Independent Benevolent Society Cemetery

260 Fuller Rd, Albany, NY 12203

Operated by Independent Benevolent Society, Albany · per public records

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About Independent Benevolent Society Cemetery

Compiled from public sources — https://albanyibs.org · last checked Oct 2026 (metro review).

Independent Benevolent Society Cemetery, established in 1843, serves the Jewish community of Albany's Capital District.

BackgroundEstablished in 1843; located on Fuller Road in Albany.

Who may be buriedMembership required. Open to any Jewish applicant age 18 or older, regardless of synagogue affiliation.

PricingMembership initiation fee scales based on applicant's age.

Details on record

Affiliation

Burial society

Operator

Independent Benevolent Society, Albany

Contact on Record

Lawrence Schechter, President (518-786-6279); Howard Schechter, Cemetery Co-Chair (518-229-8115)

Where it is, and who can arrange a burial there

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