"Be sure we shall test you with something of fear and hunger, some loss in goods or lives or the fruits (of your toil), but give glad tidings to those who patiently persevere, who say, when afflicted with calamity: “To Allah we belong, and to Him is our return” – The Holy Quran 2:155-156
Islamic Cemetery
The only Islamic cementary on St. Thomas, USVI.
Location:
Smith Bay Eastern Cemetery
8 Smith Bay Rd, Smith Bay, St Thomas 00802, USVI
( Islamic section is on the western end inside the cemetery)
Burial
Burial process
Islamic burial services are available, however the family of the deceased needs to contact the masjid
immediately in order to properly process an Islamic burial.
Burial Fees
Regarding the costs associated with the funeral process, there are three (3) different payments involved:
Required Documents
Islamic Cemetery
The only Islamic cementary on St. Thomas, USVI.
Location:
Smith Bay Eastern Cemetery
8 Smith Bay Rd, Smith Bay, St Thomas 00802, USVI
( Islamic section is on the western end inside the cemetery)
Burial
Burial process
Islamic burial services are available, however the family of the deceased needs to contact the masjid
immediately in order to properly process an Islamic burial.
Burial Fees
Regarding the costs associated with the funeral process, there are three (3) different payments involved:
- 1. The Masjid (or organization) that owns the plot in the cemetery.
- 2. The Masjid (or organization) that will be responsible to complete the burial services, which include: Preparation of the gravesite, washing and shrouding the body, and performing the funeral prayer.
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- 3. The funeral home directly, for their services, which include: Funeral Director charges, transportation, facilities usage, and any other related expenses not mentioned. (Please contact funeral home services directly )
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- Note: Please contact the mosque directly via phone, or email to for all cost related expenses.
Required Documents
- Death certificate
- Islamic burial authorization letter
Development of the first Muslim burial site on St. Thomas, US Virgin Islands. Located within Smith Bay Cementery. The first Muslim burial was done in May 2012.