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.

Susan Atkinson, a beloved mother, aunt, and friend, passed away peacefully on November 29, 2025, at the age of 74. Born ...
12/01/2025

Susan Atkinson, a beloved mother, aunt, and friend, passed away peacefully on November 29, 2025, at the age of 74. Born on March 28, 1951, in Chicago, Illinois, Susan brought warmth and joy to everyone who had the privilege of knowing her.

She was the cherished daughter of Warren Reilly and ...

Marjorie Ann Kramer, age 75, beloved wife of Earl “Bobby”; devoted daughter of the late Anthony and Margaret Vettese; lo...
11/30/2025

Marjorie Ann Kramer, age 75, beloved wife of Earl “Bobby”; devoted daughter of the late Anthony and Margaret Vettese; loving daughter-in-law of the late Earl and Dolores Kramer; cherished sister of Donna (Edward) Murphy, Phyllis (Edward) Pacilli, and Rose Fleming; dear sister-in-law of Rick (Mariann...

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Corinne "Cor" T. Peterson, who left us peacefully on November 25...
11/29/2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Corinne "Cor" T. Peterson, who left us peacefully on November 25, 2025, at the age of 88. Cor was the beloved wife of the late Thomas Peterson and a cherished sister to Janet Dubick and the late Laurae Kessler. She was a loving aunt to Susan (M...

Anthony Joseph Gorski, 70 of Downers Grove, passed away surrounded by loved ones on November 18th, 2025.Anthony was a de...
11/28/2025

Anthony Joseph Gorski, 70 of Downers Grove, passed away surrounded by loved ones on November 18th, 2025.

Anthony was a devoted father whose greatest joy in life came from his children and granddaughter. He leaves behind his three daughters Elena Gorski, Jessica Gorski, and Katrina Gorski; hi...

11/27/2025
Henry John Schmidt, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on November 25, ...
11/27/2025

Henry John Schmidt, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on November 25, 2025, at the age of 70. Born on June 15, 1955, in Berwyn, Illinois, Henry was a man of many passions and was deeply cherished by all who had the privilege of knowing him.

H...

Albert W. Lee, age 86, beloved husband of Valerie Lee; loving father of Peter (Karen) Lee, Robert (Laura) Lee, Laura (Ha...
11/26/2025

Albert W. Lee, age 86, beloved husband of Valerie Lee; loving father of Peter (Karen) Lee, Robert (Laura) Lee, Laura (Harry) Seibert, Greg (Beth) Lee; cherished grandfather of Amy (Daniel) Haws, Timothy Lee, Melissa (Chad) O’Farrell, Robbie Lee, Jessica (Chris) Kayler, Addison Odum, Ben (Kate) Odum,...

Vivian Charlotte Kilzer (nee Allison) died Nov. 24 at the age of 96 in Lisle, IL.She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmo...
11/26/2025

Vivian Charlotte Kilzer (nee Allison) died Nov. 24 at the age of 96 in Lisle, IL.

She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She was a devoted Catholic and served the church as a cantor for many years. As a young teen and woman, she served the church as a nun.
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Catherine “Cathy” L. Leland, nee Stoll, passed away on November 23, 2025 at the age of 78. Beloved wife of Richard Lelan...
11/24/2025

Catherine “Cathy” L. Leland, nee Stoll, passed away on November 23, 2025 at the age of 78. Beloved wife of Richard Leland; loving mother of Melissa (Joseph) Tortorich; cherished grandmother of Luke and Daniel Tortorich; preceded in death by her parents Adam and Evelyn Stoll. Cathy graduated from Sou...

Joseph (Joe) Walter Kroenert, devoted husband, loving father, and lifelong teacher, passed away on November 20th, 2025, ...
11/21/2025

Joseph (Joe) Walter Kroenert, devoted husband, loving father, and lifelong teacher, passed away on November 20th, 2025, at the age of 94. He was born in Chicago on June 3rd, 1931 to Walter and Anna Kroenert.

Joe grew up in the West Beverly neighborhood of Chicago. He received a Bachelor’s in...

11/20/2025
Norma passed away peacefully on October 7, 2025, at the age of 83. She was a loving, giving person and will be missed by...
11/20/2025

Norma passed away peacefully on October 7, 2025, at the age of 83. She was a loving, giving person and will be missed by many. Norma was the wife of the late Robert Pelling, and is survived by loving family members, Maria (J.C.) Lippert, Peter (Rita) Kerr, Patrick (Susan) Pelling, Daniel (Cathleen) ...

Address

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

Telephone

+16308523595

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