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Jewish burial in Houston, TX — compare local options

What is publicly known, what has been confirmed, and what families should ask — including options in neighboring cities, because the nearest available Jewish cemetery is often not in the town itself.

10 cemeteries·1 funeral home·2 reviewed profiles·within 50 miles

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Jewish Cemeteries in Houston

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Beth Israel Cemetery

Houston, TX

Affiliation
Congregational
Operator
Beth Israel
What is known and what is not
Publicly Confirmed
Beth Israel Cemetery has served families since 1844 and is considered the oldest Jewish graveyard in Texas.
Established in 1844; considered the oldest Jewish graveyard in Texas.
Visiting hours: Sundays only, 10am–4pm. Location: 1207 W. Dallas.
What Families Should Know
!A published price list is available.
View full record → 713-771-6221 ext. 311 (cemetery); 713-771-6221 (congregation)
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Emanuel Cemetery

Houston, TX

What is known and what is not
Publicly Confirmed
Emanuel Cemetery has served families since 1850 and offers burial options based on congregational membership status.
Has been serving families since 1850.
What Families Should Know
!Members of Congregation Emanu El of Houston in good standing for at least the immediately preceding year receive member pricing. Non-members may purchase at higher rates.
!Two-tier pricing structure: members of Congregation Emanu El of Houston pay one rate; non-members pay higher rates.
!No burials on Saturdays or designated holy days.
View full record → 713-529-5771 x213
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Waldman Funeral Care, LLC

Houston, TX · Est. 2013 · Independent

Waldman Funeral Care is an independent Jewish funeral establishment serving the Houston area. They operate in a Chevra Kadisha of Houston approved facility and specialize in Jewish funeral services. The funeral director offers to meet families at their preferred location and time, and provides environmentally conscious burial options including bamboo shrouds and non-toxic essential oils.

May be relevant for: Jewish and interfaith families in Houston seeking highly personalized, traditional Jewish funeral services alongside eco-friendly green burial options.

View full profile → (713) 875-4811
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Questions Families May Want to Ask
Does the funeral home have its own chevra kadisha, or coordinate with a community one?
Is tahara performed on-site or at another facility?
What happens if a death occurs on Shabbat or Yom Tov?
Which cemeteries does each funeral home work with?
Are pricing and package details available in writing?
Can transport to Israel be coordinated?
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