Anyone Jewish? - info/help needed

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Is there anyone that is Jewish that could tell me the correct form in respect of a death?

I don't have any friends or friends of friends to ask so help would be very much appreciated.

A longstanding client of mine's mother has died. Obviously if he was christian I would send a sympathy card and flowers.

What do I do for a Jewish death?

Thanks in advance
 
My OH's family are sort of jewish (as in they 'were' but are not really now apart from the oldies and an aunt and uncle).

Send a sympathy card - they are just normal people that like to know people are thinking of them, you certainly wouldn't offend!! Gosh when OH's grandfather passed away, his wife and daughter's houses were flooded with cards and flowers, I've never seen so many.
 
I would go with a card, though obviously not with a cross on it.

As you're not Jewish, they wouldn't expect you to know or follow their rituals, but they would be touched by your condolences.

Rest in peace lady.
 
Normal sympathy card they wont mind its your sentiment that matters and support at the time that matters
 
A card would definitely be welcomed. Obviously not a churchy/crucifix one. You can get Jewish ones though depends on where you are in the country. Or just a nice "Thinking Of You" will be lovely.

The funeral itself happens the day after death. They will then have what's known as a Shiva.

This is basically 7 days of prayers after the funeral. In the evenings. Only the close family gather together for the actual prayers but visits from friends, other family and neighbours at the same time are very much welcomed and appreciated.

I'm not Jewish myself but I grew up in a very Jewish area and have a lot a friends who are. None of them are strict but they ALL observe the Shiva. I have been to a few Shivas in the past, as a non Jewish, and have always been welcomed. They wouldn't be offended if you didn't know all this or observe it! Just thought I'd fill you in on my experiences.

Sorry for the lady's passing.
 
Thank you all so much for your help.

Will try and get a Jewish card if not will go for non christian type of card

Thanks again for your help - much appreciated - was terrified I would do something to offend

Is there any particular flower that is recognised as a mourning flower for the Jewish faith?
 
A card would be lovely. Something generic. Do not send flowers though.

If you would like to send something, donate to charity or plant a tree.
 
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