Gibbons Family Funeral Home

05/21/2026

If you received an email from us please don’t open it. Looks like I have been hacked

05/12/2026

NEEDING TO ADAPT IS AN ONGOING PROCESS

Things change. People change. Customs change. Circumstances change. Whey they do; we change.

Michael Gibbons always shares that his father, Tom Gibbons, was "always ahead of his time". His father recognized before nearly anyone else when desires were changing, based on his outstanding observation and listening skills. Learning of new preferences and trends of how people preferred to celebrate the lives of their loved ones, he implemented them in an ongoing process at each of his funeral homes. There were the constants; better parking, more comfortable restrooms, a lounge that had all of the amenities family's needed for their guests. Brighter visitation spaces. Soft furniture, not folding chairs.

Beyond those more obvious updates, there has been technology, lighting and furnishings that increased the level of ambiance and comfort. Many things people could "feel", without being sure what made this environment such a warm and comforting one.

It’s not so rare to hear the term “alternative funeral arrangements” these days, and its definition varies widely. From preferring the services and rites in the funeral chapel. rather than processing to a place of worship. Some even preferring to host their funeral luncheon in the funeral home lounge with catering options, added to the roster of resources the Gibbons Family Funeral Home provides. Simply put "We adapt and we're committed to listening and watching for anything we can do to make this experience more meaningful" states Michael, with a sense of obligation and pride reflecting his father's mantra. .

We have the flexibility and the space to accommodate what people ask for.

Whether Pre Planning or At Need, Let us know your family’s preferences and we’ll do our best to meet them in the most efficient and professional way.

At Need or Pre-plan, we’ll answer all of your questions and ensure you know every single choice you have to honor your loved one. We are the Gibbons Family. Your neighbor. Your friends. And when you need us to be your professionals, to guide you through the most difficult decisions you may ever have to make, we’re there for you.
To Connect with Gibbons Family Funeral Home:

Blog: https://gibbonsffh.wordpress.com/
Website: http://www.gffh.com/

05/05/2026

Remembering Our Faithfully Departed Souls. The Lives We Celebrated in April 2026
Please go to our website, obituaries, or contact us for any information about Memorial Services for Loved Ones planned in the future.

04/15/2026

Karl Welsch

Karl Welsch, 83, cherished son of the late Christian and the late Elizabeth; loving father of Karl Christian “K.C.”, Stephen and Ryan; lifetime friend of Ann Brennan; fond friend to many. Family and friends will gather for a memorial mass at St. Robert Bellarmine Catholic Church on Saturday, May 9 at 10:00 AM. Arrangements entrusted to Gibbons Family Funeral Home. More info (773) 777-3944 or www.gffh.com

https://www.gffh.com/karl-welsch/

Karl Welsch, 83, cherished son of the late Christian and the late Elizabeth; loving father of Karl Christian “K.C.”, Stephen and Ryan; lifetime friend of Ann Brennan; fond friend to many. Family and friends will gather for a memorial mass at St. Robert Bellarmine Catholic Church on Saturday, May...

04/08/2026

Dicky “Rich” Peek

The man, the myth, the legend: Dicky “Rich” Peek, 79; beloved husband of Linda; loving father of Tracy (Patrick) and Dawn (Ben Vazquez); cherished brother of Eva (Duane) Struchen, Steve, Mike, and Ron; adoring Papa of Colin, Benny, Brendan, Mia, Liam, Ciara, Sean, and Nathan; best friend to Junior and many others. Proud owner of the Peek Inn for many years....

The man, the myth, the legend: Dicky “Rich” Peek, 79; beloved husband of Linda; loving father of Tracy (Patrick) and Dawn (Ben Vazquez); cherished brother of Eva (Duane) Struchen, Steve, Mike, and Ron; adoring Papa of Colin, Benny, Brendan, Mia, Liam, Ciara, Sean, and Nathan; best friend to Juni...

04/07/2026

Margaret M. O’Halloran

Margaret O’Halloran nee Sweeney, 98; native of Ballycroy, Co. Mayo, Ireland; beloved wife of the late Al; loving mother of the late Patrick; cherished sister of the late Martin Sweeney, Thomas (Kathleen) Sweeney, Mary (the late Eddie) Kelly, Theresa (the late Ronald) Barger and Kathleen (the late Michael) McGuinness; dear godmother to Bridget Agnes Hand and Michael McGuinness; fond cousin and aunt to many....

Margaret O’Halloran nee Sweeney, 98; native of Ballycroy, Co. Mayo, Ireland; beloved wife of the late Al; loving mother of the late Patrick; cherished sister of the late Martin Sweeney, Thomas (Kathleen) Sweeney, Mary (the late Eddie) Kelly, Theresa (the late Ronald) Barger and Kathleen (the late ...

04/06/2026

James E. Bielanski

James Bielanski, 68; loving husband of Lydia nee Ryzewski; fond son of the late Stanley and June; cherished cousin of Christine (James) Bertucci and Sandra (John) VanMersbergen; dear friend to many. James was a Professional Engineer for 30 years at AT&T. Long time member of the Knights of Columbus. His hobbies included model railroad cars, vintage cars and antique passenger aircrafts....

James Bielanski, 68; loving husband of Lydia nee Ryzewski; fond son of the late Stanley and June; cherished cousin of Christine (James) Bertucci and Sandra (John) VanMersbergen; dear friend to many. James was a Professional Engineer for 30 years at AT&T. Long time member of the Knights of Columbus.....

04/06/2026

Belia Castillo de Ramirez

Ramirez, Belia Castillo, Age 86, passed away on March 23, 2026. She was a devoted mother to Pablo Ramirez Jr., Guillermo ("Memo") Ramirez, and Edgar Ramirez, as well as a doting grandmother to Valentina Ramirez and mother-in-law to Kris Krafka and James Po***ck. She is lovingly reunited with her husband, Pablo V. Ramirez, and her daughter, Dinorah Ramirez. She will be remembered for her fighting spirit, her delicious cooking, and the love and direction she gave her children that helped them succeed in life.

Ramirez, Belia Castillo, Age 86, passed away on March 23, 2026. She was a devoted mother to Pablo Ramirez Jr., Guillermo (“Memo”) Ramirez, and Edgar Ramirez, as well as a doting grandmother to Valentina Ramirez and mother-in-law to Kris Krafka and James Po***ck. She is lovingly reunited with her...

04/02/2026

Rose Marie Little

Rose M. Little, beloved wife of the late John L. Little; loving mother of the late John P. Little; devoted daughter of the late Patrick and Mary O’Donnell of Carna and Rosmuc, Co. Galway, Ireland; cherished sister of Margaret Dunn (the late Russell), the late Thomas (the late Adonai), the late John, the late James, the late Joseph (the late Elaine), and the late Mary O’Donnell....

Rose M. Little, beloved wife of the late John L. Little; loving mother of the late John P. Little; devoted daughter of the late Patrick and Mary O’Donnell of Carna and Rosmuc, Co. Galway, Ireland; cherished sister of Margaret Dunn (the late Russell), the late Thomas (the late Adonai), the late…

04/02/2026

UPDATE: Unfortunately this boy was sent to Chicago Animal Care and Control.

Male husky, white & grey, found at Irving & Narragansett.

Please have the owner contact the 16th District Chicago Police Department at 312-742-4480.

Must have proof of ownership.

04/01/2026

Remembering Our Faithfully Departed Souls. The Lives We Celebrated in March 2026

Please go to our website, obituaries, or contact us for any information about Memorial Services for Loved Ones planned in the future.