Remains of 56 People Found Improperly Stored at Chicago Funeral Home; Director’s License Suspended
In Chicago, the remains of 56 people were discovered decomposing and improperly stored at the South Chicago Chapel funeral home. State officials suspended the license of one director due to the deplorable conditions, including unrefrigerated storage and pest infestation. This…
Detroit, MI, August 7, 2026 —
CHICAGO – Authorities discovered the remains of 56 individuals decomposing and improperly stored at the South Chicago Chapel funeral home, state officials announced. The dire conditions found at the establishment led to the suspension of one director’s license.
The discovery followed months of complaints from local residents regarding a persistent foul odor emanating from the funeral home. Upon investigation, officials found deplorable conditions, including the improper storage of bodies in unrefrigerated areas and evidence of pest infestation.
In response to the findings, state officials have suspended the license of one director associated with the South Chicago Chapel. The owners of the establishment, identified as Johanna and Clark Morgan, have a prior history of operating a crematory that was also shut down due to allegations of mishandling human remains.
Investigations into the circumstances surrounding the improper storage of the deceased are ongoing. Efforts are also underway to identify the individuals whose remains were discovered.
The specific details regarding the timeline of the improper storage and the exact nature of the pest infestation were not immediately available. The contractor’s name was also not provided.
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