History
Maxim Muzyka came to America from Ukraine in 1890. After one year of working hard to create a new life for himself and his family, he returned to Europe to bring his children back with him. Young Basil began to work for Pullman Coaches as an upholsterer and noticed funeral directors taking advantage of the immigrants. Inspired to make a difference, he decided to go to Mortuary College in 1913. Two years later he opened his first funeral home at 2157 W. Chicago Avenue in the neighborhood still known as Ukrainian Village. His sister Marie became a funeral director as well. In 1947, Basil's son Danny joined the family business, got married, and had 4 children. His daughter Margaret Muzyka continues to manage the funeral home on Chicago Avenue. Basil Michael Muzyka manages the second location at 5776 W. Lawrence Avenue, formerly Kowachek Funeral Home. They proudly continue their family values-based service with the utmost dignity and respect for the wishes of the families they serve.
Specialties
Muzyka & Son Funeral Home offers unique opportunities for families to create healing moments after loss. Our experience, coupled with our perspective on the importance of ceremony, will help you discover ways to pay tribute. Whether traditional or unique, these tributes allow us to love, laugh, and live well again. Serving the Jefferson Park/Portage Park and surrounding area for nearly 100 years! We specialize in traditional and non-traditional funeral services, direct burial/cremation, memorial services, pre-arrangements, pre-paid funerals, and international services to return your loved one to their home country. 24 hour availability.