Jewish family memory
Make a yahrzeit calendar your family can verify
A useful yahrzeit calendar contains more than names and dates: it records sources, uncertainty, observance guidance, and the year for each calculated occurrence.
By Pinkas · Updated September 28, 2026
A practical first step
Collect the original information first, then generate a schedule. Keep verification notes in the private archive and share only the fields the recipients need.
An example to follow
For a community list, a display name and observance date may be enough. The underlying death certificate and contributor contact details should remain restricted.
Keep the record useful for the next relative
Save the original item or recording, the source of each claim, and the date you added the note. Label estimates and disputed details. Decide who should have access before inviting other people to help.