More than 50 bodies found decomposing inside Chicago funeral home after neighbors complained of 'stench'

Chicago authorities discovered over 50 improperly stored and decomposing bodies at South Chicago Chapel following months of complaints from residents about a foul odor. The funeral director’s license was suspended due to allegations of bodies being kept in unrefrigerated, rodent- and maggot-infested areas. Investigations are ongoing, with one woman confirming her mother’s body is among those needing identification and autopsy.

• Over 50 bodies found improperly stored and decomposing at South Chicago Chapel.
• Discovery followed months of neighbor complaints about a stench from the funeral home.
• State officials suspended the funeral director’s license due to deplorable conditions, including rodent and maggot infestations and lack of refrigeration.
• The funeral home was operated by a couple who previously ran a crematory shut down for mishandling remains.
• One woman’s mother’s funeral was held shortly before the discovery, and her body will require an autopsy and identification.