If you’re looking to send flowers to Beth Shalom Funeral Home, it helps to know a little about Jewish mourning customs first. We say this gently, because people mean well: in many Jewish traditions, flowers aren’t typically displayed at the funeral itself. Simplicity is part of the custom, and families often focus on prayer, memory, and community instead.
That doesn’t mean you can’t show your support. It just means there may be a better way to do it.
Should You Send Flowers to Beth Shalom Funeral Home?
The honest answer is: check first. Every family is different. Some Reform or interfaith families are happy to receive flowers, while more traditional families may prefer that you don’t. If you can, ask a close relative or look at the obituary. Many obituaries mention whether the family welcomes flowers or would rather you donate to a charity.
If the family is open to it, we’re glad to arrange delivery flowers to Beth Shalom Funeral Home. We’ll keep the design understated and elegant, usually white blooms with soft greenery, which tends to feel appropriate.
Thoughtful Alternatives to Funeral Flowers
If flowers at the service don’t feel right, here are a few options families often appreciate:
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A shiva gift sent to the home. During shiva, the family receives visitors at home for several days. A tasteful fruit basket or a simple green plant is a kind gesture.
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A plant instead of cut flowers. Orchids, peace lilies, and small dish gardens are low-key and last a long time.
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A note with a donation. Many families name a charity. Your card can mention the gift in their loved one’s memory.
We’re happy to help with any of these. Just call and tell us a little about the situation.
How to Order Flowers to Beth Shalom Funeral Home
If the family welcomes flowers, ordering is easy:
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Choose a simple, respectful arrangement from our sympathy collection, or ask us for a suggestion.
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Share the name of the person being remembered and the service date.
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Write a short message for the card.
We’ll deliver to the funeral home or, if you prefer, to the family’s home during shiva. Often, sending to the home is the better choice, because the family will be there to receive it.
Timing Matters
Jewish funerals usually happen quickly, often within a day or two of the passing. That leaves very little time. If you plan to send something, reach out to us as soon as you hear the news. We offer same-day delivery for orders placed before our cutoff, and we’ll let you know straight away whether we can make the timing work.
What to Write on the Card
A traditional phrase is “May their memory be a blessing.” It’s widely used and always appropriate. You can also simply say you’re thinking of the family, or share a short memory of the person who passed.
We’ll Help You Get It Right
We know these situations can feel uncertain, especially if you’re unfamiliar with the customs. That’s okay. Call us, tell us what you know, and we’ll help you choose something considerate. Whether it’s flowers to Beth Shalom Funeral Home or a gift sent to the family’s home, we’ll make sure it arrives with care.
