Established 1888 · St. Louis, Missouri
Serving Our Community with Dignity and Compassion
Chesed Shel Emeth — the truest act of kindness — has guided our mission for over a century. We honor every life with the reverence and care it deserves.
Who We Are
Our Mission
Chesed Shel Emeth Burial Society serves the St. Louis Jewish community and fulfills a sacred trust to honor the memories of those who rest within our cemetery grounds. We are committed to maintaining, restoring and enhancing our cemetery grounds and facilities and to provide a safe, secure, serene setting for prayer and reflection. We contribute to community efforts to ensure that the indigent are provided with a proper Jewish burial. We further preserve our sites, graves, monuments and archives for the benefit of future generations and to facilitate educational, historical, and genealogical opportunities and inquiries.
Our Heritage
A Century of Service
Founded in 1888, Chesed Shel Emeth — meaning "true kindness" — was established by the Jewish community of St. Louis to ensure that every member would receive a proper Jewish burial, regardless of financial means.
For over 135 years, we have upheld the sacred traditions of Jewish burial, providing a place of rest that reflects the values of our community: dignity, compassion, and unwavering respect for the sanctity of life.
135+
Years of Service
Shaimos
Chesed Shel Emeth Society also offers Shaimos, the proper disposal of holy objects.
Suggested donation: $18/box
Please contact us at 314-469-1891 for more details.
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Chesed Shel Emeth — the truest act of kindness — is one that can never be repaid. We serve with that understanding in every act of care we provide.
Our Guiding Principle
We Are Here For You
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Our Location
650 White Road
Chesterfield, MO 63017
Office Hours
Mon. – Fri.: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Visiting Hours
Sun–Fri: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM