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Johns-Ridout's Mortuary-Elmwood Chapel was established in 1962 to serve families of Birmingham, Alaba

Johns-Ridout’s Mortuary-Elmwood Chapel was established in 1962 to serve the families of Birmingham, Alabama. Serving more than 600 families a year, Elmwood Chapel is a long-established funeral provider. Today, we are proud to be part of the Dignity Memorial national network of funeral, cremation and cemetery service providers. We are committed to providing a level of funeral and cremation service that is 100 percent guaranteed, offering a unique selection of products, services and benefits. Dignity Memorial providers offer exclusive benefits, including National Transferability of Prearranged Services, the Bereavement Travel Program, the 24-Hour Compassion Helpline� and access to an acclaimed grief management library. As North America’s largest provider of funeral, cremation and cemetery services, the Dignity Memorial brand is your assurance of quality, value, caring service and exceptional customer satisfaction. As a Dignity Memorial provider, we can help you customize services that are as elaborate or simple as you desire, from catered events to quiet observances with family and close friends. Our mission is to ease the burden of the families we serve by guiding them through the process and ensuring their complete satisfaction. We understand losing a loved one is an emotional and difficult experience, and we are committed to assisting families with compassionate, professional and personal service. Please contact us if you need immediate assistance, or if you would like more information about our services.

09/12/2026

08/25/2026

If you would like to sign the book for Ms. Dolly Parton, it will be available every day from 9 am until 4 pm. We will send all pages to her family representative.

08/07/2026

****UPDATE****. All have been spoken for! ******

We are excited to announce that we are experiencing a renovation of our entire building. Our chapel will be a major change and we will have the original pews from 1962 that we will be happy to give to anyone who would like them. Please call 205-251-7227 for more information.

07/04/2026

Happy 250th Birthday America 🇺🇸

05/15/2026

Happy Anniversary Tina! She is celebrating 30 years of service. Helping her celebrate this milestone is Jeff, Tina, Lynn, Misty, Sharon, Joshua and Michael. Thank you Tina!

04/01/2026

Passover (Pesach) is a major eight-day Jewish festival (seven days in Israel) beginning on 15 Nissan (April 1–8, 2026), celebrating the liberation of the Israelites from Egyptian slavery. It commemorates the biblical Exodus story, specifically God "passing over" Jewish homes during the tenth plague. Key traditions include holding a Seder meal, reading the Haggadah, eating matzah, and removing leavened bread (chametz).
Judaism 101 (JewFAQ)
Judaism 101 (JewFAQ)
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Key Aspects of Passover
The Story of Passover: According to the Book of Exodus, Moses led the Israelites out of slavery in Egypt after God inflicted ten plagues upon the Egyptians, the last being the death of the firstborn. The Israelites left in such haste that their bread did not have time to rise, resulting in the tradition of eating unleavened bread, or matzah.
The Significance of the Passover Seder: The Seder is a ceremonial dinner held on the first one or two nights of Passover. It serves as a ritual retelling of the Exodus story, using symbolic foods (such as bitter herbs and charoset) to teach future generations about the journey from slavery to freedom.
How Passover is Celebrated:
Cleaning: Homes are cleaned to remove all chametz (leavened grain products).
Dietary Laws: Matzah replaces bread for the duration of the festival.
Seder Service: Family and friends gather to read the Haggadah, a book detailing the Exodus, and share a festive meal.
Cultural Differences: Ashkenazi Jews traditionally avoid kitniyot (rice, beans, corn) while Sephardic Jews may consume them.
When is Passover Celebrated: Passover begins on the 15th day of the Hebrew month of Nisan, which falls in spring. In 2026, it runs from sundown on April 1 to nightfall on April 9.
History and Symbolism: Passover has its origins in both a protective ancient apotropaic rite and the biblical Exodus narrative. It emphasizes themes of freedom, faith, and memory, and is seen as a foundational story of Jewish identity.

03/13/2023

Our Celebration of Life Event Planner, Susie Sorensen from Olinger Crown Hill Mortuary & Cemetery in Colorado, set up this amazing life story to honor this woman's life.

03/12/2023

Giving others a L.I.F.T.: Program helps widows, widowers find joy and meaning after the loss of a spouse
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When a husband or wife dies, the surviving spouse remains to navigate everyday life in a manner significantly different than what he or she is accustomed to, in addition to dealing with the grief of loss. Ten years ago, Hixson Funeral Home, under the Dignity Memorial brand umbrella, launched the L.I...

03/08/2023

Imagine a gender equal world. A world free of bias, stereotypes, and discrimination. A world that's diverse, equitable, and inclusive. A world where difference is valued and celebrated. Together we can forge women's equality. Collectively we can all . https://www.internationalwomensday.com/

03/07/2023

03/05/2023

Veterans have made important sacrifices for our country, and they deserve to be honored and remembered for their service. As a veteran, you and your loved one may qualify for burial benefits through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). However, there are many misconceptions about these benefits, so it’s important to understand what they include, who qualifies and how to request them. Here's what you need to know.

A veteran may qualify for VA burial benefits. Learn about VA death benefits and how a Dignity Memorial provider can help plan a tribute worthy of your sacrifice.

Address

800 Dennison Avenue Sw
Birmingham, AL
35211

Telephone

(205) 251-7227

Website

http://www.johnsridoutselmwoodchapel.com/

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