Cemetery
Congregation Beth Jacob owns burial plots in two cemeteries:
* Crestlawn Memorial Park
* Greenwood Memorial Park
FUNERAL HOMES
Dressler’s Jewish Funeral Care
3734 Chamblee Dunwoody Road
770-451-4999
H.M. Patterson & Son Arlington Chapel
Greenlawn Jewish Funeral Services at Arlington Chapel
173 Allen Road
404-876-4311
SouthCare Funeral Home
595 Franklin Road
770-427-9292
CEMETARY GUARDIANS
The Beth Jacob Cemetery Guardians are entrusted with ensuring proper care and maintenance of the Congregation’s cemeteries and cemetery sections. In addition to the day-to-day care and maintenance, the Cemetery Guardians often execute beatification and improvement projects.
CHEVRA KADISHA
Preparation of the deceased for burial is entrusted to the Chevra Kadisha. Throughout Jewish history, serving on the Chevra Kadisha has been a great honor. These men and women, selected for their character, integrity and personal devotion, are volunteers who are specially trained to perform a taharah, preparation of the body for burial. Working in teams, these men or women, depending on the gender of the deceased, are always on call to fulfill their duties. Entrusting preparation to the Chevra Kadisha insures the highest level of sensitivity and dignity in conformity with Jewish law and custom. If you would like to volunteer with the Chevra Kadisha, contact Dr. Thomas or Judy Spira. 404-636-5010.