Temple Israel Cemetery (Omaha, Nebraska)

Temple Israel Cemetery is a Jewish cemetery located in Omaha, Nebraska. It serves as the primary burial ground for members of Temple Israel, a Reform Jewish congregation in the city.

The cemetery provides a consecrated space for Jewish burials, adhering to traditional Jewish customs and laws regarding death and mourning. It offers burial plots for individuals, couples, and families affiliated with Temple Israel.

The grounds are maintained by Temple Israel and are overseen by a committee responsible for ensuring the cemetery's upkeep and the preservation of its historical records. Headstones and monuments within the cemetery reflect a variety of styles and materials, chronicling the lives and legacies of those interred.

Visitation is typically permitted during daylight hours, and the cemetery is often the site of memorial services and yahrzeit observances. Genealogical researchers may also find the cemetery a valuable resource for tracing family histories related to the Omaha Jewish community.