Beth Israel Cemetery Monument Rules

Navigating cemetery regulations during loss can feel overwhelming. Shevchenko Monuments guides families through Beth Israel Cemetery's specific rules in Woodbridge Township, NJ. 

We ensure every memorial honors your loved one with dignity and in compliance with all relevant regulations. Our compassionate team helps you understand permitted options, meaningful choices, and tribute creation that reflects your family's wishes.

A Place Rooted in Faith and Memory

Founded in 1922, Beth Israel Cemetery spans 168 acres of tranquil gardens and tree-lined paths in Woodbridge Township, NJ. 

The cemetery originally served Jewish families from Brooklyn and has since welcomed broader communities while preserving its religious heritage. 

Beth Israel means "House of Israel" and reflects the cemetery's deep spiritual roots. The Bible Garden and Holocaust memorial create spaces for reverence and honor every life with grace.

Memorial Design Inspired by Jewish Heritage

Beth Israel Cemetery offers traditional ground burial, cremation gardens, and mausoleum niches. All options exist within the Woodbridge Memorial Gardens complex. 

The cemetery spaces reflect Jewish values of remembrance and reverence. Families choose markers crafted in granite or bronze. 

These memorials display Hebrew inscriptions, Star of David iconography, and timeless epitaphs. Finishes range from polished black to soft gray, with personalized shapes that honor each unique legacy.

Monument Rules and Design Guidelines

Beth Israel Cemetery in Woodbridge Township, NJ, maintains specific regulations to preserve dignity and religious integrity. Families selecting headstones for traditional burial or mausoleum niches must follow guidelines that differ by section type. 

Shevchenko Monuments helps you navigate these rules with clarity and compassion.

• Section-Based Rules: The cemetery includes bronze and upright monument sections. Plot location determines allowable styles and sizes. 

• Size Limits: Regulated dimensions maintain uniformity and accessibility. Oversized monuments face denial. 

• Materials: Granite and bronze are permitted. All colors are allowed, offering personalization flexibility. 

• Design Options: Etched designs and religious iconography (Star of David) are allowed. Photographs remain strictly prohibited. 

• Inscriptions: Only deceased individuals may be named. Pre-need inscriptions are not permitted. 

• Placement: All memorials require cemetery-issued permits before installation. 

• Approval Process: Designs need a review submission to ensure compliance with religious and aesthetic standards.

These rules reflect Beth Israel's commitment to respectful commemoration rooted in Jewish tradition. 

Shevchenko Monuments provides thoughtful guidance so families can create meaningful tributes that honor loved ones within this sacred setting.

Partnering with Shevchenko Monuments

At Shevchenko Monuments, we understand how overwhelming cemetery regulations feel during grief. Our compassionate team provides expert guidance on Beth Israel's monument rules. 

We help you avoid costly errors and ease the burden of design decisions. Our commitment focuses on respectful service and flawless execution. 

Contact us for personalized support in creating compliant and meaningful memorials.

Getting to Beth Israel Cemetery

Beth Israel Cemetery sits at 1098 Woodbridge Center Drive, directly across from Woodbridge Center Mall. Drivers can access the cemetery easily via U.S. Highway 1, Route 9, and the Garden State Parkway. 

Mount Lebanon Cemetery in Iselin operates nearby, just under a mile from Beth Israel. 

Everstory Partners manages Beth Israel Cemetery. This national organization focuses on dignified memorialization. For inquiries, call the cemetery office at (732) 634-2100.

Directions to Shevchenko Monuments

Shevchenko Monuments sits just a short drive from Beth Israel Cemetery. Families can easily visit for consultations or memorial planning. The straightforward route typically takes 10–15 minutes, depending on traffic. 

We have embedded a driving directions map on this page for visual reference.

1. Head south on Woodbridge Center Drive toward U.S. Highway 1.
2. Merge onto U.S. 1 South and continue for approximately 4 miles.
3. Turn left onto S Florida Grove Road.
4. Shevchenko Monuments will be on your right at 329 S Florida Grove Rd, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861.

Disclaimer: Shevchenko Monuments does not affiliate with Beth Israel Cemetery or Everstory Partners.