Eternal to anyone seeking funeral service needs. ☺️ Stella Menegas2024-07-12Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. If you want the best service for your loved one there is only one choice. Vanessa and her team are professional through and through. Their years of experience shows in their seamless process and execution. Vanessa’s warm personality made us feel at ease and cared for during a difficult time. Thank you ! Dory Homatas2024-07-10Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Our family recently had the experience of working with Memory Eternal for a loved one’s funeral, and I cannot express enough gratitude for their exceptional service. From the moment we first contacted them, their professionalism and compassion were evident. The staff went above and beyond to ensure that every detail of the funeral was handled with care and respect. They were incredibly supportive, providing guidance and comfort during such a difficult time. We felt genuinely cared for, and it was clear that their primary goal was to honor our loved one in the best possible way. Particular thanks go to Vanessa, Maria & Robert, who were incredibly kind and attentive throughout the process. They were always available to answer our questions, making the entire experience as smooth and stress-free as possible. They made a very challenging time more manageable with their empathy, professionalism, and exceptional care.Showing only 4-5 star reviews
We are committed to continuing John G. Adinamis’ legacy of serving each family with dignity and respect while honoring traditions and wishes of loved ones lost.
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