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Juanita “Nita” Zimmermann, born December 27, 1934 in Bogart, GA, passed away July 5th, 2025. She was one of 8 children b...
07/16/2025

Juanita “Nita” Zimmermann, born December 27, 1934 in Bogart, GA, passed away July 5th, 2025. She was one of 8 children born to Lloyd & Mildred Thornton. Nita was a member of the Telephone Pioneers of America for many years. She began her career as a telephone operator in Georgia for the Bell Companies. She met her husband of 68 years in Florida on a girls vacation, married him in 1956 and eventually transplanted to Chicago, IL where she has lived ever since.

Nita enjoyed gardening, playing golf with her girlfriends and sitting in the sun. Nita was also awarded a certificate of appreciation from the United States Navy for her unselfish, faithful & devoted service during her husband’s long military career.

Nita is survived by her husband, Herman “Zim” Zimmermann, their daughter Kathy Giese (Wayne), 4 grandchildren: Douglas (Jeanette) Tansor, Stephanie Trombetta, Nicole Barton-Giese (Daniel) & Samantha Carlson (Michael) and 3 great-grandchildren: Marshall, Campbell & James. She also leaves behind her youngest sibling, David Thornton (Ann) and many nieces and nephews. Visitation Friday, July 18, 2025 from 3:00pm until 8:00pm at Midtown Funeral Home and Cremation Options, 3918 West Irving Park Road, Chicago. Private interment at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery, Elwood, Illinois. Arrangements by Midtown Funeral Home and Cremation Options, 773.654.3744, www.midtownfunerals.com
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Trung Quang Truong, 74, devoted husband, loving father, proud grandfather, helpful brother, and kind uncle, passed away ...
07/07/2025

Trung Quang Truong, 74, devoted husband, loving father, proud grandfather, helpful brother, and kind uncle, passed away on Sunday, June 29, 2025 after a brief stay in the hospital. He is lovingly survived by his loyal children: Hung Quang Truong (Huynh Thi Be Nhan); Vinh Quang Truong; Michelle Ngoc Truong (Adrian Felipe Velez); and Minh Quang Truong (Nguyen Thi Thuy Tien); his adoring grandchildren, Avery Leonor Velez, Aiden Trung Velez, and Alivia Elle Velez; and his extended family, including siblings, nieces, and nephews. He is preceded in death by his father, Son Trong Truong; his mother, Dao Thi Nguyen; and his dedicated wife, Bang Tu Lao. His family will keep his unconditional love, life lessons, precious memories, and warm, charismatic spirit with them in their minds and hearts forever.

Visitation will be on Tuesday, July 8, 2025 from 1-9pm at Midtown Funeral Home and Cremation Options, 3918 W Irving Park Rd, Chicago, IL 60618. Funeral service will be on Wednesday, July 9, 2025 starting at 8am at Midtown Funeral Home and Cremation Options. Procession to Rosehill Cemetery, 5800 N Ravenswood Ave, Chicago, IL 60660, for final rites of Buddhist burial ceremony, will depart the funeral home at 9am, arriving at the cemetery at 10am.

The family appreciates your support and kindness, but monetary donations are respectfully refused. If you wish to honor Trung Quang Truong, you may consider a donation to Truc Lam Buddhist Temple of Elmwood Park, IL in his memory. He was a devout Buddhist and lived his life preparing for the next journey.

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

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06/13/2025

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Jorge W. BurbanoLoving husband of Lucila E. nee Bastidas. Cherished father of Jorge (Debby) Burbano Jr., and the late Ju...
06/11/2025

Jorge W. Burbano
Loving husband of Lucila E. nee Bastidas. Cherished father of Jorge (Debby) Burbano Jr., and the late Julio Burbano. Adored grandfather of Jessica, Joseph, Julia and Michael Burbano. Devoted brother of Luis (Rosa) Burbano, Fernando (Rocio) Burbano, Byron (Rocio) Burbano, Ximena Burbano, Maria Burbano, Monica Burbano, Alfonso (Maggie) Burbano. Adored uncle to many nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held on Friday, June 13, 2025 from 4pm until 8pm with a service at 7pm at Midtown Funeral Home and Cremation Options, 3918 W. Irving Park Road, Chicago. Arrangements by Midtown Funeral Home and Cremation Options, 773.654.3744, www.midtownfunerals.com

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Elizabeth Silis, 83She was born in 1941 in Mexico, where her journey through life began with resilience and strength. In...
06/02/2025

Elizabeth Silis, 83

She was born in 1941 in Mexico, where her journey through life began with resilience and strength. In 1966, she moved to Puerto Rico in search of new opportunities, where she worked diligently cleaning houses and generously devoted her time to helping children with their education. During her time in Puerto Rico, she was lovingly welcomed by a family who supported her in becoming a U.S. citizen—an act of kindness and unity she cherished deeply. After five years of building a life there, she bravely took her next step, traveling by plane from Puerto Rico to Miami, and then on to Chicago, Illinois in 1971, where she continued her journey with unwavering determination and love. In 1982, she welcomed her greatest joy, her son Gustavo. Her life was further blessed when she became a grandmother—first in 2005 with the birth of Keila, and again in 2009 with the arrival of Bianca. Becoming a grandmother brought her immense pride and happiness, and she cherished every moment spent with her beloved grandchildren.
She found simple joys in the rhythm of city life and the beauty of nature. She especially loved the Chicago snow—playing in it, watching it fall, and sharing those magical moments with her family. One of her favorite things to do was take her oldest granddaughter, Keila, on the bus and train, exploring the city together. She also enjoyed traveling alone, often riding the Red Line from Evanston all the way to 95th Street, finding peace and independence in those quiet journeys. She had a profound impact on the lives of many school-aged children, always willing to help with homework, offer encouragement, and nurture a love for learning. Her patience and kindness left a lasting legacy in the hearts of many young minds she touched. In 1994, she made a deeply meaningful spiritual decision and was baptized as one of Jehovah’s Witnesses. Her faith became a guiding force in her life, giving her strength, comfort, and a close relationship with her Creator. Her life was also a testament to strength and survival. She overcame two devastating house fires—one in 2003 in Chicago’s Wrigleyville neighborhood, and another in 2022 in Albany Park, where she lost all of her belongings. Even in the face of loss, she remained resilient, never allowing hardship to diminish her spirit or generosity.
Elizabeth was the loving mother of Gustavo Pizano. Proud grandmother of Keila Pizano Bianca Pizano. Cherished sister of Eliva Silis and Adriana Silis. Elizabeth was preceded in death by her parents Carlos Silis and the late Leonor Hernández.

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Elizabeth Silis nació en 1941 en México, donde comenzó su camino por la vida con resiliencia y fortaleza. En 1966, se mudó a Puerto Rico en busca de nuevas oportunidades, donde trabajó con dedicación limpiando casas y generosamente dedicó su tiempo a ayudar a los niños con su educación. Durante su estancia en Puerto Rico, fue recibida con cariño por una familia que la apoyó en el proceso de convertirse en ciudadana estadounidense—un acto de bondad y solidaridad que siempre valoró profundamente. Después de cinco años construyendo una vida allí, dio valientemente el siguiente paso, viajando en avión desde Puerto Rico a Miami, y luego a Chicago, Illinois en 1971, donde continuó su camino con determinación inquebrantable y amor.

En 1982, recibió su mayor alegría: el nacimiento de su hijo Gustavo. Su vida fue aún más bendecida cuando se convirtió en abuela—primero en 2005 con el nacimiento de Keila, y nuevamente en 2009 con la llegada de Bianca. Ser abuela le dio un inmenso orgullo y felicidad, y atesoró cada momento compartido con sus queridas nietas.

Encontraba alegrías simples en el ritmo de la vida urbana y en la belleza de la naturaleza. Le encantaba especialmente la nieve de Chicago—jugar en ella, verla caer y compartir esos momentos mágicos con su familia. Una de sus actividades favoritas era llevar a su nieta mayor, Keila, en el autobús y el tren, explorando juntas la ciudad. También disfrutaba viajar sola, recorriendo con frecuencia la Línea Roja desde Evanston hasta la calle 95, encontrando paz e independencia en esos tranquilos trayectos.

Tuvo un impacto profundo en la vida de muchos niños en edad escolar, siempre dispuesta a ayudar con las tareas, ofrecer palabras de aliento y fomentar el amor por el aprendizaje. Su paciencia y amabilidad dejaron un legado duradero en los corazones de muchas mentes jóvenes a las que tocó.

En 1994, tomó una decisión espiritual profundamente significativa y se bautizó como testigo de Jehová. Su fe se convirtió en una fuerza guía en su vida, dándole fortaleza, consuelo y una estrecha relación con su Creador.

Su vida también fue un testimonio de fortaleza y supervivencia. Superó dos incendios devastadores—uno en 2003 en el vecindario de Wrigleyville en Chicago, y otro en 2022 en Albany Park, donde perdió todas sus pertenencias. Incluso frente a la pérdida, se mantuvo resiliente, sin permitir que las dificultades apagaran su espíritu ni su generosidad.

Visitation will be held on Saturday June 7, 2025 from 3:00pm until 8:00pm at Midtown Funeral Home and Cremation Options, 3918 W. Irving Park Road, Chicago.
Arrangements by Midtown Funeral Home and Cremation Options, 773.654.3744, www.midtownfunerals.com

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Sometimes we may feel it coming. The slow shift of a goodbye beginning to form in the distance. When someone we love is ...
06/02/2025

Sometimes we may feel it coming. The slow shift of a goodbye beginning to form in the distance. When someone we love is nearing the end, grief doesn’t wait for the moment. It already begins in the quiet hours, in the glances, in the knowing.

Then the day comes. People arrive. Not because it’s easy, but because it matters. A funeral is something we do out of love. An unwanted family reunion, where time stretches and softens, and all the noise of the world quiets down.

Old friends. Old family ties. People who haven’t seen each other in years now together in the same room, sharing stories no one’s told in a long time. It’s not perfect. It’s not polished. But it’s real.

The world that often keeps us apart, divided by schedules, screens, and the rush of everything; a funeral becomes one of the rare moments we show up for one another without pretending to be fine.

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Stephen Michael Thigpen passed away Wednesday evening, May 7th. He was 65 years of age. Stephen was preceded in death by...
05/30/2025

Stephen Michael Thigpen passed away Wednesday evening, May 7th. He was 65 years of age. Stephen was preceded in death by his beloved wife Norma (Norris). Steve and Norma shared a thirty year relationship. They loved family, entertaining with friends, and getting away together to explore new places.

Steve will be remembered by his friends for his love of the game of pool, cooking out, fine clothes, straight talk, and his Mercedes which he kept in pristine condition to honor his late wife.
He was a blond haired Florida boy from humble beginnings who from a young age learned to make a way for himself in Chicago. He will be missed. A memorial service will be held Saturday, May 31, 2025 3:00pm until 4:30pm at Midtown Funeral Home and Cremation Options, 3918 W. Irving Park Road, Chicago. Arrangements by Midtown Funeral Home and Cremation Options, 773.654.3744, www.midtownfunerals.com

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Writing a Legacy LetterMaybe you’ve never heard of a “legacy letter” before – that’s okay. In this article we will expla...
05/23/2025

Writing a Legacy Letter

Maybe you’ve never heard of a “legacy letter” before – that’s okay. In this article we will explain exactly what it is and why we feel it can be an important step to take when pre-planning a funeral. Simply put, a legacy letter is a heartfelt message written to your family, friends, or even future generations. It can be read aloud at the funeral service, or can be discreetly shared with family and friends.

Legacy letters serve a unique purpose, allowing someone to share the values or beliefs that shaped their life. It can be comforting to be reminded how much someone loved us and to know that we were instrumental in their life. A legacy letter also usually includes some life lessons or advice to pass down to the next generation – a sharing of wisdom. It’s a physical memory that can be held and revisited while we process our grief.

Here are a few steps to help craft a beautiful letter:

Understand who will be reading the letter. Decide if you will write personal letters to different people or just one letter that everyone will read together.

Reflect and think about what you want to say. Share specific memories in vivid detail, show gratitude, offer forgiveness, or give advice.

Don’t stress about perfection or grammar. This is about being personal and even vulnerable. You can even write as though you’re speaking from the afterlife.

Store your letter somewhere safely. One idea is to give it to your funeral director to keep on file.

Imagine how your loved ones will feel, years from now, reading your words of love. A legacy letter can be a beacon during their grief, a reminder that you’re still with them in spirit. As we think about end-of-life plans, consider this: What would you want your loved ones to know after you’re gone? A legacy letter is a chance to answer that question in your own words, ensuring your voice and memory lives on.

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Can I Buy a Casket Online?Purchasing a casket is one of the most emotionally charged decisions a family can face during ...
05/15/2025

Can I Buy a Casket Online?

Purchasing a casket is one of the most emotionally charged decisions a family can face during funeral planning. In a world where we buy everything online, it makes sense to ask: can I buy a casket online too? The idea promises cost savings and convenience, however, while the idea of saving money and shopping from home sounds ideal, there are serious risks and potential pitfalls that can turn this choice into a nightmare.

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One of the key decisions a family needs to make is to determine the manner and place of disposition for their loved one’...
05/09/2025

One of the key decisions a family needs to make is to determine the manner and place of disposition for their loved one’s remains. Whether it’s burial, cremation, or another alternative (such as soil transformation), the final resting place carries deep emotional, cultural, and practical implications. Let’s explore this concept in more detail to understand why this decision is so important, and how it shapes the grieving process.

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Demystifying Funeral Concepts: Service DetailsAmid all the decisions a family must make, one element stands out as a cor...
05/07/2025

Demystifying Funeral Concepts: Service Details

Amid all the decisions a family must make, one element stands out as a cornerstone of making arrangements: the funeral service (or memorial service). While some families are tempted to forgo a formal service in favor of simplicity or privacy, holding a service offers benefits for families and friends. It’s an opportunity to honor the deceased, find closure, and begin healing together. Let’s explore why every family should consider having a service as part of their funeral arrangements, and how it can bring comfort and connection during a difficult time.

A funeral service is simply a dedicated time to acknowledge the life of the person we’ve lost. Whether it’s a traditional funeral, a memorial held after cremation, or a celebration of life, the service allows us to share stories and memories. This act of remembrance isn’t just for the deceased, rather it’s for all of us who remain. To come together and simply sit in quiet reflection can be powerful. Many families choose to play songs (recorded or live), display photos or slideshows, or read specific poems or passages.

Grief can be isolating, but a funeral service creates a communal space where family, friends, and acquaintances can come together to show support. It’s a chance for distant relatives to reconnect, for old friends to offer condolences, and for the community to show up in ways that words alone can’t express.

A service marks a clear moment to acknowledge the reality of loss, which is a crucial step in the grieving process. One of the greatest strengths of a funeral director is their flexibility. A service doesn’t have to follow a rigid format – it can be as unique as the person it honors. While religious families incorporate prayers or verses, secular families might focus more on storytelling and eulogies. There is no right or wrong answer here.

Some families hesitate to hold a service, often due to concerns about cost, emotional strain, or the belief that their loved one “wouldn’t have wanted a big production.” These concerns can often be addressed in ways that align with your needs and wishes. A service doesn’t have to be expensive or grandiose; a simple gathering at the chapel, or even a family home, can be just as meaningful. If the emotional weight feels too heavy, some families consider having a delayed memorial service, which allows time to grieve privately first before coming together.

No matter what you decide, we are here to help. Our intention is to create an experience that feels comforting for you and your family.

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