Oak Forest's McKenzie Funeral Home To Close After Nearly 70 Years

OAK FOREST, IL — A longstanding business in Oak Forest will close its doors after nearly 70 years of serving the community, its owners announced thursday.

McKenzie Funeral Home,15618 S. Cicero Ave., said Thursday that it will close, effective Oct. 31.

"Since 1957, McKenzie Funeral Home has proudly and graciously served the Oak Forest community and surrounding areas," the owners shared on social media. "For nearly seven decades, it has been our honor and privilege to walk alongside families during some of the most difficult and meaningful moments of their lives. We have been blessed to serve generations of families, share in their memories, and become a part of this wonderful community."

The family has decided "with very heavy hearts" to retire and close the business' doors.

"This decision was not made lightly, as this funeral home has been so much more than a business to us," they wrote. "It has been our family’s livelihood, our passion, and a commitment to serving others that has spanned generations."

The owners thanked "every family who has entrusted us with the care of their loved ones, to the friends who have supported us throughout the years, and to the Oak Forest community and surrounding areas that have stood by us since the beginning.

"Your trust, kindness, loyalty, and friendship have meant more to us than words can adequately express," they shared. "You have allowed us to be part of your lives, and for that, we will always be grateful."

The owners said they will now step away from the business and "embrace the blessings that God and life still have to offer.

"After so many years of dedication to our work and the families we have served, we look forward to spending more time with our own family, enjoying life’s simple pleasures, making new memories, and appreciating the time God has given us."

While closing our doors brings sadness, we do so with hearts full of gratitude for the many years we have been fortunate enough to serve this community. The memories, friendships, and relationships we have built since 1957 will forever hold a special place in our hearts.

From the bottom of our hearts, thank you, Oak Forest, and thank you to every family who has allowed McKenzie Funeral Home to be part of their story. It has truly been our honor to serve you. We will always cherish the years we have spent together, and we pray that God continues to bless you and your families for many years to come.

The McKenzie Family