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Find Berger Memorial Chapel Obituaries, Services & St. Louis Contact Help
Looking for a Berger Memorial obituary? Start with Berger Memorial Chapel’s official Dignity Memorial page, search the person’s name, then open the individual memorial for current visitation, funeral, livestream, interment, shiva and memorial-contribution details. For legal proof, use Missouri vital records instead of an obituary copy.
Quick Answer: Start With Berger Memorial’s Official Page
Recent obituary
Use Berger Memorial Chapel’s official obituary search before relying on copied notices.
Service details
Open the individual memorial for visitation, funeral, livestream, cemetery and shiva details.
Certified record
Use St. Louis County or Missouri Vital Records when a legal death certificate is required.
Older record
Use Missouri State Archives and St. Louis newspaper or genealogy collections for historical research.
How to Find Berger Memorial Recent Obituaries
Berger Memorial Chapel is part of the Dignity Memorial network. Its official location page includes obituary search access, while Dignity Memorial’s broader search lets you search by first or last name, state and publication date.
What a Berger Memorial Obituary Page Can Show
Individual Berger Memorial pages can contain more than obituary text. Always open the full memorial before sharing, travelling or paying.
Visitation
Some memorials list a separate visitation time immediately before the funeral service.
Funeral service
The memorial may list the exact date, start time and chapel or congregation address.
Livestream
Some Berger services include an official livestream or later service video.
Interment
The cemetery can be listed separately from the chapel service.
Shiva
Some Jewish memorial pages include shiva dates, locations and minyan information.
Memorial contributions
Families may request donations to a synagogue, charity, medical organization or another cause instead of flowers.
Verify the Correct Person Before Sharing the Obituary
| Check | Why it matters | Pause when… |
|---|---|---|
| Full name | Similar surnames can appear in the same St. Louis community. | Middle, maiden or nickname information conflicts. |
| Age / dates | Helps separate a recent obituary from an older person with the same name. | Age or dates differ significantly. |
| Relatives | Spouse, children, parents and siblings are strong identity clues. | No close family names match. |
| St. Louis connection | Berger serves families across the St. Louis metro. | The notice is connected with another state or unrelated city. |
| Funeral provider | The memorial should identify Berger Memorial Chapel when Berger is handling arrangements. | Another provider is listed. |
| Cemetery / congregation | Burial or synagogue details can provide another identity clue. | The cemetery or congregation conflicts with family information. |
For a broader search workflow, use our obituary search and recent notices guide.
Before Attending a Berger Memorial Service
Confirm the time
Visitation, funeral, interment and shiva can all have different times.
Confirm the venue
The funeral may be at Berger Memorial Chapel, a synagogue or another location.
Confirm the cemetery
Burial may be at United Hebrew, Chesed Shel Emeth or another cemetery named by the family.
Check livestream status
A livestream may appear only on the individual memorial and may not be available for every service.
Check shiva details
Shiva may be held at a residence, congregation or another location and can have separate visiting or minyan times.
Recheck same-day information
Call when the funeral is today, severe weather is possible or two reliable pages disagree.
Berger Memorial Chapel Address and Phone
Berger Memorial Chapel
9430 Olive Blvd
St. Louis, MO 63132
Phone: 314-361-0622
The official location page says phone help is available any time, day or night.
Call Berger when you need to…
- Confirm a funeral happening soon.
- Ask whether a service is public.
- Confirm livestream availability.
- Verify cemetery or shiva information.
- Ask about a death that has just occurred.
- Ask for current funeral or cremation pricing.
- Discuss pre-planning.
Jewish Funeral, Shiva and Yahrzeit Information
Berger Memorial Chapel says it has served St. Louis and its Jewish community since 1896 and specializes in Jewish funeral traditions. Its official site also links to resources for yahrzeit dates and shiva condolences.
Shiva
The individual memorial may identify shiva dates, location and minyan times. Use the memorial rather than assuming shiva is held at the chapel.
Yahrzeit
Berger’s official page provides a yahrzeit-calendar route to help families determine the Hebrew anniversary date.
Food and condolences
The official site includes a route for kosher and non-kosher sympathy baskets and platters. Follow the family’s wishes before ordering.
Need a Certified Missouri Death Certificate?
Berger Memorial Chapel is in the St. Louis County area. For qualifying Missouri deaths from 1980-present, the St. Louis County Office of Vital Records provides certified death certificates.
| St. Louis County death certificate | Current fee | Important detail |
|---|---|---|
| First copy | $14 | Includes the first certified copy when the record is found. |
| Additional same record | $11 each | Order additional copies at the same time when needed. |
| Mail request | Certificate fee + postage requirements | The application must be notarized and include a self-addressed stamped return envelope. |
St. Louis County Office of Vital Records
6121 N Hanley Rd
Berkeley, MO 63134
Phone: 314-615-1720
What to prepare
- Full name of the deceased.
- Date and place of death.
- Purpose for requesting the certificate.
- Your relationship to the person.
- Identification for an in-person request.
- Notarized application for a mailed request.
Missouri State Death Certificate Fees
Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services currently lists the same base statewide death-certificate fees:
| Missouri service | Current fee | What it includes |
|---|---|---|
| Death certificate | $14 | Five-year search and one certified copy if the record is found. |
| Additional same death record | $11 each | Additional copies ordered at the same time. |
| Correction by affidavit | No fee | Does not include a newly issued certified copy. |
| Court-ordered correction processing | $14 | Processing only; a certified copy is separate. |
How to Find an Older St. Louis Death or Obituary
Missouri death certificates: 1910–1975
Missouri State Archives provides a searchable database with digitized original death-certificate images for records more than 50 years old.
Pre-1910 records
Missouri Digital Heritage also provides an older birth-and-death database using surviving local records from before statewide registration.
St. Louis Post-Dispatch archives
St. Louis County Library lists historical Post-Dispatch collections and obituary indexes for multiple date ranges.
Local obituary indexes
St. Louis County Library lists obituary and death-notice indexes from several local newspapers and points researchers to additional city-library indexes.
Microsteps for an older record
Confirm the Cemetery Before Travelling
Recent Berger memorials show that burial may take place at different Jewish cemeteries around St. Louis. Use the exact cemetery named on the individual obituary.
United Hebrew Cemetery
7855 Canton Avenue
St. Louis, MO 63130
Cemetery contact: 314-427-5900
United Hebrew says the cemetery has served the St. Louis Jewish community for more than 180 years. Its current page lists visitor hours of 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m. and says it is closed on Shabbat and Jewish holidays.
Chesed Shel Emeth Cemetery
650 White Road
Chesterfield, MO 63017
Phone: 314-469-1891
The cemetery says it has served the St. Louis Jewish community since 1888 and can help with grave-location, burial, archive and pre-planning questions.
Before visiting a grave
- Copy the exact cemetery name from the memorial.
- Confirm the street address.
- Call for grave, section or lot information if needed.
- Check Shabbat and Jewish-holiday closures.
- Ask about visitor and decoration rules.
How to Verify a Missouri Funeral Provider
The Missouri State Board of Embalmers and Funeral Directors regulates funeral establishments, funeral directors and embalmers.
Missouri Board contact
State Board of Embalmers & Funeral Directors
3605 Missouri Boulevard
P.O. Box 423
Jefferson City, MO 65102-0423
Phone: 573-751-0813
Funeral Price Rights Before You Agree to Pay
The Federal Trade Commission Funeral Rule applies when families are arranging funeral goods and services.
Ask for prices by phone
A funeral provider must give price information over the telephone when you ask. You do not need to provide your name first.
Get the General Price List
When discussing arrangements in person, the funeral home must provide an itemized General Price List that you can keep.
Choose individual services
You generally have the right to select individual funeral goods and services rather than buying an unwanted package.
Ask about extra costs
Separate funeral-home charges from cemetery, obituary, clergy, permits, death certificates and other outside charges.
Financial Hardship and Jewish Burial Help
Ask Berger before assuming there is no option
If funeral costs are a problem, tell the funeral director before selecting services. Ask for the General Price List, an itemized estimate and lower-cost options.
Chesed Shel Emeth community mission
Chesed Shel Emeth says part of its mission is supporting community efforts to ensure that indigent people receive a proper Jewish burial. Contact the cemetery or funeral home to ask what current assistance route applies.
If the Person Was a Veteran
Families of eligible Veterans should check federal VA burial benefits before finalizing cemetery plans.
Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery
2900 Sheridan Road
St. Louis, MO 63125
Phone: 314-845-8320
The VA currently lists Jefferson Barracks as open for casketed and cremated remains.
What eligible families may need
- DD-214 or qualifying discharge documentation.
- Death certificate.
- Funeral and cemetery information.
- Veteran and claimant details.
- VA eligibility confirmation.
The VA states that eligible spouses and certain dependent family members may also qualify for burial in a national cemetery.
Flowers, Shiva Condolences, Donations and Livestream Safety
Shiva condolences
Berger’s official site includes shiva-condolence resources. Use the current funeral-home page rather than a copied link.
Food and gifts
The site provides sympathy options. Confirm the family’s preferences before ordering.
Memorial donations
Use the charity named in the individual memorial, then verify the organization on its own official website before paying.
Livestream
Use only the stream linked on the official memorial or by the named congregation. Do not pay an unknown person to unlock a funeral stream.
Obituary Correction vs. Death Certificate Correction
Contact Berger or Dignity Memorial
If the public obituary has a wrong name, date, service time or family detail, contact Berger Memorial Chapel and identify the exact correction needed.
Use Missouri Vital Records
Changing a memorial does not change the certified death certificate. Missouri uses a separate vital-record correction process.
After You Find the Obituary: Useful Next Steps
Save the memorial
Keep the obituary URL, service details, cemetery, livestream and donation instructions.
Death certificates
Ask banks, insurers, estate professionals and other institutions how many certified copies they actually require.
Social Security
Ask the funeral director whether the death will be reported to Social Security and follow SSA guidance if confirmation is needed.
Cemetery
Save the cemetery name, address, grave information and visitor rules separately from the funeral location.
Veteran benefits
Gather discharge papers and funeral documents early when military service applies.
Keep a log
Save receipts, certificate orders, call notes, confirmation numbers and submitted forms together.
Common Berger Memorial Search Mistakes
Searching only “Berger Memorial”
Add “St. Louis,” “Olivette,” or the deceased person’s name when results are too broad.
Using an obituary snippet
Open the complete Berger/Dignity memorial before sharing service information.
Assuming the funeral and burial are in one place
The chapel, congregation, cemetery and shiva location can all be different.
Ignoring Jewish holiday closures
Cemetery access and office availability can differ on Shabbat and Jewish holidays.
Ordering a certificate from the wrong office
Check the death location, year and record office before paying.
Using an unofficial donation link
Start from the family-authorized memorial or the charity’s official site.
Helpful RecentObituaries.info Guides
Obituary Search & Recent Notices Guide
Search by name, location, date, funeral home, newspaper and cemetery clues.
Death Certificate & Vital Records Guide
Know when an obituary is not enough for estate, insurance, banking or other legal tasks.
After-Death Notification Checklist
Organize Social Security, records, mail, insurance, banks and other notifications.
Primary and Official Sources Used
Berger Memorial Chapel — Official Dignity Memorial Page Address, phone, obituary search, Jewish traditions, pricing route, planning services and official resources. Dignity Memorial — Obituary Search Name, state and publication-date obituary searching. Missouri Department of Health — Vital Record Fees Current Missouri death-certificate and correction fees. St. Louis County — Birth & Death Records Local certified-copy route, office information and application instructions. Missouri State Archives — Death Certificates Searchable digitized death certificates more than 50 years old. United Hebrew Cemetery Official cemetery address, contact, history and visitor-hour information. Chesed Shel Emeth Cemetery Official Jewish cemetery contact, history, burial and community-service information. Missouri Board of Embalmers & Funeral Directors State licensing, oversight and professional-regulation information. Federal Trade Commission — Funeral Rule Price information, General Price List and consumer-choice rights. VA — Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery St. Louis address, eligibility, burial space, scheduling and grave-location information.Berger Memorial Recent Obituaries FAQs
Where can I find Berger Memorial Chapel recent obituaries?
Start with Berger Memorial Chapel’s official Dignity Memorial location page and use its obituary search. You can also use Dignity Memorial’s obituary search by name, state and publication date.
What is Berger Memorial Chapel’s phone number?
Berger Memorial Chapel currently lists 314-361-0622. Its official page says phone help is available any time, day or night.
Where is Berger Memorial Chapel?
The official address is 9430 Olive Blvd, St. Louis, Missouri 63132. The location is in the Olivette area of St. Louis County.
Does Berger Memorial offer livestreamed funeral services?
Some Berger Memorial obituary pages include an official livestream or service video. Availability varies by family and service, so open the individual memorial rather than assuming every funeral is streamed.
Do Berger Memorial obituaries include shiva information?
Some memorial pages include shiva dates, locations and minyan information. Check the individual obituary because shiva details are family-specific.
Can I get obituary and service updates?
Some Dignity Memorial obituary pages include a Receive Updates option for service and memorial information. Availability depends on the individual page.
How do I confirm a Berger Memorial funeral time?
Open the individual official memorial and compare visitation, funeral, livestream, interment and shiva information. If the service is soon or details conflict, call Berger at 314-361-0622.
How much is a Missouri death certificate?
Missouri currently lists $14 for the first death certificate and $11 for each additional copy of the same record ordered at the same time.
Can St. Louis County issue Missouri death certificates?
St. Louis County’s current application states that its Office of Vital Records issues certified Missouri death certificates for records from 1980-present. Check the latest county instructions before ordering.
Where can I find an old Missouri death certificate?
Missouri State Archives provides searchable digitized death certificates once records are more than 50 years old. Older pre-1910 records can also be researched through Missouri Digital Heritage.
Which Jewish cemeteries appear on Berger Memorial obituaries?
Recent Berger memorials have included cemeteries such as United Hebrew Cemetery and Chesed Shel Emeth Cemetery. The correct cemetery depends on the individual family, so use the exact memorial before travelling.
How do I locate a grave at Chesed Shel Emeth Cemetery?
Contact Chesed Shel Emeth directly at 314-469-1891. Its staff says it can assist with grave-location, burial and archive questions.
Is United Hebrew Cemetery open on Jewish holidays?
United Hebrew’s current cemetery information says the cemetery is closed on Shabbat and Jewish holidays. Verify current hours before visiting.
How can I verify a Missouri funeral provider?
Use the Missouri State Board of Embalmers and Funeral Directors and its state licensing resources rather than relying only on a business directory.
What funeral price information can I ask for?
The FTC Funeral Rule gives consumers the right to request funeral price information by phone and receive a General Price List when discussing arrangements in person. Families can generally choose individual goods and services instead of an unwanted package.
Is there help if a family cannot afford a Jewish burial?
Chesed Shel Emeth says its mission includes community efforts to ensure indigent people receive a proper Jewish burial. Contact the funeral home and cemetery directly because assistance depends on individual circumstances and is not automatic.
What should a Veteran’s family in St. Louis check?
Check VA burial eligibility and Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery. The VA currently lists Jefferson Barracks as open for eligible casketed and cremated remains.
Does correcting an obituary change the death certificate?
No. Updating the online memorial changes only the public obituary. Missouri death-certificate corrections use a separate government process.
Before You Share, Travel, Order or Pay
- Start with Berger Memorial Chapel’s official Dignity Memorial page.
- Confirm the correct person using more than the name alone.
- Open the individual memorial for current service, livestream, cemetery and shiva details.
- Call 314-361-0622 if the service is soon or details conflict.
- Use St. Louis County or Missouri Vital Records for certified legal records.
- Use Missouri State Archives for older historical death-certificate research.
- Confirm cemetery hours around Shabbat and Jewish holidays.
- Ask for itemized funeral pricing before agreeing to services.
- Use official charity and livestream links only.
- Keep private medical, financial and family information out of public guestbooks.
RecentObituaries.info is an independent source-navigation guide. It is not Berger Memorial Chapel, Dignity Memorial, St. Louis County, Missouri Vital Records, a cemetery, congregation, the FTC or the Department of Veterans Affairs. Verify final service, payment, record and benefit information with the organization responsible for it.