The Yahrzeit commemorates the anniversary of the date of death and is observed annually, in accordance with the Hebrew calendar. Sol Levinson & Bros. will sign up family members to receive a 20 year Yahrzeit reminder email to all families at the time of the service. Printed calendars can be made available upon request.
The Yahrzeit commences on the preceding day at sunset and is concluded on the anniversary day of death at sunset. During the Yahrzeit, a candle may be lit to burn for one day. Special Yahrzeit candles are often available in the Kosher section of your local supermarket. Mourner’s Kaddish is recited in the synagogue during services, and contributions to a charity in memory of a loved one are often made on the occasion of a Yahrzeit.
