A Warning to Cook County: The Betrayal of My Boyfriend’s Dignity

Hello. I am writing this because I cannot stay silent while a local business, McKenzie Funeral Home in Oak Forest IL, treats my loved one like they don’t matter. Last year, my boyfriend of almost 9 years, Bob, passed away. What followed was a nightmare that no one should ever have to experience.

​The funeral home involved showed a level of negligence that is currently being investigated by the State of Illinois, specifically the IDFPR (Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation). Despite being called and notified, they left Bob dead in a chair in our home for over 8 hours when he died in January of 2025. For more than 8 hours, I had to beg for help while they showed absolutely no urgency or respect for his body.

​What makes this situation even more horrifying is that a family member who was actually there and saw this happen firsthand recently posted a 5-star review for this business, which he then deleted in disgrace. It is a dishonest review designed to run cover for a business being investigated for criminal negligence.

​Our entire family is completely disgusted and we all stand together in disagreement with his and the Funeral Home's actions. We believe his choice to defend this place is a betrayal of Bob’s memory.

​I have already reached out to the state and local news (CBS 2 and others) to ensure there is accountability. If you are looking for a place to trust with your loved ones, please look elsewhere. No one should have to spend their final moments of goodbye fighting for a shred of human dignity.

​#JusticeForBob #CookCounty #Illinois #FuneralHomeNegligence