Peterson-Bassi Chapels

Peterson-Bassi Chapels, located at 6938 West North Avenue in Chicago, Illinois, has been a trusted provider of compassionate funeral and cremation services since 1951. Serving the families of Melrose Park, Elmwood Park, Oak Park, River Forest, and the greater Chicago area, this family-oriented funeral home is dedicated to treating each family as its own, offering personalized and affordable services that honor the life stories of loved ones. As a full-service funeral home, Peterson-Bassi Chapels provides a comprehensive range of offerings, including burial services, cremation services, casket and coffin supply, and on-site chapel facilities. The facility is wheelchair accessible, ensuring that all guests can participate comfortably in services, and offers ample on-site parking with free parking lots, a free parking garage, and free street parking. The professional staff at Peterson-Bassi Chapels understands the emotional and logistical challenges that accompany the loss of a loved one. They are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week to guide families through every step of the funeral planning process, including the option to make arrangements over the phone for convenience and safety. The funeral home emphasizes the importance of pre-planning, allowing individuals to make detailed decisions that reflect their personal ideals and to lock in current costs, providing peace of mind and financial relief for future needs. In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Peterson-Bassi Chapels has proactively assisted families by offering remote funeral arrangements and providing information about FEMA's COVID-19 Funeral Assistance Program, which offers financial aid for eligible funeral expenses incurred after January 20, 2020. The funeral home also supports the community through grief resources, such as grief support guidance, and facilitates the sending of flowers to express condolences. Beyond traditional funeral services, Peterson-Bassi Chapels is committed to serving the diverse needs of the community, partnering with organizations like the Lions Clubs, Knights of Columbus, and the Funeral Directors Services Association of Chicago. The funeral home's website features an obituary section to honor and remember those who have passed, ensuring their legacies are preserved. With a perfect 5-star rating from 40 reviews on Google Maps, Peterson-Bassi Chapels has earned a reputation for professionalism, empathy, and dedicated service. Whether planning a traditional funeral, cremation, or pre-arrangement, families can rely on Peterson-Bassi Chapels for caring, respectful, and personalized support during life's most difficult moments.