Funerals


Not all Jews are members of synagogues, but when there is a death, a rabbi needs to be quickly found to officiate. If you are Jewish, then there should be no problem in being buried in a Jewish cemetery. If you are not Jewish, then many Jewish cemeteries will not allow you to be buried within their grounds, even if you were married to a Jewish partner. From a traditional point of view, cremations are not encouraged. None the less, many people wish to be cremated. Many Holocaust survivors and mixed-faith couples opt for cremations. However, this may be hard on children and a surviving spouse. It is possible to be buried (along with a reserved plot for a partner,) in municipal, or privately owned grounds. If you have not already done so, it is advisable to draw up a will, with the aid of your legal advisor and to leave clear instructions.