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Judaism teaches reverence for life and respect for our loved ones when they have passed on from this world. Through the religious services of our congregation and the burial grounds of the cemetery, Beth Shalom has always helped and enhanced expressions of tribute and respect for the names and memories of dear departed that have been taken from our midst. Generations of our members and the wider community of Pittsburgh and surrounding towns and communities have always turned to our spiritual leaders and congregational services for comfort at times of sorrow and for remembrance through seasons of renewal.
Flag Planting - Sunday, May 25, 2025
The 2025 American Flag placement for the graves of veterans within the Beth Shalom Cemetery will take place on Sunday, May 25, 2025. Every attempt is made to place a new flag at the grave of all deceased veterans. If we inadvertently miss the placing of a flag, there are additional flags available in the front room of the chapel office area or please contact the cemetery office at 412-421-2288, ext. 293, for placement. If a flag holder (standard) is missing or may need replaced, please contact the cemetery office.
Clarification on Cement Grave Liner/Vault Purchases
When purchasing a cement grave liner (vault) through the Beth Shalom Cemetery there is no additional charge for what is termed grass matting and lowering device. The cemetery owns the equipment necessary for burial and there has never been a separate charge for the use of the equipment.
When cement grave liners or vaults are purchased through a funeral home for burial in the Beth Shalom Cemetery the funeral home charges for the cement liner/vault, grass matting and lowering device on their Statement of Funeral Goods and Services Selected. These charges are not a charge from the Beth Shalom Cemetery and are not charges collected by the funeral home for the Beth Shalom Cemetery. These charges are incurred by the funeral home because they purchase the cement grave liner or vault through a Vault company and rent the necessary equipment (grass matting and lowering device) for burial.
The charge to purchase a cement grave liner (vault) through the Beth Shalom Cemetery is currently $1,000.00 and are purchased directly through the cemetery office with no additional charges for grass matting and lowering device.
Visiting the Cemetery
| The Beth Shalom Cemetery is located at: 1501 Anderson Road, Shaler Township, PA 15209. |
INSTRUCTIONS FOR GOOGLE MAP TOUR OF BETH SHALOM CEMETERY
- Select view larger map.
- Go to the left of the screen and select the tab 1501 Anderson Road under recents.
- A map of the roads within the cemetery will appear.
- Select any road or area within the cemetery and at the bottom of the screen, select street view, and a map of that area will appear.
- You may manipulate the map arrow throughout the cemetery.
The Beth Shalom Cemetery opens at 8 a.m. and closes at sunset Sunday through Friday. The Cemetery will close at sundown on Friday and remains closed on the Sabbath and all Jewish holidays.
2025 Jewish Holidays
The Beth Shalom Cemetery will be closed on the following dates in 2025 for Jewish holidays.
Passover 2025
- Sunday, April 13, 2025
- Monday, April 14, 2025
- Saturday, April 19, 2025
- Sunday, April 20, 2025
Shavuot 2025
- Monday, June 2, 2025
- Tuesday, June 3, 2025
Rosh Hashanah
- Tuesday, September 23, 2025
- Wednesday, September 24, 2025
Yom Kippur
- Thursday, October 2, 2025
Sukkot
- Tuesday, October 7, 2025
- Wednesday, October 8, 2025
Shemini Atzeret
- Tuesday, October 14, 2025
Simhat Torah
- Wednesday, October 15, 2025
Advance Planning Cemetery Needs
Advance planning your cemetery needs and final expenses will ensure your wishes are fulfilled and spare your family unnecessary distress during a time of grieving. Let us provide peace of mind and comfort to you and your family.
The clergy and staff of Beth Shalom are always available to assist you. For more information, contact Michael Smrek, Cemetery Director, at 412-421-2288 ext. 293 or msmrek@bethshalompgh.org.
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107 Bellwood Road
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