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BEIT CHAIM

MIKDASH SHALOM

TEMPLE SHALOM

CEMETERY

4000 Portage Avenue

Although death is a natural part of the human life cycle, it is a stressful time for a family. Temple Shalom, in partnership with Chapel Lawn Memorial Gardens, provides flexible options in keeping with the principles of Reform Judaism for members of the Jewish community and their families. We strive to help families by providing pre-planning, cemetery and funeral services which will assist them prior to and at the time of the death of a loved one.

We adhere to the Jewish principles of treating everyone with respect and dignity. We will attempt to honour the wishes of the deceased and the preferences of the family whenever possible. Our services are available to all members of the Jewish community regardless of their affiliation.

 

 

 

Cemetery Services:

We can provide for traditional burial in our cemetery section, Beit Chaim Mikdash Shalom, located within the Chapel Lawn Memorial Gardens (4000 Portage Avenue). For those who wish, we can help to arrange for cremation; remains can be buried in Mikdash Shalom. According to accepted Reform Jewish practice, all Jews and their spouses (whether or not they are Jewish) can be interred side-by-side in Mikdash Shalom. The staff at Chapel Lawn can make arrangements for transport of the deceased to the Funeral Home and preparation of the body for burial. They will also make provisions for the Registration of Death. Chapel Lawn can provide a choice of caskets. Based on Reform practice, the deceased can be buried in tachrichim (a traditional shroud) or street clothes; a tallit is appropriate if desired in either case.

Funeral and Memorial Services:

Temple Shalom provides funeral and memorial services in the Temple Sanctuary, in the Chapel at Chapel Lawn Memorial Gardens and graveside. Services are normally conducted by our cantor, Len Udow. Mr Udow will also officiate at unveilings. Services can be followed by a meal of consolation in either Temple Shalom’s social hall or at Chapel Lawn.

For Prearrangements or

When a Death Occurs Contact:

Terri Hlady at Chapel Lawn 982-8108

Temple Shalom Office 453-1625