Jeffer Funeral Homes

Schwartz Brothers-Jeffer Memorial Chapels, located at 114-03 Queens Boulevard in Forest Hills, New York, is a distinguished funeral home that has served the community with compassion and professionalism for many years. Operating under the Dignity Memorial network, this funeral home is a trusted provider of comprehensive end-of-life services, specializing in Jewish funeral traditions while warmly welcoming families of all cultures, faiths, and backgrounds. The facility is situated near Flushing Meadows Corona Park and several cemeteries, offering convenient access for families during difficult times. The funeral home features a bright, open foyer that creates an inviting atmosphere from the moment guests arrive. An understanding member of the compassionate staff greets every individual at the door, treating each visitor like a friend and neighbor. The building spans two stories and is filled with natural light, housing two large chapels—one seating 350 and the other 175—both equipped with traditional pews. As a specialist in Jewish customs, the home includes a dedicated tahara room for the ritual preparation of bodies and a separate kohanim building for those whose beliefs require them to remain under a different roof than the deceased. Closed-circuit television allows guests in the kohanim building to see and hear the service without entering the main chapel. In addition to Jewish funeral services, Schwartz Brothers-Jeffer Memorial Chapels offers a full range of funeral, memorial, and burial services for all families. Options include traditional funerals, cremation services, and personalized memorials that reflect the wishes and values of the deceased and their loved ones. The staff has extensive experience in planning meaningful services, including veteran memorials, and works closely with local veterans organizations. The funeral home also provides grief support resources, information on estate planning, and memorialization options such as monuments and headstones, all in one location. Pre-planning services are available, allowing families to lock in today's prices for future needs. The funeral home maintains a 4.8-star rating on Google with 144 reviews and a 4.9-star rating on its Dignity Memorial page with 756 reviews, reflecting exceptional client satisfaction. The team is available 24/7, and the facility offers ample parking, wheelchair accessibility, and a variety of service options. Schwartz Brothers-Jeffer Memorial Chapels shares its address with Parkside Memorial Chapel, and both are members of the Dignity Memorial network, combining local compassionate care with the benefits of North America's largest funeral and cemetery service provider. Whether planning an immediate funeral or pre-arranging for the future, families can rely on the dedicated staff at this Forest Hills landmark to guide them with dignity and respect.