The Unveiling Ceremony for Jewish Headstones and Memorials
Some time has passed, your mind has had a bit of time to settle. You’re still grieving though....
Jewish Mourning Tradition: Shiva
The Shiva is central to the Jewish burial traditions. Serving as the first of several stages of mourning,...
Selecting an Inscription for Your Loved One’s Memorial
A monument’s purpose is to memorialize your loved one, and help you remember their legacy. In doing so,...
Tzedakah: Righteous Giving
The Jewish faith is rich with history, tradition and specific customs. Every religion has their own, singular viewpoints...
Visiting a Jewish Monument: 7 Things To Know
Within the traditions of the Jewish faith, there is a great deal of emphasis on family. Family presence...
How To Choose The Right Jewish Headstone Company
At Fox Monuments, we have been working with Long Island’s Jewish community for decades. Our mission is to...
History of Memorial Day
At Fox Monuments, we have great respect for everyone who has made it their purpose to serve our...
How to Avoid Emotional Overspending for Funeral Services
When a loved one dies, you may feel compelled to make a grand gesture, to show how much...
10 Things You Should Know About Jewish Funerals
In the Jewish tradition, there’s no honor more sacred than helping to bury someone, because it is a...
Shiva: A Guide for Non-Jews
Shiva is a practice of Jewish mourning that lasts for seven days. It begins on the day of...
What is the Yizkor?
The complex history of the Jewish faith offers mourners countless traditions through which they can grieve the loss...
How are Jewish Monuments Created?
Jewish monuments, or matzeivah (sometimes spelled matzeivah or matzevah), are created through a thoughtful design-to-installation process that reflects...