Chevra Kadisha Mortuary

Chevra Kadisha Mortuary, located at 7832 Santa Monica Boulevard in West Hollywood, California, has been a cornerstone of the Southern California Jewish community for nearly five decades. Established in 1976 (with some records noting 1977), this family-oriented funeral home is dedicated to providing dignified, compassionate, and strictly traditional Jewish burial services. Operating under the supervision of an Orthodox rabbinate, Chevra Kadisha Mortuary adheres meticulously to halacha (Jewish law) from the moment of passing through burial and beyond. The facility is fully wheelchair accessible, offering onsite services and language assistance to accommodate diverse needs. With a stellar 4.8-star rating from its clients, the mortuary is praised for its efficiency, reliability, and profound kindness during times of grief.

The mortuary’s comprehensive services include tahara (the traditional ritual washing and dressing of the deceased in shrouds), shmira (a dedicated shomer who recites Tehillim—Psalms—until burial), and respectful removal and transport of the body, available 24/7 via a dedicated answering service that operates even on Shabbos and Jewish holidays. The team handles all necessary government filings, including burial permits and death certificates, with electronic submissions compliant with California law. Their traditional burial package encompasses complete mortuary services, tachrichim (shrouds), a shomer, a funeral director, hearse transportation to the cemetery, and a plain pine casket—all in strict accordance with Jewish law. Importantly, Chevra Kadisha Mortuary does not offer cremation or embalming, as both are prohibited by Jewish tradition.

Beyond immediate funeral arrangements, the mortuary provides pre-need planning services, allowing families to lock in today’s prices for future needs with payments starting at $350 per month; all funds are held in trust. They also offer a full range of grave markers and monuments, including custom Hebrew inscriptions, and maintain plots at Beth Israel, Mount Carmel, Agudath Achim, Young Israel, and Home of Peace Memorial Park. Additional resources include grief counseling, coordination of military honor guards, and shipping services for out-of-state burials. Led by professionals such as Rachel Manela, the dedicated staff of eight ensures that every family receives personalized care rooted in both tradition and compassion. For emergencies, the office is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and can be reached at (323) 654-8415 or toll-free at (800) 654-6772. As a trusted name in the community, Chevra Kadisha Mortuary remains committed to honoring Jewish tradition with dignity and respect.