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KAVOD’s Fall Meeting in Charlotte
Our Founder David I. Jacobson, was proud to represent Chicago Jewish Funerals at the KAVOD Fall meetup. KAVOD’s Fall Meeting in Charlotte brought members together for time to reconnect, share experiences, and learn from one another as colleagues in independent Jewish funeral service. Thank you to everyone who joined us and made...
Toldos: 5787
In Parshas Toldos, we encounter the powerful story of birth, birthright, and blessings passed from one generation to the next. Amid sibling rivalry, difficult choices, and the blessings of old age, we are reminded that the greatest inheritance is not measured in possessions, but in the values, traditions, and spirit...
Shabbat Shalom!
In Parshat Vayeira, Avraham welcomes three unexpected guests, not knowing at first that they are angels. He teaches us that every encounter is an opportunity to offer kindness, dignity, and a sense of belonging. We never quite know who has entered our tent — or how much our welcome might...
Grieving the Death of a Loved One: An Evening of Support
Wednesday, November 11, 2026 | 7:00-8:30pm CT | Zoom Join us for an evening of support featuring music, poetry, and reflections on healing. Together, we’ll explore the grieving process and hear a personal story of loss that offers insight and hope on the path toward healing. This program is especially meaningful for...
Shabbat Shalom
In Lech Lecha, Hashem asks Avraham to begin a journey into the unknown — leaving behind what is familiar to discover what lies ahead. Sometimes life takes us on journeys we never expected, and we learn that we don’t have to travel them alone. This Shabbos, Chicago Jewish Funerals wishes you...
We hope you’ll join us!
We’re so proud to sponsor Kavod v’Nichum’s Chicago Day of Learning on Sunday, October 25! It’s a day of learning, connection, and community, bringing people together from across Chicago and the Midwest to strengthen the ways Jewish communities care for one another. We hope you’ll join us! Learn more + register at...
The Empty Chair – Grief and Passover
Wednesday, March 25, 2026 | 7pm CDT The Empty Chair is a virtual workshop for those mourning the death of a loved one during Passover. Holidays can make a loved one’s absence, no matter how long they have been gone, feel especially present. Please join us for a meaningful text study, gentle...
Happy Chanukah!
Dear Friends, This Chanukah may the growing light of the menorah inspire us to bring warmth, kindness and hope into the world. Together, let’s illuminate the darkness and celebrate the miracles that surround us. Wishing you a joyous and bright Chanukah. Warmly, David I. Jacobson Founder, Chicago Jewish Funerals
Israeli Art Fair
Israeli artist are coming to visit! Come support Israeli artists and gallery owners who have traveled from Israel to display and sell their beautiful art, handmade jewelry, and Judaica. Despite these difficult times, these Israeli artist are so excited to be able to share an important part of Israeli...