Located in New York City on Queens Boulevard in Forest Hills, near Flushing Meadows Corona Park and several cemeteries, Schwartz Brothers-Jeffer Memorial Chapels is a warm, comfortable place to plan a funeral. From the moment you walk into the bright, open foyer you feel welcome here. An understanding member of our compassionate staff greets every guest at the door and we treat you like our friend and neighbor.
Though Schwartz Brothers-Jeffer Memorial Chapels specializes in the traditions of Jewish families, we provide funeral, memorial, cremation and burial services for people of all cultures, faiths and backgrounds.
In order to help your family determine the correct dates for Yahrzeit, feel free to utilize this Yahrzeit calendar.
Amenities
Location
- Flexible event space
- Flexible chapel space
- Multiple chapels
- Large capacity chapel up to 500
- Monument and inscription services
- Coffee lounge
Cremation
- Cremation remembrance jewelry
- Cremation viewing suite
- Option for home delivery of ashes
- Option for mail delivery of ashes
- Scattering assistance
Service
- Arrangements by phone or email
- Catered events
- Large reception area
- Event planning
- Audio and video equipment
- Meeting space
- Black car service
- Cemetery flower delivery
Religious & Cultural
- Multicultural funerals
- Shomer available
- Tahara room
- Ritual washing
- Kosher catering
Other Languages Spoken
- Russian
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We at Schwartz Brothers-Jeffer Memorial Chapels understand that a Jewish funeral is a modest, solemn religious service designed to honor the dead and provide support to the family and friends of the person who has passed. Contemporary Jewish families are also finding ways to blend Jewish tradition with their modern lifestyles. Our funeral directors know how to help you do both and work with all sects of the Jewish faith: Orthodox, Conservative and Reformed.
The staff at Schwartz Brothers-Jeffer Memorial Chapels is an exceptional group of people with a wealth of experience providing compassionate care to people of all walks of life. We treat the funeral home as if it were our personal home—and we treat the people who come here as if they were our own family members. Our goal is to provide a personalized funeral or memorial service for everyone we serve. We take the time to listen and plan something truly special to celebrate a life."Schwartz Brothers-Jeffer Memorial Chapels did a wonderful job assisting me through the emotional process of making last arrangements for my mother. Chastity helped me prearrange services. She listened..."
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September 2020
"Thank you Eric, Joe and Chastity for all your help."
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September 2020
"My experiences with Schwartz Bros.-Jeffer Memorial Chapel have been excellent. They know how to be both visible and invisible at the same time, giving you the comfort, dignity and space you need at th..."
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August 2020
"A completely positive experience. I would recommend them to everyone. Everyone was kind, caring and respectful. Jennifer Martin was superb! I am grateful for everything they have in these tryi..."
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August 2020
"I live Los Angeles and arranged everything from California. The funeral went off without a hitch in New York. No time wasted. My brother was a good man and deserved a proper service. Thank G~d, he ..."
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August 2020