Janazah & Cemetery Procedures
This page is here to support families with clear steps from the announcement of death through Janazah prayer and burial. Please read this first—then contact the Masjid coordinator.
- Notify your funeral home (or hospital case manager) to begin official paperwork.
- Text the death certificate screenshot/photo to the Masjid contact below.
- Confirm Janazah prayer location/time and burial plan with the coordinator.
What to do immediately (first 30 minutes)
These steps help the family move quickly and calmly while ensuring the Masjid can coordinate Janazah and burial without delays.
- Hospital or authorities confirm the death and next steps.
- Choose a funeral home (or contact your existing provider).
- Ask what documents are required for burial scheduling in your county.
- Text a photo/screenshot of the death certificate as soon as available.
- Share: deceased name, family contact name/number, and preferred timing.
- Coordinator will advise whether the body comes to the Masjid or goes directly to the cemetery.
Who to contact
Please contact the Masjid coordinator as early as possible so we can coordinate Janazah prayer and burial logistics.
After-hours guidance: Text or Leave Message
- Primary contact is unavailable
- Time-sensitive scheduling issues
- Cemetery access needs immediate coordination
What documents are needed
To avoid delays, please prepare these items as early as possible. Requirements can vary depending on the situation and funeral home guidance.
- Death certificate — send a photo/screenshot to the Masjid coordinator.
- Deceased person’s full name (English) + DOB + DOD
- Family point-of-contact name + phone number
- Government ID for the family point of contact
- Hospital or medical examiner documentation (as applicable)
- County permits and filing requirements (handled by funeral home)
Do not post sensitive documents publicly or in group chats.
Step-by-step process (death → Janazah → burial)
Below is the typical flow. Some steps may shift depending on the hospital, funeral home, and timing.
- Hospital/authorities confirm and release to funeral home.
- Family selects a funeral home (if not already chosen).
- Death certificate process starts (funeral home guides).
- Text the death certificate screenshot/photo as soon as available.
- Confirm family point-of-contact details.
- Coordinator advises next steps and scheduling.
[Add GSIS-specific guidance here if applicable.]
- Janazah may be held at the Masjid or cemetery depending on timing/logistics.
- Coordinator confirms time and location with the Imam and family.
- Announcements may be shared per Masjid policy.
Cemetery access, digger scheduling, and plot readiness will be coordinated based on availability.
Masjid vs Funeral Home responsibilities
Clear responsibilities reduce confusion and delays. The Masjid supports religious coordination and cemetery procedures; funeral homes handle licensed transportation and legal filing.
- Janazah prayer scheduling (with the Imam)
- GSIS cemetery burial coordination
- Community guidance and support
- Burial service package administration (if applicable)
- Transportation of the deceased (hospital/home → facility → cemetery)
- Legal paperwork and county requirements
- Death certificate filing and permits
- Preparation services as licensed/contracted
GSIS burial service package
GSIS provides cemetery burial services designed to honour loved ones with dignity and care. The details below reflect our current cemetery package.
- The Barrier Plot [Add definition if needed]
- Grave digger fees
- Engraved granite headstone (English)
- Plywood burial box
- Cemetery maintenance
- English engraving (included): Name only (no titles), DOB, DOD
- Arabic engraving (optional): $5.00 per letter
- Material & size: granite, 4” thick × 8” wide × 16” long
- Typical completion time: 4–6 weeks
Cemetery information
Use the address and map below for directions. Please follow the coordinator’s instructions for arrival time, parking, and gathering.
[Street Address]
[City, State ZIP]
Funeral home references (if approved)
Families may choose any licensed funeral home. The references below are shared only if approved by the Board and are provided for convenience (not an exclusive endorsement).
Address: [Address]
Notes: [Any helpful notes / after-hours, etc.]
Address: [Address]
Notes: [Any helpful notes / after-hours, etc.]
[Add details only if confirmed and approved: what to ask for, who qualifies, what’s included, and any limits.]
FAQ (the call-killers)
These answers cover the most common questions we receive. If you still need help, contact the coordinator above.
- What should the family bring to the cemetery?
- What are the expected burial timelines?
- What are the cemetery rules for parking and gathering?
- How does Arabic engraving work (and how many letters)?
- Who do we contact if we need to correct headstone spelling?
Printable one-page quick guide
You can print this section as a one-page quick guide. If you upload a PDF version, place the link below.
Backup: (843) 251-9260
Deceased name + DOB/DOD
Family point-of-contact number
Dua & gentle closing
May Allah (ﷻ) forgive the deceased, expand their grave with light, and grant them Jannatul-Firdaws. May Allah grant the family patience (ṣabr), strengthen their hearts, and reward them for every moment of care and endurance.
اللَّهُمَّ اغْفِرْ لَهُ وَارْحَمْهُ وَعَافِهِ وَاعْفُ عَنْهُ
Allahumma’ghfir lahu warhamhu wa ‘afihi wa’fu ‘anhu.
