Mayfield Cemetery

Mayfield Cemetery is a 21-acre burial ground in Cleveland Heights containing approximately 12,000 graves marked with marble monuments. The space is divided into maintained sections by paved pathways, and includes a mausoleum building with a chapel.

The cemetery was established in 1887 when a religious congregation purchased the land to serve as a burial ground for the Jewish population on Cleveland's east side. At that time, the location was still beyond the city's boundaries.

The cemetery serves as the burial ground for members of two major Reform congregations in the area, with its maintained sections reflecting the traditions and values of these communities. The organized landscape shows how the place holds meaning for families across generations.

The cemetery is located on Mayfield Road with good access and clearly marked pathways throughout. Visitors interested in family history can find burial records through local genealogical resources.

The grounds represent the only Jewish garden cemetery in Cuyahoga County and hold the burial site of a notable religious leader in its southwest section. This combination of historical significance and rare design sets it apart from other burial places in the area.

Location: Cleveland Heights

Inception: July 31, 1887

GPS coordinates: 41.51386,-81.58228

Latest update: December 12, 2025 12:07