Eileen Baldeshwiler
Funeral Director/Embalmer
Eileen Baldeshwiler, originally of Lansing, Illinois, obtained her degree in Mortuary Science from Malcolm X College in 2012. Eileen began her studies at Western Illinois University in Macomb where she completed a bachelor's degree in broadcasting. Though an interesting career, it did not satisfy her desire to share her compassionate and caring nature. In search of a career that was more fulfilling, Eileen went on to be a patient services coordinator at a rehabilitation and holistic veterinary practice. This was a natural fit for Eileen because of her love of animals but still left her in search of something more.
This passion to care for others in a time of need and her gentle nature is what has brought Eileen to funeral care. Eileen strives to provide compassionate and professional care for every family she is entrusted to serve. She has had the joy and experience of working along senior directors from around Chicago and its suburbs. Working with these women and men has given her invaluable insight on how to serve families with compassion and flexibility.
Eileen is a member of the Illinois Funeral Directors Association, the National Funeral Director Association, and the Cremation Association of North America. In her free time, she enjoys attending concerts, barre work outs, watching movies, and spending time with her family.
Eileen Baldeshwiler
Funeral Director/Embalmer
Eileen Baldeshwiler, originally of Lansing, Illinois, obtained her degree in Mortuary Science from Malcolm X College in 2012. Eileen began her studies at Western Illinois University in Macomb where she completed a bachelor's degree in broadcasting. Though an interesting career, it did not satisfy her desire to share her compassionate and caring nature. In search of a career that was more fulfilling, Eileen went on to be a patient services coordinator at a rehabilitation and holistic veterinary practice. This was a natural fit for Eileen because of her love of animals but still left her in search of something more.
This passion to care for others in a time of need and her gentle nature is what has brought Eileen to funeral care. Eileen strives to provide compassionate and professional care for every family she is entrusted to serve. She has had the joy and experience of working along senior directors from around Chicago and its suburbs. Working with these women and men has given her invaluable insight on how to serve families with compassion and flexibility.
Eileen is a member of the Illinois Funeral Directors Association, the National Funeral Director Association, and the Cremation Association of North America. In her free time, she enjoys attending concerts, barre work outs, watching movies, and spending time with her family.
Eugene W. Cha
Funeral Director/Embalmer
Hello my name is Eugene...I am here to assist you. Graduated Loyola Academy, Wilmette 1992 Graduated St. Norbert College, BA in Communications, Green Bay, Wisconsin 1996 Graduated Worsham School of Mortuary Science Wheeling, 1997 Licensed Funeral Director/Embalmer since 1997 Preneed Insurance License since 2003
Eugene W. Cha
Funeral Director/Embalmer
Hello my name is Eugene...I am here to assist you. Graduated Loyola Academy, Wilmette 1992 Graduated St. Norbert College, BA in Communications, Green Bay, Wisconsin 1996 Graduated Worsham School of Mortuary Science Wheeling, 1997 Licensed Funeral Director/Embalmer since 1997 Preneed Insurance License since 2003
Karen L. Christensen
Funeral Director/Embalmer
Karen L. Chistensen has attended Loyola University and Worsham College of Mortuary College. She has been a licensed funeral director and embalmer for the past 18 years. Karen has been a member of the Funeral Directors Association and served as a chairperson on both the education and nominating commitees.With her extensive training in occupational Safety and Health Administration she became an instructor for various training programs. During her travels she audited various funeral homes,cemetery and crematories for F.T.C and O.S.H.A violations. Karen takes great pride in her work as an experienced director, she has arranged many diversified funeral services. Karen is the proud mother of three children ages 18,16 and 14. She enjoys tennis, running and driving her husband crazy.
Karen L. Christensen
Funeral Director/Embalmer
Karen L. Chistensen has attended Loyola University and Worsham College of Mortuary College. She has been a licensed funeral director and embalmer for the past 18 years. Karen has been a member of the Funeral Directors Association and served as a chairperson on both the education and nominating commitees.With her extensive training in occupational Safety and Health Administration she became an instructor for various training programs. During her travels she audited various funeral homes,cemetery and crematories for F.T.C and O.S.H.A violations. Karen takes great pride in her work as an experienced director, she has arranged many diversified funeral services. Karen is the proud mother of three children ages 18,16 and 14. She enjoys tennis, running and driving her husband crazy.
Michael J. Rominski
Funeral Director/Embalmer
Michael is a dedicated funeral director and embalmer who began his career at the Kolbus-John V. May Funeral Home in February 1997. Over the years, he has developed a strong commitment to serving families with compassion, professionalism, and respect. His career reflects a deep appreciation for the traditions of the Kolbus family and the important role the funeral home plays in supporting the community.
Michael’s journey into the funeral profession began with his education in mortuary science at Worsham College of Mortuary Science. Following his studies, he completed his apprenticeship at Kolbus-John V. May Funeral Home, where he worked alongside experienced funeral directors Rod Erickson, Howard Switalla, and Jerry Ringa. Their mentorship and dedication to the profession helped shape Michael’s approach to funeral service and instilled in him the importance of providing thoughtful and compassionate care to every family.
Through years of experience, Michael has continued to refine his skills while remaining committed to the values and traditions that the Kolbus family built the funeral home upon. He understands the importance of guiding families through one of the most difficult times in their lives and strives to provide comfort, professionalism, and attention to detail in every service he helps arrange.
For Michael, Kolbus-John V. May Funeral Home represents more than a place of work. It is a place where tradition, trust, and service come together to support families with dignity and care. Guided by the mentorship he received early in his career and the longstanding reputation of the funeral home, Michael continues to serve the community with dedication, compassion, and integrity.
Michael J. Rominski
Funeral Director/Embalmer
Michael is a dedicated funeral director and embalmer who began his career at the Kolbus-John V. May Funeral Home in February 1997. Over the years, he has developed a strong commitment to serving families with compassion, professionalism, and respect. His career reflects a deep appreciation for the traditions of the Kolbus family and the important role the funeral home plays in supporting the community.
Michael’s journey into the funeral profession began with his education in mortuary science at Worsham College of Mortuary Science. Following his studies, he completed his apprenticeship at Kolbus-John V. May Funeral Home, where he worked alongside experienced funeral directors Rod Erickson, Howard Switalla, and Jerry Ringa. Their mentorship and dedication to the profession helped shape Michael’s approach to funeral service and instilled in him the importance of providing thoughtful and compassionate care to every family.
Through years of experience, Michael has continued to refine his skills while remaining committed to the values and traditions that the Kolbus family built the funeral home upon. He understands the importance of guiding families through one of the most difficult times in their lives and strives to provide comfort, professionalism, and attention to detail in every service he helps arrange.
For Michael, Kolbus-John V. May Funeral Home represents more than a place of work. It is a place where tradition, trust, and service come together to support families with dignity and care. Guided by the mentorship he received early in his career and the longstanding reputation of the funeral home, Michael continues to serve the community with dedication, compassion, and integrity.
Miles Fogle
Funeral Director/Embalmer
Miles A. Fogle has attended Taylor University as well as Worsham College of Mortuary Science, and has been a licensed Funeral Director/Embalmer since January 2022. Miles has always had a passion for helping others and has always been able to strike up a conversation with anyone he meets. After observing his brother enter into the funeral service profession and become licensed in 2015, Miles realized his people skills would be a great fit and drove him to go back to school and make a career change which took steadfastness and patience. Miles graduated Worsham with honors in September, 2020 and went on to complete his apprenticeship in Wheaton. He has been with Kolbus-John V. May Funeral Home since October, 2022. Miles is a member of the Illinois Funeral Directors Association, National Funeral Directors Association, and the Cremation Association of North America.
Miles lives in Glendale Heights with his wife, Jamie, son, Lincoln, and daughter, June. In his free time Miles enjoys working on projects around the house, camping, golfing and fishing.
Miles Fogle
Funeral Director/Embalmer
Miles A. Fogle has attended Taylor University as well as Worsham College of Mortuary Science, and has been a licensed Funeral Director/Embalmer since January 2022. Miles has always had a passion for helping others and has always been able to strike up a conversation with anyone he meets. After observing his brother enter into the funeral service profession and become licensed in 2015, Miles realized his people skills would be a great fit and drove him to go back to school and make a career change which took steadfastness and patience. Miles graduated Worsham with honors in September, 2020 and went on to complete his apprenticeship in Wheaton. He has been with Kolbus-John V. May Funeral Home since October, 2022. Miles is a member of the Illinois Funeral Directors Association, National Funeral Directors Association, and the Cremation Association of North America.
Miles lives in Glendale Heights with his wife, Jamie, son, Lincoln, and daughter, June. In his free time Miles enjoys working on projects around the house, camping, golfing and fishing.
Tracy Ronstadt
Manager/Administrator
Tracy joins our Nelson family after a 16-year career as a Registered Nurse. She is a graduate of the University of Illinois-Chicago and Ravenswood Hospital School of Nursing. Tracy spent many years as a night-shift Emergency Room nurse, followed by specializing in Family & Internal Medicine, Dermatology & Phlebology. Her experience in healthcare provides a very empathetic approach when working with families in need. Tracy is proud to still be of service to the community and continues to maintain her RN licensure.
In her spare time, Tracy enjoys cooking, gardening, sewing and ballroom dancing. She resides on Chicago's northwest side with her husband David and their four rescue dogs.
Tracy Ronstadt
Manager/Administrator
Tracy joins our Nelson family after a 16-year career as a Registered Nurse. She is a graduate of the University of Illinois-Chicago and Ravenswood Hospital School of Nursing. Tracy spent many years as a night-shift Emergency Room nurse, followed by specializing in Family & Internal Medicine, Dermatology & Phlebology. Her experience in healthcare provides a very empathetic approach when working with families in need. Tracy is proud to still be of service to the community and continues to maintain her RN licensure.
In her spare time, Tracy enjoys cooking, gardening, sewing and ballroom dancing. She resides on Chicago's northwest side with her husband David and their four rescue dogs.
