“From the Earth We created you, and into it We will return you, and from it We will extract you another time.”

Quran 3:185

We understand that a death can be a time of great trial and pain and can be one of the most heart-rending time in your life when bidding farewell to someone you love or care for.  As Muslims, we are taught to trust Allah’s (S.W.T.) will and pray for mercy and forgiveness for the deceased.  To assist you during these difficult times, the Islamic Center of Passaic County provides funeral services striving to keep the transition for loved ones as smooth as possible. 

Office:  973-278-7070  

Email: info@icpcnj.org

Please call us at   973-278-7070  You will be directed with instructions as to how you may proceed.  The committee members will then take care of all the related services.

As part of our funeral services, we have designated access to a Muslim graveyard at Restland Cemetery located in East Hanover.  (77 Deforest Ave, East Hanover, NJ 07936)

Salatul Janaza (Prayer for the deceased)

Salatul Janaza is performed in the mosque in our spacious prayer halls for both men and women.  Muslim and Non-Muslim friends and relatives are welcome to attend the prayer service and offer condolences to family members.  Conservative attire is observed inside the masjid.  

Azaa Services

Azaa services can be arranged by contacting the office at 973-278-7070 and confirming availability of the facility.  We do not charge any fees for azza services, but a general donation to the masjid is strongly recommended.  An email request informing the community of azza services may be arranged by clicking on the link below:

Pricing Information

Checks, cash, or credit card payments are accepted and made payable to ICPC in the amount of $2500.00 for the price of the grave

Digging costs are set forth by the cemetery and vary depending on the day of the week.

$1825 weekdays 

$3000 Weekends

To request headstones; you will need to contact a private company specializing in headstones.

Cemetery Rules & Regulations – Laurel Grove Cemetery- Ground Burial Rules & Regulations

295 Totowa Road Totowa, NJ 

1. Artificial flowers not permitted throughout the year
2. Plantings permitted in up-right Headstone Sections Only within 1 foot of the monument
3. Minors must be accompanied by adults at all times.
4. Cemetery not responsible for thefts or acts of nature.
5. All monuments remain the sole property and responsibility of the lot owner.  See office for special maintenance needs.
6. Grave decorations limited to one foot from headstone, no balloons
7. No fences or borders permitted
8. No planting in non-title areas
9. No rock gardens allowed on graves
10. Put all trash in nearest receptacle  

Cemetery Visiting Hours: 8am to 5pm 7 days a week
Cemetery Office Hours: Weekdays 9 am to 4 pm
Saturday 9 am to 3 pm
-Holidays Observed-
New Year’s Day Memorial Day Veteran’s Day
Good Friday Fourth of July Thanksgiving
Easter Labor Day Christmas

Restland Cemetery-
77 Deforest Ave, East Hanover, NJ 07936- Rules & Regulations

Counseling Services

We at ICPC sympathize with family and friends during these trying times. Please contact us and we will gladly set up an appointment with one of the imams of our center; Dr. Mohammad Qatanani or Shaykh Osamah Salhia to offer their qualified spiritual counseling services to relatives or friends of the deceased. 973-278-7070

Care of Muslim Deceased’s Body

It is highly recommended to bury the deceased as soon as possible.

1. Immediate Post-Death Handling

Upon death, the body of a Muslim individual should be treated with utmost respect and gentleness. It is important to ensure that the body is kept clean and fully covered with a plain, modest sheet at all times. The covering should be done immediately after death, except in cases of medical or legal necessity, with specific attention to maintaining the coverings over the private parts of the deceased. Please ensure the following procedures are carried out immediately after the death of a Muslim patient: 

• Gently close the mouth and eyes
• Position the right hand over the left hand on the upper abdomen
• Bring the feet together, tying them if possible
• Position the face toward the Qibla (the direction of prayer for Muslims). If the nursing staff is unable to perform this task, then a family member should be contacted to do so

2. Handling and Movement

Those handling or moving the body should be aware of the importance of maintaining the deceased’s dignity. Movements should be done gently, ensuring that the body remains covered and also that the body is not carelessly harmed during the process, transport, or storage.

3. Organ Donation

If the deceased is an organ donor, it is crucial to contact the family to ensure that Islamic guidelines for organ donation are properly followed.

4. Storage Before Burial

If the body needs to be stored before burial, we kindly ask that it be placed in a designated area where privacy can be maintained, ensuring the body remains covered at all times. Any refrigeration or storage arrangements should continue to respect this principle.

5. Washing of the Body before Burial (Ghusl)

Islamic law requires that the body undergo a specific washing (Ghusl) and shrouding (Kafan) process before burial. This process is typically performed by trained members of the Muslim community of the same sex as the deceased, and the family or representatives from our mosque will coordinate with your facility to perform these rites as soon as possible, usually within 24 hours of death. Until this process can be performed, the body should not be subjected to any unnecessary procedures or examinations, unless legally required.

6. Autopsy and Medical Examination

Autopsies and medical examinations should be avoided if possible, as they are not in line with Islamic teachings. We understand, however, that there are certain legal requirements, and in those cases, we ask that the body be handled with utmost respect and gentleness, and released for burial as soon as possible.

7. Communication with the Family

It is also essential to ensure regular communication with the family of the deceased. They may have specific religious requests, and facilitating their wishes will help ensure that the religious rites are carried out in accordance with Islamic tradition.