Calahan Funeral Home

Calahan Funeral Home Since 1983, the Calahan name has stood for uncompromised quality, personal service, and genuine care

Today, the Calahan family mourns the loss of a giant, not only to the world, but to us.For more than 40 years, Reverend ...
02/17/2026

Today, the Calahan family mourns the loss of a giant, not only to the world, but to us.

For more than 40 years, Reverend Jackson was not simply a public figure we admired. He was our friend. He was our encourager. He was someone who showed up in moments of celebration, in moments of challenge, and in moments when quiet strength was needed most. His presence in our lives was constant, genuine, and rooted in love.

He believed in our family. He spoke life into our dreams. He reminded us, time and time again, that faith must walk hand in hand with action, and that service to others is the highest calling. Many people knew him as a civil rights leader, a trailblazer, and a voice for justice, but we also knew his laughter, his warmth, and his unwavering loyalty to his calling.

There are relationships that time strengthens, and ours with him was one of them. Four decades of memories, conversations, and prayers.
We are profoundly grateful that God allowed our paths to cross and our lives to intertwine for so many years. His legacy will live not only in history books, but in our hearts.

We extend our deepest and most heartfelt condolences to his remarkable family, who shared him with the world while loving him in the most personal way. We pray that God’s peace, comfort, and strength surround you in this season of loss, and that you feel the immeasurable impact of the life he lived and the love he gave.

Rest well, Reverend.
Your work was mighty.
Your love was real.
And you will never be forgotten.
With love, honor, and deep gratitude,
The Calahan Family

01/25/2026

NotifyChicago:

Winter Storm Warning
WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM CST THIS AFTERNOON
Winter Storm Warning issued January 25 at 9:23AM CST until January 25 at 4:00PM CST by NWS Chicago IL
* WHAT...Snow...heavy at times. Additional snow accumulations 2 to 5
inches, heaviest near Lake Michigan. Storm total snowfall ranging
2 to 4 inches northwestern Cook County to 6 to 12 inches near the
lake. Snowfall rates around 1 inch per hour are expected with the
more intense lake effect snow bands.

* WHERE...Central Cook, Northern Cook, and Southern Cook Counties.

* WHEN...Until 4 PM CST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Travel will remain very hazardous into the early
afternoon.
If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for
Illinois can be obtained at www.gettingaroundillinois.com.
http://www.weather.gov

01/23/2026

Do all you can to help your fellow man! Please share this warning station information. Also be sure to let your water trickle to keep pipes from bursting.

Chicago has designated 24-hour warming locations, primarily Police Station Lobbies and Cook County Courthouses during extreme cold, alongside community centers, libraries, and parks open during daytime hours; call 311 or the CHI311 app for real-time locations and services, especially after hours, as hours change with weather, or call 311 for emergency shelter placement.

24-Hour Options (During Extreme Cold)

Chicago Police Department Lobbies:

Many district police station lobbies are open 24/7 to warm up when temperatures drop below 32°F, according to State Representative Lindsey LaPointe.

Cook County Courthouses:

Courthouses in Skokie, Maywood, and Markham often open as 24/7 warming centers during deep freezes.


We made it... TOGETHER! 2025 was a difficult season for many, and we honor the resilience, strength, and perseverance it...
12/31/2025

We made it... TOGETHER! 2025 was a difficult season for many, and we honor the resilience, strength, and perseverance it took to move forward.As we welcome the new year, we reaffirm our commitment to the resolutions that guide our service every day:
to serve with compassion and integrity,
to support families beyond the service,
to honor every life meaningfully,
to move forward with hope,
and to embrace thoughtful innovation.

A new year is also an invitation for reflection, intention, and planning for the future. We encourage our community to consider personal resolutions that bring peace of mind, protect loved ones, and ensure wishes are known. Pre-planning is one meaningful way to care for your family tomorrow, today.

With gratitude for the trust you place in us, we look ahead with purpose, love, and continued commitment to this community. Here's to 2026... TOGETHER! 🎉🎊🌟💫






Wishing you peace and joy this holiday season, from our family to yours!
12/25/2025

Wishing you peace and joy this holiday season, from our family to yours!

Nine Days of Tools | Day 9 — Christmas EveOn a night that can feel lonely, for some, scripture offers something steady ...
12/25/2025

Nine Days of Tools | Day 9 — Christmas Eve

On a night that can feel lonely, for some, scripture offers something steady to hold onto, trust when answers feel far away, peace when hearts are heavy, hope when joy feels delayed, and love that does not disappear with loss.
Tonight, we are reminded that faith does not erase grief, but it can carry us through it.
Stevie Wonder asks, “If it’s magic, then why can’t it be everlasting love?”
For many, that everlasting love is reflected in God’s Word, unchanging, present, and near, even in sorrow.
Wherever you find yourself this Christmas Eve, may you be surrounded by comfort, grace, and gentle reminders that you are not alone.
Thank you for walking with us through these nine days.
Your grief, your way. And may peace meet you right where you are. We encourage you to share this with someone who may be in need of these tools.
Your friends at Calahan Funeral Home

Nine Christmas After Loss Survival Tools| Tools #7 & #8The holidays can stir deep memories and big emotions. Today’s t...
12/24/2025

Nine Christmas After Loss Survival Tools| Tools #7 & #8

The holidays can stir deep memories and big emotions. Today’s tools are gentle reminders that you do not have to carry them alone.
Tool #7: Honor Your Loved One
Grief often asks to be witnessed. Speak their name. Share a story. Light a candle, hang a stocking, cook their favorite dish, or create a small ritual that keeps their memory present in a way that feels right to you. Honoring them is honoring your love.
Tool #8: Know When to Seek Additional Support
There is strength in reaching out. If grief becomes overwhelming or if you’re struggling to eat, sleep, or feel safe, it is important to get additional support. This may look like an accountability partner, trusted loved one, or professional help. Asking for help is an act of care, not failure.

Remember: your grief, your way.

Please check back this evening as we share Tool #9, our final tool in this series.

Thank you for joining us today for the Holiday Fresh Food Market and the Englewood Lights The Holidays Check back in for...
12/24/2025

Thank you for joining us today for the Holiday Fresh Food Market and the Englewood Lights The Holidays Check back in for more fun photos from the day and our final Holiday Healing Tools! ❤️

Tools #5 & #6 — Gentle reminders for the season 🤍As the holidays approach, it’s okay to be intentional about who you s...
12/23/2025

Tools #5 & #6 — Gentle reminders for the season 🤍
As the holidays approach, it’s okay to be intentional about who you spend your energy with. Protecting your heart is part of healing. Choose spaces and people who honor where you are right now.

And when you can, consider small acts of kindness. Giving, whether through time, generosity, or a simple gesture can create brief moments of light and connection, for others and for yourself.
There is no right or wrong way to grieve.

Your grief. Your way. Check back on tomorrow for more tools and DON'T FORGET OUR TWO EVENTS TOMORROW. (SEE PREVIOUS POSTS)

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