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Monday, 28 October 2013

Jewish Cemeteries In New Jersey

By Rachael Gutierrez


Losing someone you love is always difficult. Knowing what to do can be quite a challenge. Determining which Jewish cemeteries in New Jersey to turn to, can be quite a challenge. Fortunately, there are several options. Here is information about the many decisions that must be made in order to best choose what will fit your needs.

Request itemized lists when getting quotes from different providers. Ask specific questions to find out what is included in their packages. Ask if the memorial and graveside services are all inclusive, or if the synagogue or chapel is included. If not, request a list of what services are included and how much additional services will cost.

If your loved one practiced more non-traditional beliefs, you should examine a more non-traditional service. If he practiced more traditional beliefs, you should consider a more traditional service. If he was conservative, reformed or orthodox in his beliefs, you might incorporate that into the service. Make sure that his customs are taken into consideration. If you do not have one, many cemeteries will offer the provision of a Rabbi.

The loss of someone you love is painful enough, but when it is unexpected and they are out of town, the process of bringing them back to New Jersey can be frustrating. Speak with the funeral directors regarding arrangements to bring them home. Many times, they will make the arrangements with the other funeral home so that you will not have to deal with both of them.

Most funeral homes will offer your choice of burial, entombment or cremation. Also important to consider are gravestones, markers and monuments. When making those considerations it is important for you to keep shape, size, color, quality and design in mind.

If your loved one was someone who often donated to charitable organizations, you may want to ask people to make donations to his favorite charities. You can always speak with the funeral director for guidance regarding specific charities. You may also request that they provide you with a list of charities, if you are unsure.

In New Jersey, if a final disposition takes place within 48 hours it is not required to have the body embalmed. It is required by law if the final disposition has not taken place within that amount of time. It is imperative to make prompt arrangements if you wish for the final disposition to occur within the first 48 hours.

Keep in mind that many friends and family members have dealt with the loss of a loved one. Listening to the experiences of friends and family may assist you in making your final decisions. Many times they will share with you their experiences. Do not hesitate to ask them for recommendations or for their disapproval of any providers.

Some people choose preplanning services in order to make their passing less painful for their loved ones. They choose and pay for the services and rabbi they want, based on their customs and beliefs. This allows them to choose whether they want to be buried, entombed or cremated, thus eliminating those difficult decisions from the people they love.

During this time, you may have to show some resolve. Take time and research the options that are available to you. Ask specific questions. Visit several Jewish cemeteries in New Jersey to see what they offer. Respect the person your loved one was. Base your decisions on what they would want, and what you can afford.




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