Business Details
Trusted Jewish Funeral Services in Denver
Shalom Funeral Services was established over two decades ago at the request of prominent Rabbis in Denver who identified a need for a mortuary dedicated to Jewish religious traditions. We specialize in honoring the deceased through services that adhere to Jewish laws and customs while accommodating diverse family preferences. Our team provides guidance on shiva, kaddish, and other traditions, ensuring dignity and respect for the deceased while supporting the emotional well-being of mourners.With a facility designed for comfort and accessibility near Denver's Jewish Community Center, we offer traditional burials, cremation services, personalized memorials, and veteran honors. Our commitment to transparency includes itemized pricing and compassionate care, reflecting our deep roots in and service to the community.
Services
Traditional Services
Cremation Services
Personalization
Veteran Services
Jewish Caskets
Highlights and features
- We specialize in traditional Jewish funeral services with over two decades of experience
- Our staff is trained in Jewish laws and practices surrounding death and mourning
- We offer personalized services accommodating blended families and non-traditional preferences
- We provide veteran burial benefits and military funeral honors assistance
- Our facility includes a courtyard chapel and reception space for community gatherings
Services
Traditional Services
We provide traditional Jewish funeral services following religious customs for burial or cremation. Our team guides families through shiva observances, kaddish prayers, and proper body preparation according to Jewish law. Services include visitation, funeral ceremonies with clergy or life celebrants, and graveside options while maintaining strict adherence to Jewish traditions.
Cremation Services
Our cremation services offer dignified options including traditional funeral services followed by cremation or memorial ceremonies. Families receive guidance on Jewish perspectives regarding cremation while choosing from various memorialization options like urn placement, columbarium niches, or scattering in meaningful locations. We ensure respectful handling of remains throughout the process.
Veteran Services
We specialize in veteran funeral services including VA benefit applications, flag presentation ceremonies, and military honors. Our staff coordinates rifle details, color guards, and 'Taps' performances while assisting with headstone requests and national cemetery arrangements. We help families navigate eligibility requirements for burial benefits and memorial items.
Personalization
We create personalized tributes through photo displays, tribute videos, and customized music selections. Families can incorporate artwork, poetry readings, and personalized keepsakes into services. Our team helps design unique memorials that reflect the deceased's personality, hobbies, and life achievements while maintaining appropriate reverence.
Grief Support
We offer ongoing grief support including weekly messages for one year and counseling resources. Our services address Jewish perspectives on mourning while providing practical guidance for navigating loss. We connect families with community resources and provide educational materials about traditional Jewish grief practices.
Questions
What Jewish funeral traditions do you specialize in?
We follow Jewish laws regarding body preparation, shiva observances, and kaddish prayers while respecting diverse family needs.
Do you offer cremation services for Jewish families?
Yes, we provide cremation options with appropriate memorialization choices that align with Jewish traditions.
How do you support veteran families?
We assist with VA benefits applications and provide military funeral honors including flag presentation and rifle details.
Can services be personalized?
Yes, we offer tribute videos, music selections, and memorial displays to create meaningful personalized services.
What facilities do you have available?
Our Denver location features a chapel, reception center, and courtyard with Colorado sandstone architecture.
