Modell Funeral Home

Modell Funeral Home Our funeral home provides a full range of funeral service options, from the traditional religious ser Founded on May 5, 1955, by Frank A. Modelski, Sr. Cass Ave.

and his wife Estelle, Modell Funeral Home is proud to be celebrating over 57 years in business. Opening in 1983, Modell Funeral Home at 7710 S. has been an integral part of Darien and the surrounding area, serving the community with compassion and dignity. Frank, Jr., his wife, Fran, daughter, Christina Brunsen and son-in-law, Andrew Brunsen currently own and operate the Darien location. They are all extremely honored to carry on their family’s legacy. At Modell Funeral Home, we understand that funerals are for the living; they are a celebration and a remembrance of a life. With that understanding, we take the utmost care to ensure that every service is meaningful and special. We have always prided ourselves on the professional and caring service that we offer to you and your family. You can be confident knowing that our staff provides guidance and assistance to every family, regardless of when our services are needed. The Modelski and Brunsen families and the entire staff at Modell Funeral Home are proud to offer unprecedented service and unparalleled concern. Each family is provided with the opportunity to learn about and discuss the wide variety of options available to them.

Roseann E. Piemonte, nee Petrelli, age 78. Beloved wife of Anthony Piemonte; devoted mother of Rosemarie Douglas and Joh...
02/20/2026

Roseann E. Piemonte, nee Petrelli, age 78. Beloved wife of Anthony Piemonte; devoted mother of Rosemarie Douglas and John Piemonte; cherished grandmother of Nick Douglas and Matt Douglas; fond sister of Mary (Bob) Reter, Michael (Pat) Petrelli, the late Theresa (Tony) Pontarelli, the late Joseph (Da...

Richard J. Kairis, known affectionately as Dick by those who knew him best, passed away peacefully on February 19, 2026,...
02/20/2026

Richard J. Kairis, known affectionately as Dick by those who knew him best, passed away peacefully on February 19, 2026, in Downers Grove, Illinois. Born on August 17, 1943, in Chicago, Illinois, his life was a testament to his unwavering faith, the love he had for his family, and the passion he had...

02/20/2026
Marianne Birgersson, nee Legan, age 81, of Lemont, IL., passed away on February 18, 2026, with family by her side, in Hi...
02/19/2026

Marianne Birgersson, nee Legan, age 81, of Lemont, IL., passed away on February 18, 2026, with family by her side, in Hinsdale, IL. She was born March 28, 1944, in Joliet Illinois, the daughter of the late Anthony “Tony” and the late Antoinette “Lena” Legan.
Marianne graduated from Lockport High S...

Carol Bernice Mertes, born on December 27, 1941, passed away peacefully on February 15, 2026. A lover of life, Carol fou...
02/17/2026

Carol Bernice Mertes, born on December 27, 1941, passed away peacefully on February 15, 2026. A lover of life, Carol found joy in painting, browsing garage sales, and eagerly anticipating the bloom of spring flowers. Her affinity for classical music added a unique rhythm to her life, while her passi...

Leslie Ann Anderson, age 61 passed away February 1,2026. Ann was a beloved mother to Deanna Lewis and Courtney (Christop...
02/16/2026

Leslie Ann Anderson, age 61 passed away February 1,2026. Ann was a beloved mother to Deanna Lewis and Courtney (Christopher) Widmayer. A loving grandmother to Sydney, Mckenzie, Ethan and Daniel, A loving sister to Michael Alumbaugh, a loving aunt to her nieces and nephews and an adored friend to so ...

William “Bill” Greenwald, Army Veteran, beloved husband of the late Jacqueline, nee Bielaski. Loving father of Mike (Don...
02/14/2026

William “Bill” Greenwald, Army Veteran, beloved husband of the late Jacqueline, nee Bielaski. Loving father of Mike (Donna) Greenwald and the late Billy (Donna) Greenwald. Cherished grandfather of Randy (Sam) Posluszny, Nicole (Amber) Carpenter, Tom ( Kim) Posluszny, Dan ( Selena Gomez) Greenwald, M...

David J. Kamien, Loving father of Harlow Kamien and stepfather of Willow Graves. Husband to Cori Nelson. Cherished son o...
02/13/2026

David J. Kamien, Loving father of Harlow Kamien and stepfather of Willow Graves. Husband to Cori Nelson. Cherished son of Connie and the late Donald. Dearest brother of Marianne (Jim) Hynd and Chis Kamien. Uncle of Megan (Evan Schmidt), Lauren, and Daniel. Dave was a family man that loved spending t...

Mark P. DeSantis, age 78, passed away February 9, 2026. Beloved husband of Kathleen, nee Katrenak; proud parrot daddy of...
02/11/2026

Mark P. DeSantis, age 78, passed away February 9, 2026. Beloved husband of Kathleen, nee Katrenak; proud parrot daddy of Caesar, Maya, and the late Ralph; loving father of Kimberly Ann DeSantis and Shawn Marc DeSantis; fond brother of Kent (Leigh) DeSantis and Reva (Michael) Schmidt; also many niece...

Susan L. Bennet, nee Achord, age 80, passed away February 9, 2026. Beloved wife of the late Lawrence; loving mother of M...
02/11/2026

Susan L. Bennet, nee Achord, age 80, passed away February 9, 2026. Beloved wife of the late Lawrence; loving mother of Michelle (Jeff) Handley and the late Maria (Alan) Lyons; cherished grandmother of Jeremy (Emily) Handley, Andrew (Maisey) Handley, Crystal (Joe) Lyons and Emily Lyons; devoted daugh...

Maxima Rivera Bogaoan, age 81, passed away February 8, 2026. Beloved wife of the late Marcelino Abenis Bogaoan; loving m...
02/10/2026

Maxima Rivera Bogaoan, age 81, passed away February 8, 2026. Beloved wife of the late Marcelino Abenis Bogaoan; loving mother of Joel (Lian) Rivera Bogaoan, Evelyn (Dannie) Mamparo, Ray (Carol) Rivera Bogaoan, Rosie (Orly) Ancheta, Michael (Michelle) Rivera Bogaoan, and Michele (Ronald) Guia; cheris...

Talivaldis “Tom” Garoza, Vietnam War Army Veteran. Beloved husband of Darlene J. nee Siegler. Loving father of Stephan R...
02/09/2026

Talivaldis “Tom” Garoza, Vietnam War Army Veteran. Beloved husband of Darlene J. nee Siegler. Loving father of Stephan R. Garoza and Dr. Nicole J. (Armando) Medina. Cherished PAPA of Nathanial (Fiancée Audrey), Ricardo (Bella)Medina, Nakai Medina, Araceli Medina, Armando, Jr. and Emmanuel. Dearest b...

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7710 S Cass Avenue
Darien, IL
60561

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 9pm
Tuesday 9am - 9pm
Wednesday 9am - 9pm
Thursday 9am - 9pm
Friday 9am - 9pm
Saturday 9am - 9pm
Sunday 9am - 9pm

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