The Gibbons Family treated us like family.

“When my dad passed away, I called Marya Gibbons at 11 at night. In less than an hour, a gentleman arrived and treated my father and us with such respect, such class, such dignity. He treated my dad like he was taking care of his own father,” said Steve Engebretson. He gently added that everything that followed was just as respectful, just as dignified and just like family. They just made everything so much easier.”

 

When you lose a loved one, the world can seem upside down and it’s hard to figure out what to do first when there’s suddenly so much to do in so short of a time. The Gibbons family is there to take care of everything that must be done so you can do what’s most important; comfort your family and friends and have your opportunity to grieve and celebrate the life of you loved one. Our family knows exactly what your family needs, and we’ll be there for you anytime, day or night, every day of the year. We promise.

 

Contact us at 630-832-0018 or www.gibbonsfuneralhome.com for at-need services, pre-planning or any question or concern you may have. We’re ready to help.

 

Whenever our family can assist yours.

 

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Pre-planning can be an investment strategy that removes many burdens.

 

 

Robert Spahn is a Financial Advisor. As part of his advisory services he has seen the increase in peoplepre-planning and even pre-funding their funeral services as part of their financial planning strategy. It eases a burden on the family, in terms of a loved one making choices for themselves and having them available at the time of their passing. In cases where pre-funding has occurred, it has also acted as a measure against inflation. Nationally, the cost of funeral arrangements is reported to be doubling over the course of 12 years. At Gibbons, the funeral home arrangements cost is honored at the time the pre-funding occurs. That policy is held independently by a separate insurance entity. If a family has moved, the pre-planning funding policy can be transferred to another funeral home.

 

People have always been a bit uncomfortable discussing life insurance, wills or funeral planning. “As a financial planner, I highly recommend that people address these concerns when they’re younger” says Mr. Spahn.

 

Whether you have pre-planned, would be interested in pre-planning or you have an at-need circumstance, the Gibbons Family is here to serve your family. If you have any questions about pre-planning or any aspect of funeral arrangements, please contact us with no obligation, at 630-832-0018 or www.gibbonsfuneralhome.com

 

We’re here 24 hours a day/7 days a week. Whenever our family can assist yours.

 

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Gibbons Funeral Home, Elmhurst Funeral Services Personal Care

 

Ten of us came to make final arrangements for mom and dad.

Patience. Kindness. It was personal. They made it much easier and more special to say our good byes. We all had requests and she listened to and accommodated all of them. Those are the sentiments of Maureen Engebretson about how Marya Gibbons took care of her family for both parents of her husband.

Listening is the most important skill to have when a family, large or small experiences a loss. At Gibbons Funeral Home, listening is something we do.

For at-need or pre-arrangements, feel free to contact us. We’ll listen! 630-832-0018 or www.gibbonsfuneralhome.com

 

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Wills are an important aid in planning funeral services.

 

 

“A testator who prepares a will can attest up front what the preferences are for end of life issues including funeral arrangements and disposition”, says Joe Robinson an attorney specializing in Family Law. A will is an excellent vehicle, in some ways better than a trust, when discerning the desires of your loved one. Since honoring the wishes of loved ones is of paramount importance to families, the Gibbons Family will work closely with families to make sure that all of the concerns are met when making arrangements.

 

For pre-planning or at-need services, feel free to call us with no obligation on your part. We’re here 24/7 to help with questions or any need for service that may arise. Contact us at 630-832-0018

or www.gibbonsfuneralhome.com

 

To reach out to the Gibbons Family:

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Making pre-arrangements at home with Marya.

 

 

My mom met with Marya Gibbons at her home.

“We didn’t have to wonder. We knew what our mom wanted. It was a brave thing that she did that made it very easy for us” are the words Kate Zable uses to describe her mom’s decision to ask Marya to come to her home to discuss her funeral arrangements. Mrs. Zable has known Marya for Marya’s entire life. That made it a little more comfortable for her to meet in advance to make all of her own choices and remove any doubt as to what see wanted. To Kate, “this was definitely a gift to us”.

If you have any questions about pre-planning or at need services, the Gibbons Family is on call any time of day or night. 630-832-0018 or www.gibbonsfuneralhome.com

For at-need services, pre-planning or any questions you may have, feel free to make a no obligation contact with the Gibbons Family at 630-832-0018 or visit www.gibbonsfuneralhome.com

 

To reach out to the Gibbons Family:

Website: http://www.gibbonsfuneralhome.com/

Blog: https://gibbonsfuneral.wordpress.com/

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The Benefits of Establishing a Trust

Joe Robinson, an Estate Planning Attorney provides perspective on some of the benefits of creating a trust, which is often used as a suitable substitute for a will. There are important elements of this process to ensure that survivors are benefiting from the foresight of the trust instrument and the trust is indeed offering clarity of direction from the loved one regarding their final wishes. Every situation varies, so when choosing a trust or any vehicle to instruct on your funeral arrangements, seeking the advice of a trusted adviser is always helpful.

For at-need services, pre-planning or any questions you may have, feel free to make a no obligation contact with the Gibbons Family at 630-832-0018 or visit www.gibbonsfuneralhome.com

 

To reach out to the Gibbons Family:

Website: http://www.gibbonsfuneralhome.com/

Blog: https://gibbonsfuneral.wordpress.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gibbonsfuneralhome

Twitter: https://twitter.com/gibbonsfuneral