New Montefiore Jewish Cemetery

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1180 Wellwood Ave West Babylon, New York

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New Montefiore Jewish Cemetery – West Babylon, NY Established in 1928, New Montefiore Cemetery is a significant and well-maintained burial ground located in West Babylon, New York.

Serving the Jewish community for nearly a century, it’s one of the largest Jewish cemeteries in New York, offering individual graves, family plots, and society land.

Situated at 1180 Wellwood Ave, West Babylon, NY 11704, the cemetery provides a peaceful and respectful space for remembrance and reflection.

Contact information is available at 631-249-7000 and detailed information can be found at [https://newmontefiorecemetery.org/](https://newmontefiorecemetery.org/).

This historic cemetery is deeply rooted in the community’s heritage.

Originally established to provide a final resting place for Jewish immigrants and community members, it remains a cherished landmark.

The cemetery’s design emphasizes tranquility, featuring intricate owl carvings throughout the grounds, adding to its serene atmosphere.

It’s a place of quiet contemplation, reflecting a long history of Jewish life in the region.

The cemetery’s layout includes several burial plots arranged in a grid-like pattern, offering a formally organized space.

Throughout its history, New Montefiore Cemetery has been a subject of archival research, providing valuable insights into the area’s Jewish population.

Notable individuals interred at New Montefiore Cemetery include: * Robert Charles Abrams (19171975), a baseball player. * Morton Gould (19131996), a musical composer, conductor, arranger, and pianist. * Laurel Griggs (20062019), a child actress. * Ze’ev Jabotinsky (18801940), a prominent Zionist leader, author, and orator, who was later reinterred in Mount Herzl Cemetery in Jerusalem. * Alexa Kenin (19621985), an actress. * Oscar Lewis (19141970), an author and anthropologist. * Jacob Milch (18661945), a writer, candy manufacturer, and socialist. * Moissaye Joseph Olgin (18781939), a writer, journalist, and Communist. * Lou Pearlman (19542016), a record producer. * Mae Questel (19081998), an actress and vocal artist. * Tommy Ramone (real name Thomas Erdely, 19492014), original drummer for the punk rock band, the Ramones. * Emily Remler (19571990), a jazz guitarist. * Seymour R. Thaler (19191976), a lawyer, New York State Senator, and felon. * Nahum Tschacbasov (18991984), a Russian Empire-born painter, educator, poet.

The cemetery is part of a larger network of Jewish cemeteries extending across Long Island. == See also == List of cemeteries in New York == References == New Montefiore Cemetery Official Website U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: New Montefiore Cemetery

History

**New Montefiore Jewish Cemetery – West Babylon, NY** Established in 1928, New Montefiore Cemetery is a significant Jewish cemetery serving the West Babylon community and beyond.

Originally established to accommodate the growing Jewish population of the area, it has become a cherished landmark deeply rooted in the region’s history.

The cemetery’s design emphasizes tranquility and reflection, with a focus on creating a serene space for remembrance and honoring Jewish heritage.

The cemetery’s history reflects the experiences of Jewish immigrants and community members who sought to establish a place of rest and connection to their roots.

Beginning in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, the cemetery evolved alongside the growth of the Jewish community in West Babylon.

It offers individual graves, family plots, and society land to a people proud of their diversity.

Notable individuals buried at New Montefiore include prominent figures from various fields, such as business, the arts, and sports.

This diverse roster of burials reflects the contributions of Jewish families to New York and the broader American experience.

The cemetery’s enduring presence signifies a continuous link between generations and a steadfast commitment to preserving Jewish traditions.

The cemetery is currently maintained by the Montefiore Cemetery Association and welcomes visitors seeking a place of quiet contemplation and remembrance.

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