Serving the Jewish Community for Over 60 Years

Looking for a Jewish funeral home in Orange County? Mount Sinai Memorial Parks and Mortuaries is both a Jewish funeral home and a dedicated Jewish cemetery that has been serving the Southern California Jewish community for over 60 years. We offer a brand new Taharah room and our own dedicated Chevra Kadisha, under rabbinic supervision.

We are here to guide you through every step of planning a Jewish funeral and burial by giving you peace of mind and comfort during your time of need. We are onsite to assist you 24 hours each day, from transporting and caring for your loved one, to working with you to make all the service arrangements as well as transporting your loved one to the location of their burial. Give us a call today at 323-469-6000 for more information.

Expert Jewish Funeral Services

When preparing funeral services for someone you love, it’s important to bring family and cultural traditions to these services. If you carry Jewish traditions through generations, choosing a Jewish funeral home is the best decision. Our team at Mount Sinai Memorial Parks and Mortuaries is here to help with every aspect of Jewish funeral planning.

We are experts in the funeral home industry and work with many families from Jewish backgrounds. We understand and respect the practices and traditions associated with Jewish customs. Schedule a consultation with one of our knowledgeable Advisors to discuss your preferences and traditions.

Common Jewish Funeral Traditions

When you choose Jewish funeral services, you are preparing an event and burial for your loved one with specific traditions and cultural influences related to your family heritage. Of course, some of these funeral practices are similar to what you see at other types of funerals. But certain elements are unique to the Jewish culture.

Additionally, you might notice nuances in the traditions since practices can vary from community to community. Both Jewish traditions and local laws are elements that will influence the type of practices incorporated in a Jewish funeral. Here is an overview of some of the most common elements included in Jewish funeral traditions:

• Service Location: The standard practice is to hold the funeral service at the cemetery – the location of burial. But some families like to have a service at a funeral home or synagogue. Then a procession moves to the cemetery, where a graveside gathering happens.
• Burial Timeline: Traditionally, Jewish burial should happen within 24 hours after death. So, there is a very short timeline to finalize the details and lay a loved one to rest. But modern practices allow for a little more flexibility in the timeline. For example, the funeral might be delayed by a few days if family and friends need time to travel to the funeral location. Also, funerals aren’t scheduled on Shabbat or Jewish holidays.
• Casket Materials: Jewish tradition requires that the casket is simple and made of wood only. No other materials are used in the construction because they avoid materials unnatural to the earth. These kosher caskets don’t have ornate decorations. Also, most services have a closed casket, and embalming is not encouraged.
• Burial Participation: It is believed that people need help finding the final resting place when they pass away. So, the procession of family and friends is designed to help the deceased rest in peace. Traditionally, funeral attendees throw handfuls of dirt onto the casket as an act of service and love.
• Jewish Mourners: Certain family members are “official” mourners, including the spouse, children, parents, and siblings. There are specific roles and responsibilities these people follow during the mourning period. Other friends and family offer comfort and support to the mourners in the weeks and months after the funeral.

These are just a few of the practices and traditions – many other elements might be included in the services. You are welcome to talk to our team at Mount Sinai Memorial Parks and Mortuaries to learn more about the services available from.

Choose a Dedicated Jewish Funeral Home

Mount Sinai Memorial Parks and Mortuaries specializes in Jewish funerals, adhering to strict practices and respecting heritage traditions. We ensure these traditions are honored, offering a commemorative and respectful service for the deceased and their family.

Rest assured, we are experienced with Jewish practices and customs. Our streamlined systems integrate these details into each event, making it convenient and straightforward to plan services for your loved one.

When you are ready to get started, reach out to us at (323) 469-6000 for immediate assistance.