Who We Are
We have years of experience caring for families, from all walks of life. Each family comes to us because they know we are leaders in our profession, dedicated to excellence in service, and have the highest integrity.
When we sit down with a family, we have just one goal: to create a fitting, memorable and affordable service for their loved one. Together, we explore the wide variety of services and products available, as well as a wealth of creative ideas and suggestions.
Together, we'll design a memorial or funeral service that suits their needs now, and in the future. Families who come to us know that years from now, they will have deep peace-of-mind because in coming to us, they've done their best to honor their loved one.
Our History
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Our Valued Staff
Stephen C. Dawson, President
Stephen Dawson earned his high school diploma from the East Leyden High School in 1977. He further pursued his studies at Bradley University in Peoria, IL and graduated with a B.A. degree in Speech Communications and Theatre Arts. He also attended the Players Workshop of Second City to learn the art of improvisation. To prepare for the family business, Stephen attended the Worsham College of Mortuary in 1982 to get an Associate Degree in Mortuary Science. He also holds a certificate from the Cremation Association of North America (CANA), Illinois Crematory Operators Certification Program, and is certified through the Green Burial Council.
Stephen now owns and manages the family funeral home together with his wife Tammi. Stephen has been the past president in the Funeral Directors Services Association of Greater Chicago and St. Paul’s United Church of Christ Church Council; former secretary of the Illinois Funeral Directors Association. He is currently the Secretary of School District 84 school board of Franklin Park. Showing his love of sports, Stephen is a former Thunder soccer coach. He enjoys spending time with the family, is a certified scuba diver, a holds an A.S.A. sailing captains certificate. He also plays the keyboard for the musical group Looney Train.
William Sean Sweetman, Funeral Director, Embalmer and Certified Cremationist
Sean has been licensed as a Funeral Director and Embalmer since 1991. Born and raised in Chicago, Sean has been involved with funeral service with his father and uncle for many years.
Sean had attended Northeastern Illinois University in Chicago and also Worsham College of Mortuary Science in Wheeling, Illinois.
Sean is with the Funeral Directors Services Association of Greater Chicago as Secretary - Treasurer.
Sean married his high school sweetheart, Ellyn and they are the proud parents of 3.
He is also active with a co-rec softball league and many activities with his family.
Ms. Beth A. Stolte, Funeral Director, Embalmer, Certified Cremationist
