John Hann Sr.
A lifelong resident of Burbank, John Sr. is a graduate of Reavis High School
(1956) and proudly served his country in the U.S. Marine Corps from 1956 to
1958. He and his wife, Sharon celebrated their 40th wedding anniversary in
2003. Together, they raised their three children, Brenda, John Jr. and Jennifer
in St. Albert the Great Parish. Sharon works as a nursing supervisor at Christ
Hospital in Oak Lawn. In their spare time, they enjoy spending time with their
six grandchildren.
John graduated from Worsham College of Mortuary
Science in 1967—coincidentally the same year
John Jr. was born!! Prior to opening Hann Funeral
Home, he worked as an associate at Furth Funeral
Home as well as an independent funeral director in
the Southwest Suburbs.
John takes great pride in working with his son and
serving Bridgeview and its surrounding communities.
John Hann Jr.
John Jr. graduated from St. Laurence High School in 1985. After working as
an orderly at Christ Hospital for almost nine years, he chose to follow in
his father’s footsteps. He graduated from Worsham College of Mortuary
Science in 1994.
He and his wife, Mary Jo, were married in 1996.
She is the Communications Manager for AtHome America
in Alsip. They have two beautiful children, Megan
(age 3) and Evan (one month). They currently live
above the funeral home with their Golden Retriever,
Bailey.
John is completely committed to bringing the latest
advances in service and technology to each family
the funeral home serves.
Business
Hann Funeral Home is proud of its affiliation in many organizations
related to funeral service. These associations provide valuable information,
continuing education and support to funeral directors as well as general information
to the public. Hann Funeral Home was also recognized as one of the Funeral
Service e-Business 200 in December, 2002.
Community
With its outstanding commitment to the education of our children through its
schools, library and park district along with extraordinary organizations and
a wonderful community center for our seniors, we are proud to call Bridgeview
our home. It is truly exciting to be part of such a vibrant and
active community. As proud members of St. Fabian Parish, the Hanns view
their church friends as extensions of the family. Their dedication to the parish
continues here with membership in many ministries, including: Finance Committee,
Parish Council, Carnival and Family Fest, Choir, Christ Renews His Parish,
Polish Ministry and Knights of Columbus.
Our Facility
About Hann Funeral Home
Family owned and operated for the past 10 years, the Hanns welcome families
of all faiths. With services available onsite as well as religious locations
of choice, the Hanns work with each family to ensure the services fit their
individual needs.
With an extensive internal remodel completed, the
building offers new carpeting, tile, furniture and
draperies as well as an expanded coffee room and
separate smoking area. Additionally, the arrangement
conference room combines comfort and technology.
Originally known as Southwest Funeral Home, the Hanns
changed the name in 1997 to reflect the updated image
of the interior and exterior.
