Ridge Funeral Home

Full range of funeral services

Whether you wish to arrange for a traditional funeral service, are interested in a Life Well Celebrated® memorialization, plan to have a large gathering or would like a more intimate service, our expert associates work with you one-on-one to ensure your needs, wishes and budget are met. Our complete range of services, products and memorialization options are tailored to meet all of your requests and considerations. It is our promise to provide you with the utmost care and a customized celebration of life that is special and meaningful.

Planning ahead

At Ridge Funeral Home, we also recognize that funeral arrangements and associated expenses can be overwhelming. In addition to assisting during your immediate time of need, our funeral directors specialize in advanced planning and work with you to plan final arrangements. By preparing these details ahead of time, you provide a sense of relief, peace of mind and comfort for your loved ones while ensuring your wishes are met to your specifications. We are here to discuss your funeral, cremation and cemetery options should you wish to do so in advance.

Let us serve you

As a proud member of the Dignity Memorial® network of funeral, cremation and cemetery service providers, all of our services are designed to help you through one of the most personal and challenging stages of life. We understand that losing a loved one is an emotional and difficult experience, and are committed to providing compassionate care and professional, personal service.

Please contact our funeral home if you need immediate assistance, wish to tour our facility or would like more information about our products and services. We look forward to serving you.

History

Ridge Funeral Home is located at 6620 West Archer Avenue on the south side of Chicago, and was originally established in 1940 by Florian Ciesla and his father on 18th and Cullerton in Chicago. They moved to the Garfield Ridge neighborhood in 1962 and built the current Ridge Funeral Home.

In 1972, Florian Ciesla retired. In 1995, Edward Tylka became the manager and has since operated Ridge Funeral Home which proudly serves Garfield Ridge and surrounding communities.