Vandenberg Funeral Home

Vandenberg Funeral Home Family owned & operated for nearly 60 years. Our family has been involved in the funeral business for nearly 70 years.

We offer full-service Funeral & Cremation care—modern, personal, and focused on celebrating every life with meaning and compassion. Our history stems back to the original family owned funeral home in Blue Island, Illinois which was established in 1937. Our original Tinley Park location was established in 1965 near Oak Park Avenue in downtown Tinley Park. In 1997 we opened a new, modern facility in Tinley Park on Harlem Avenue, moving from our original Tinley facility. In 1985 we purchased, renovated and expanded our Mokena location, opening in 1987. The Funeral Home is active in both Tinley Park and Mokena communities, always surrounding our business with community events.

Who would you write to? You’re welcome to add their name below as a way to honor them. ❤️Writing a letter to a loved one...
01/12/2026

Who would you write to? You’re welcome to add their name below as a way to honor them. ❤️

Writing a letter to a loved one who’s passed can be a meaningful way to feel connected.

Pre-planning your funeral is a considerate gesture. It allows you to fulfill your final wishes, ease your family’s finan...
01/09/2026

Pre-planning your funeral is a considerate gesture. It allows you to fulfill your final wishes, ease your family’s financial burden, and provide emotional relief.

As we move into a new year, many of us are reflecting on the loved ones who remain part of our lives in spirit.What is o...
01/07/2026

As we move into a new year, many of us are reflecting on the loved ones who remain part of our lives in spirit.

What is one small intention or practice you hope to carry with you to honor someone you miss?

We want to provide you with a comforting space and we will do everything in our power to accommodate your needs in a tim...
01/05/2026

We want to provide you with a comforting space and we will do everything in our power to accommodate your needs in a time of grief.

New year, same promise: to support families with heart, care, and understanding. Meet the faces of Vandenberg Funeral Ho...
01/03/2026

New year, same promise: to support families with heart, care, and understanding. Meet the faces of Vandenberg Funeral Homes! We're ready to serve our community in 2026 and beyond.

01/01/2026

Our prayer for the new year is that everyone in our community experiences hope, peace, and meaningful moments in 2026.

What’s your prayer for the year ahead? Share it with us. We’d love to hear what you’re wishing for!

As we say goodbye to this year, let’s take a moment to remember those we’ve lost and the love that still fills our heart...
12/31/2025

As we say goodbye to this year, let’s take a moment to remember those we’ve lost and the love that still fills our hearts.

If New Year’s was special for someone you’re missing tonight, drop a ❤️ below in their memory.

Wishing you peace, comfort, and hope in the year ahead.

You know that feeling of relief when the holidays are finally over?All the rushing and planning can be exhausting, but b...
12/28/2025

You know that feeling of relief when the holidays are finally over?

All the rushing and planning can be exhausting, but being prepared brings peace. The same is true in life when plans are made ahead, your loved ones can focus on what really matters.

Having the talk of a lifetime isn’t always easy, but it can bring comfort when it’s needed most.

Send us a message when you’re ready to start the conversation.

Why do we gather when someone we love passes away?Because when everything else feels out of control, being together help...
12/26/2025

Why do we gather when someone we love passes away?

Because when everything else feels out of control, being together helps us breathe again. Sharing stories, tears, and even laughter brings a little order back to the chaos of loss.

It’s how we remind each other that we’re not alone.

Awe Rudy the therapy dog sharing some Christmas ❤️.
12/25/2025

Awe Rudy the therapy dog sharing some Christmas ❤️.

Rudy here — your grief-therapy goldendoodle 🐾❤️
This season can be tender, and I’m sending extra love, comfort, and snuggles to everyone missing someone special.
Wishing you peace, hope, and a blessed Christmas. ✨🎄

What Christmas song brings back your best memories?The one that reminds you of family gatherings, decorating the tree, o...
12/25/2025

What Christmas song brings back your best memories?
The one that reminds you of family gatherings, decorating the tree, or baking cookies.

Tell us your favorite song and what makes it special!

Wishing you a very Merry Christmas filled with love, laughter, and music that warms your heart.

Grief doesn’t take a holiday.This season can be beautiful and heavy all at once. If you are missing someone you love, ta...
12/22/2025

Grief doesn’t take a holiday.

This season can be beautiful and heavy all at once. If you are missing someone you love, take a moment to honor them. Share a holiday memory or tradition that still brings you comfort.

Together, we can make space for both joy and remembrance this Christmas.

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17248 S Harlem Avenue
Tinley Park, IL
60477

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Who we are

Since our founding we have been family owned and operated. Our family has been involved in the funeral business for nearly 70 years with our history stemming back to the original family owned funeral home in Blue Island, Illinois which was established in 1937 (Pictured on left).

Our original Tinley Park location was established in 1965 near Oak Park Avenue in "Downtown" Tinley Park. In 1997 we opened a new, modern facility in Tinley Park on Harlem Avenue, moving from our original Tinley facility. In 1985 we purchased an old farm house on Wolf Road, we restored and expanded the new Mokena location, opening in 1987.

Another aspect of our family business was the ambulance service; this service worked together with the funeral home, as the funeral homes has long vehicles that could be used to transport patients to hospitals (ie. Hearse coach). The ambulance service was created to fill an unmet need for emergency medical transportation. In the early days of EMS, Vandenberg Ambulance was the only option for communities located in the south suburbs of Chicago. The company responded to motor vehicle accidents in communities from Blue Island to Joliet, and over time, began serving hospitals and nursing homes. The services provided in the very beginning were only those of a first responder, and that was simply the transport of an injured patient to the closest hospital.

The Vandenberg Family, has always insisted on staying involved throughout the communities they live and work in. The funeral home operates in best practices in funeral service, and strives for excellence when conducting funeral services for families we serve. We make a point of working together with area churches and charitable organizations to meet the demand of the community with an open mind and giving heart.