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All descriptions that follow with a "RO-CE" and a number are from the Survey of Historic Jewish Sites and Monuments in Romania sponsored by the U.S. Commission for the Preservation of America's Heritage Abroad.

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FAGARAS: Brasov County

The cemetery is located in Fagaras, near the Greek Orthodox cemetery, cod 2300, judet Brasov, Transylvania, Romania. The alternate names are Fogaras (Hungarian), FOGARASCH, and FAGARASO. 4551 2458, 112.3 miles NNW of Bucharest and 55 km from Brasov. Present town population is 5,000-25,000 with no Jews.

The Jewish population by census was 113 in 1838, 183 in 1850, 180 in1857, 276 in 1869-1870, 276, 514 in 1910 registered, and 388 in 1930. The Jewish community was founded in 1820. The first synagogue was built in 18ioslated school was founded in 1840. In 1836, the synagogue was destroyed by the local townspeople, but it was rebuilt in 1858. The first rabbis of the community were Lobl Silberman until 1864 and Josef Cohne beginning with 1864. The unlandmarked Orthodox 19th and 20th century cemetery on isolated suburban flat land has no sign or marker. Reached by a public road, access is open to all. A fence with a non-locking gate surrounds the site.

Approximate pre- and post- WWII size is 100 m x 50 m. 100-500 stones are visible. 100-500 are in original location. 20-100 stones are not in original location. 25%-50% of the stones are toppled or broken. Location of stones removed from the cemetery is unknown. Vegetation overgrowth in the cemetery is not a problem. Water drainage is good all year. No special sections.

The oldest known gravestone dates from 19th century. The 19th and 20th century marble, granite, sandstone, and limestone memorial markers are flat shaped, smoothed and inscribed, carved relief-decorated, and double tombstones. Some have traces of painting on their surfaces and metal fences around graves. Inscriptions are in Hebrew and Romanian. No known mass graves. The national Jewish community owns the property used for Jewish cemetery only. Adjacent property is Greek-Orthodox cemetery. Rarely, private Jewish or non-Jewish visitors stop. The never vandalized cemetery has no care or maintenance. No structures. Weather erosion is a moderate threat.

Oprea Ioana, B-dul 21 Decembrie, no. 13-15, ap. 6, Cluj Napoca, tel: 190
849 and Popa Cosmina, Tatra Str., no. 4, ap. 11, Cluj Napoca, tel: 128 764 visited the site and completed the survey on December 15, 2000 using the following documentation:

No interviews. [January 2003]


FALCIUL: also see BARLAD
FALK: see FELEAC

FALTICENI:
Alternate names: Buciumeni/Falticenii Vechi/Fultichen/Gradinile/Opriseni/Tampesti/Timpesti. See: abandoned sites Jewish Heritage Travel: A Guide to East-Central Europe by Ruth Ellen Gruber- New York: John Wiley & Sons, Inc., 1992-217-218. Located at 47°27' 26°18' in Suceava County, Moldavia region. 1 picture in Saros Laszlo and Vali Dezso. Tanu ez a kohalom; (This Cairn is Witness Today) ISBN 963 7476 172. Bruce Kahn bkahn@servtech.com,
FĂLTICENI (I): (judet Suceava)
The cemetery is located at Str. Nutzu Ema 49, Fălticeni, judet Suceava, 4727 2618, 208.5 miles N of Bucharest and 25 km from Suceava. Present town population is 25,000-100,000 with 21 Jews.

The Jewish population by census was 1831 registered 360 Jewish families and in 1930 was 4046. In 1941, the Jews were deported to Transnistria. The cemetery was established in 18th century with last known burial was end of the 19th century. The unlandmarked Orthodox cemetery is 300 m. from the congregation that used it. The isolated urban flat land and hillside has no sign or marker. Reached by a public road, access is open to all. A broken masonry wall surrounds the site with a non-locking gate.

Approximate pre-WWII size was 250 x 400 m. Approximate post-WWII size is 250 x 400 m. 500-5000 stones are visible. (About 4500.) 500-5,000 gravestones are in original location. 20-100 stones are not in original location. 25%-50% of the stones are toppled or broken. Location of stones removed from the cemetery is unknown. Vegetation overgrowth in the cemetery is a seasonal problem preventing access. Water drainage is good all year.

The oldest known gravestone dates from about 1850. The 19th century granite, limestone, and sandstone gravestones have Hebrew inscriptions. Some have traces of painting on their surfaces, iron decorations or letting, bronze decorations or lettering, and other metallic elements.

The local Jewish community owns the property used for waste dumping. Adjacent properties are in village residential setting with houses, gardens, orchards, and pastures. Rarely, local residents stop. The cemetery was vandalized frequently in the last ten years. No maintenance. No care now. No structures. Security (uncontrolled access) is a serious threat. Weather erosion is a moderate threat. Vegetation is a moderate threat. Vandalism is a very serious threat. The gravestones are broken or stolen.

Lucian Nastasă, Clinicilor Str., no. 19, Cluj, Romania, tel. 064/190107. Email: Nastasălucian@hotmail.com completed the survey on September 22, 2000 using the following documentation:

Lucian Nastasă visited September 20, 2000 but conducted no interviews. [January 2003]

FALTICENI (II)
The cemetery is located at Str. Brosteni 76, Fălticeni, judet Suceava.

The cemetery was established in the end of 19th century with last known burial (Gold Sara) in May 2000. Liteni, judet Suceava, also used this unlandmarked Orthodox cemetery that is 2 km from the congregation that used it.

The isolated urban flat land has no sign or marker. Reached by a public road, access is open with permission. A masonry wall with a gate that locks surrounds the site. Approximate pre- and post-WWII size is 500 x 440 m. About 12,000 gravestones are visible. 20-100 stones are not in original location. More than 75% of the stones are toppled or broken. Location of stones removed from the cemetery is unknown. Vegetation overgrowth in the cemetery is a seasonal problem preventing access. Water drainage is good all year.

No special sections. The oldest known gravestone dates from the end of the 19th century. The 19th and 20th century marble, granite, limestone, sandstone, and slate memorial markers have traces of painting on their surfaces, iron decorations or letting, bronze decorations or lettering, and other metallic elements and metal fences around graves. Some have traces of painting on their surfaces, other than metallic elements, and metal fences around graves with Hebrew, Yiddish, and German inscriptions. The cemetery contains memorial to Jewish soldiers

The local Jewish community owns the property used for Jewish cemetery and orchard. Adjacent properties are in village residential setting with houses, gardens, orchards, and pastures. Frequently, private Jewish or non-Jewish visitors and local residents stop. The cemetery was vandalized occasionally in the last ten years. No maintenance, but current care is regular caretaker paid by the Jewish community of Falticeni, approximately 2 $/month.) Within the limits of the cemetery is a preburial house and a house, The preburial house has a tahara, catafalque, and an ohel. Vegetation is a moderate threat.

Lucian Nastasă, Clinicilor Str., no. 19, Cluj, Romania, tel. 064/190107. Email: Nastasălucian@hotmail.com completed the survey on September 22, 2000 using the following documentation:

Lucian Nastasă visited September 20, 2000 and interviewed Sinciuc Domnica, Str. Brosteni 76, Falticeni, judet Suceava. [January 2003]


FANTANELE: see FINTANELE
FARAOANI (Bacău judet): see BACĂU

FAURESTI:     US Commission: RO/MM/0308
Alternate Hungarian name: Forrasfalva. Located in Maramures at 4734 2345, 16.7 kilometers SE of Baia Mare. On the road from Copalnic Manastur, the road to the cemetery crosses the second bridge on the right. Follow the road back along the river. Cross the waterfall formed by a small stream entering the river continue following the track up the hillside. Nearing the top of the hill the cemetery is visible down on the right about 200 meters away.
     The cemetery in Fauresti (Forrasfalva) is badly in need of a caretaker. Although fenced at one time, sections are missing. Vegetation has been cleared occasionally, but threatens to take over the site and further disturb stones that are already leaning precariously. The cemetery currently has no caretaker, our informant, Mr. Gheorghe Danciu (44), said that the former caretaker, Mr. Ioan Vint, passed away in 1990 and that since his death there has been no caretaker. Before 1990, there was a man, who Mr. Danciu believes was from the Jewish community center in Cluj or Bucuresti, used to visit every year to make sure upkeep was being performed. One year, he came with jars of paint and colored in the writing on many of the stones, though today only a few traces remain. "In that time, in the time of Ceaucescu, this was an authorized cemetery like any other cemetery. It was protected by laws!" The road leading up to the cemetery was once covered with small rounded stones from the riverbed so that it was at one time possible to drive a car up to the top of the hill. Today, the site is in need of some serious repairs as many of the stones are leaning over; and the undergrowth is beginning to take over. A number of stones were removed before the 1990's especially towards the bottom of the cemetery where an entire row of perhaps 7 or 8 stones are missing.
     Although Mr. Danciu is only 44 years old, his father told him a great many stories about the former Jewish community. He pointed out that there used to be an "ice house" and a small building, that belonged to members of the Jewish community, at the intersection of the stream and the river. The "ice house" was in fact an artificial cave tunneled into the side of the hill to the left of the stream, that was supported by large timbers on the inside and had a door that locked. "In the winter time, they would use saws to cut large blocks of ice out of the river and then store them deep inside the ice cave. Then, in the summertime, when it was hot, they would take out blocks of ice and use it cool down drinksand beer.. Man did that get cold!" When Mr. Danciu was a child, in the middle 1960s, he and his friends used to play in the abandoned ice cave on hot summer days to keep cool. The ice cave is no longer recognizable today, only a slight depression in the hillside remains where the entrance used to be. Although the well, which supplied water to building near the icehouse, was filled in years ago, portions of the stones that were used to cover it up and fill it in are still visible beneath the underbrush. During the war, according to what Mr. Danciu has heard from his father, the Jewish community of Fauresti was taken away to the ghetto in Copalnic-Manastur in horse carts during the night.
     The cemetery location is rural (agricultural), on a hillside and isolated with no sign or marker, only a broken fence and gate that does not lock. The approximate size is 715 square meters and probably the same size as in 1939. 37 limestone or sandstone, flat-shaped, smoother and Hebrew-inscribed gravestones are in the cemetery, all in original location with ten broken or toppled and ten leaning. Missing stones probably were incorporated into roads or structures. Vegetation is a constant problem, disturbing stones and graves and damaging stones. Water drainage is good all year. No structures. The current owner is unknown. The substantially empty site is used for agricultural purposes and was vandalized between 1945 and the last ten years. In 1990, the Jewish Community in Baia Mare erected a fence and cleared vegetation. Seasonal clearing of vegetation stopped a few years ago. Uncontrolled access, vegetation, and erosion are serious threats.
     John DeMetrick and Christina Crowder, (formerly of Cluj, they have no further information) , completed this survey on 22 April 2000 using a list of cemeteries known by the Jewish Community in Baia Mare. They visited the site on 7 April 2000 and interviewed Mr. Gheorghe (Ghita) Danciu.


FEIGENDORF: see Micasasa
FEKETETOT: see TAUT

FELEAC: Bistrita County
The cemetery is located in Feleac, near the village, code 4586. Bistrita, 4705 2415, 203.5 miles NNW of Bucharest and 28 km from Bistrita. Alternate name: Fellak (Hungarian), Falk (German). Present town population is under 1,000 with no Jews.

The 1857 Jewish population by census was 13, in 1880 was 18, in 1900 was 18, and in 1930 was 13. In May 1944, the Jews were gathered in the ghetto of Bistrita and in June 2-6, 1944 were deported to Auschwitz. The unlandmarked Orthodox cemetery was established in 19th century. Last known burial was 20th century.

The isolated rural/agricultural hillside has no sign or marker. Reached by a public road, access is open with permission. A fence surrounds the site with a gate that locks. Approximate pre- and post-WWII size is 30 m.x 15 m. 1-20 stones are visible, some not in original location. Less than 25% of the stones are toppled or broken. Location of stones removed from the cemetery is unknown. Vegetation overgrowth in the cemetery is not a problem. Water drainage is good all year. No special sections. The oldest known gravestone dates from 19th century. The 19th and 20th century granite and limestone flat shaped and smoothed and inscribed common gravestones have Hebrew inscriptions. No known mass graves.

The national Jewish community owns the property used for Jewish cemetery only. Adjacent properties are a village setting with houses, gardens, orchards, and pastures. Rarely, private Jewish or non-Jewish visitors stop. The never vandalized cemetery maintenance has been re-erection of stones and clearing vegetation. Current care is occasional clearing or cleaning by unpaid individuals. No structures. Weather erosion is a moderate.

Cosmina Popa, Tatra Str. no. 4, tel. 064/ 128764, Cluj Napoca, 3400 and Ioana Raiciu, Bd. 21 Decembrie, 13-15, 064/190849, Cluj-Napoca, 3400 visited the site and completed the survey on July 26, 2000 using the following documentation:

No interviews. [January 2003]


FELIAK: see FELEAC
FELOR: see URIU 
FELOSBANYA: see BAIE SPRIE
FELSO-ARPAS: see Arpasu de Sus
FELSODERNA: see DERNA
FELSÖSZIVĂGY: see ASUAJUL de SUS
FELSOSZUCS: see SUCIU de SUS
FELSZOPOR: see SUPURU DE SIUS
FILDU de JOS: Located at 46°56' 23°04' in Sălaj County, Transylvania region, Alternate name: Alsofuld/. See also town of Cluj

FINATE:     US Commission Number: RO/MM/03
Alternate Hungarian name: Kovarfonac. Located in Maramures County at 4732 2346, 20.2 kilometers SE of Baia Mare and approximately 19 km. from Tirgu Lapus. As you drive along the main road through the village of Finate, from the town of Cernesti, the cemetery lies beyond the end of a dirt small dirt road on the left. When visiting this cemetery, the best thing to do is to ask for directions to the old "moara" (moe-arah), or mill, which lies at the end of the small dirt road about 150 meters from the main road. A small footpath leads beyond the mill, traverses a footbridge over the river, and continues towards the slope of a hill. The cemetery will be on your left. The distance from the mill is approximately 150 meters.
     Although this cemetery in Finate (Kovarfonac) did not figure on any of the lists that we had, local residents informed us of its presence. The cemetery has no caretaker and is likely entirely unknown to all but a few of the village residents. Someone has obviously visited this site within the past ten years as one of the stones has had the text highlighted with paint. The major threat to the cemetery is uncontrolled access and apparently no care. The site is located off the side of a grassy path leading up through a grove of trees between a mill and a farm on top of the hill where the grass and undergrowth are regularly trimmed (likely by whoever uses the path). However, there is a good deal of underbrush around the one remaining standing stone that threatens to topple it eventually. Hopefully someone can be appointed caretaker; and the site can be looked after. Until then, we can only hope that the stones will not be hauled away or damaged. Present cemetery size is by on-site guess: 30 m. It is not easy to tell as there is no clear definition as to where graves began and ended. There are only a few stones but there are mounds in the land where graves might be. 3 limestone, flat-shaped, smoothed and Hebrew inscribed gravestones are in the cemetery, one facedown, one broken into two pieces and facedown, and one stand, recently painted. Vegetation is a constant problem disturbing stones. Water drainage is good all year. The present owner of the property is unknown. (It seems that what remains of the cemetery is located next to a grassy path.) Adjacent properties are agricultural and pathway. Uncontrolled access, weather erosion and vegetation are threats.
     John DeMetrick and Christina Crowder, (formerly of Cluj, they have no further information) . They visited the site on 10 April 2000.

FINTANELE: Bistrita County
The cemetery is located in Fintanele, no. ___, code 4455, judet Bistrita, 4656 2417, 16.7 miles of Bistrita and 193.6 miles NNW of Bucharest. Alternate names: Ujos (Hungarian), Eisch (German), Fantanele (Romanian). Present town population is under 1,000 with no Jews.

The 1850 Jewish population by census was one and from 1930 census was thirteen. In May 1944, the Jews were gathered in the ghetto of Bistrita and in June 2-6, 1944 were deported to Auschwitz. The unlandmarked Orthodox cemetery was established in 19th century. Last known burial was 20th century.
The isolated rural/agricultural hillside has no sign or marker. Reached via private property, access is open with permission. A fence with a gate that locks surrounds the site. Approximate pre- and post-WWII size is 150 m. 1-20 stones are visible, some not in original location. Less than 25% of the stones are toppled or broken. Location of stones removed from the cemetery is unknown. Vegetation overgrowth in the cemetery is a seasonal problem preventing access. Water drainage is good all year.

No special sections. The oldest known gravestone dates from 19th century. The 19th and 20th century granite, flat shaped and smoothed and inscribed common gravestones have Hebrew inscriptions. No known mass graves. The national Jewish community owns the property used for Jewish cemetery only. Adjacent properties are a village setting with houses, gardens, orchards, and pastures. Rarely, private Jewish or non-Jewish visitors stop. The never vandalized cemetery maintenance has been re-erection of stones and clearing vegetation and repair of wall. Current care is occasional clearing or cleaning by unpaid individuals. No structures.

Cosmina Popa, Tatra Str. no. 4, tel. 064/ 128764, Cluj Napoca, 3400 and Ioana Raiciu, Bd. 21 Decembrie, 13-15, 064/190849, Cluj-Napoca, 3400 visited the site and completed the survey on July 26, 2000 using the following documentation:

They interviewed Gheorghe Mihai, Fintanele [January 2003]


FIZERU GHERLII:
Alternate name: Oerdöngösfüzes in Hungarian. Located at 47°01' 23°59' in Cluj County, Transylvania region, 50 km from Cluj-Napoca, 20 km from Dej, and 6 km from Gherla. The cemetery is located at the back of the courtyard of Mr. Vasile Pascu, Nr.32/B, 3493 Fizeru Gherlii, jud. Cluj, Romania. The current town population is 1,431 with no Jews.
     Censuses: 1850 - 6 Jews of a total population of 1,203, but 1857 ?no Jews; 1880 - 40 Jews out of 1,292; 1886- 28 Jews out of 1,365; 1891- 36 Jews of 1,502; and 38 Jews in 1930. In May 1944, the Jews were confined to Dej ghetto. On May 28 and June 6-8, all 30 Jews from Fizeru Gherlii were deported to Auschwitz. The Orthodox cemetery was established in the nineteenth century, 3 km. away. Other nearby communities used this cemetery. The rural (agricultural) isolated flat land with no sign or marker is reached by crossing a private property (of Mr. Vasile PASCU). Probably, the old road was incorporated in the present property. Access to the cemetery is open with permission. A continuous fence and a locking gate surround the cemetery. The approximate size of cemetery before World War II was 30 sq.m. There are 3 gravestones in the cemetery, two of which are in the original position and one that is broken. One tombstone is in the garden of Mr. Pascu outside the present cemetery. According oral testimony, possibly another Jew had his grave on his old property. The oldest known gravestone in the cemetery is from the nineteenth century. The limestone rough stones or boulders probably had Hebrew inscriptions but are destroyed. Known mass graves exist.
     Dej community must clarify the present status of the land. The Federation of Jewish Communities of Romania owns the property is used for Jewish cemetery only. Adjacent properties are agricultural and residential. The cemetery is rarely visited. The cemetery was possibly vandalized during the World War II but not in the last ten years. Care included annual clearing vegetation and fixing fence and gate in the 1960s and 1970s and annually since "controls" ceased by Dej Jewish community, str. Infrăþirii, nr. 8, 4650 Dej, ph.: 40-64-215179. Current care: The past caretaker has access to the site. The present owner found an unknown tombstone and offered to care for the cemetery himself. Dej Jewish community paid the past caretaker. There are no structures. Weather erosion and vegetation are moderate threats. There is a serious threat by presence of water. The tombstones are leaning. Mircea-Sergiu Moldovan, Ph.D. (Professor and architect), str. Paring, nr. 1, bl. A4, ap. 12, 3400 Cluj-Napoca, Romania, Ph.: 40-64-161261 completed the survey form on March 15, 1999 after a visit on March 10. An interview was conducted with Vasile Pascu of Fizeru Gherlii.

FOCSANI:
REFERENCE: See: abandoned sites Jewish Heritage Travel: A Guide to East-Central Europe by Ruth Ellen Gruber- New York: John Wiley & Sons, Inc., 1992 - 10. Located at 45°42' 27°11' in Vrancea County, Moldavia region. Alternate name: Foksani.

FODORA: Salaj County, Transylvania
The cemetery is located in Fodora, near the village, code 4676, judet Salaj, 4716 2341, 227.5 miles NNW of Bucharest and 45 km from Jibou. Alternate name: Olah Fodorhaza (Hungarian). Present town population is under 1,000 with no Jews.

The 1850 Jewish population by census was 44, in 1857 was 30, in 1880 was 31, in 1900 was 31, in 1910 was 39, and in 1930 was 6. In May 1944, the Jews were gathered in the ghetto of Cehei, then in Simleul Silvaniei and on May 31, June 3, 6 they were deported to Auschwitz. The unlandmarked Orthodox cemetery was established in 19th century. Last known burial was 20th century.

The isolated rural/agricultural hillside has no sign or marker. Reached by a public road, access is open to all. A fence with a non-locking gate surrounds the site. Approximate pre- and post-WWII size is 10 x 25 m. 1-20 stones are visible, some not in original location. 25%-50% of the stones are toppled or broken. Location of stones removed from the cemetery is unknown. Vegetation overgrowth in the cemetery is a seasonal problem preventing access. Water drainage is good all year. No special sections.

The oldest known gravestone dates from 19th century. The 19th and 20th century granite, flat shaped and smoothed and inscribed gravestones have Hebrew inscriptions. No known mass graves. The national Jewish community owns the property used for Jewish cemetery and an orchard. Adjacent properties are agricultural. Rarely, private Jewish or non-Jewish visitors stop. The never vandalized cemetery maintenance has been clearing vegetation Current care is occasional clearing or cleaning by individuals. No structures. Weather erosion is a moderate threat.

Cosmina Popa, Tatra Str. no. 4, tel. 064/ 128764, Cluj Napoca, 3400 and Ioana Oprea, Bd. 21 Decembrie, 13-15, 064/190849, Cluj-Napoca, 3400 visited the site and completed the survey on September 29, 2000 using the following documentation:

Cosmina Popa and Ioana Oprea interviewed no one. [January 2003]


FOGARAS: see Fagaras
FOGLAS: see SUPLACU DE BARCAU
FOKSANI: see also Focsani
FORRASFALVA: see FAURESTI
FRATA:
Located at 46°42' 24°03' in Cluj County, Transylvania region. See also town of Cluj

FRUMUSICA: Botosani, Moldavia
Located at 47°32' 26°54' in Botosani county, Moldavia region. Town population: under 1,000 with no current Jewish population. The mayor of the town of Frumusica is interested in the site and may share information. Caretaker. A miniscule Jewish community, 15 km. from Hirlau, Frumusica (probably suburban to Hirlau.) From the respondent's father's account, the town had maybe fifty Jews. Jewish Encyclopedia says the Jewish population was less than 200. The inactive cemetery location is isolated rural/agricultural flat land of a slight incline has a sign. The cemetery is reached by turning directly off a public road (by side of road). Access is open with permission obtained at the City Hall. Someone from City Hall probably will accompany the visitor to the cemetery surrounded by a continuous wooden fence with an entry opening. Probably about 500 or more tombstones are visible with about 75% or more topped or broken. Inscriptions are in Romanian and Hebrew. The cemetery is visited rarely by private visitors. Village officials say that they have funds to do anything for care or maintenance but they need medical supplies. If they get medical supplies, they will try to do something for the cemetery. The condition of the cemetery is a very serious problem due to neglect. The fence indicates some desire to protect it. Ravishes of time and nature have wrought great damage. Jack H Bloom, 23 Sherman Street, Fairfield, Connecticut. Tel: 203/255-0600, ext 111. Home tel: 203/374-5600 completed this survey on 25 August 1997. E-mail: JackHBloom@aol.com.
FRUMUSICA: (Botosani judet) US Commission No. _
Frumusica is located in Botosani judet, Moldavia region at 47°39' 26°58', 46 km from Tîrgu Frumos. Present town population is 5,000-25,000 with no Jewish population.

The 1831 Census registered 82 Jewish inhabitants and that from 1899 registered 79 Jewish inhabitants. The 1930 Census registered 36 Jewish inhabitants. Prominent residents include Avraham Sechter (1853-1918), scholar rabbi. This Jewish cemetery was established in the 19th century. The last known Jewish burial in cemetery was in 1941. The unlandmarked Conservative cemetery is 2 km from the congregation that used it.

The isolated flat rural (agricultural) land has no sign or marker. Reached by turning directly off a public road, access is open with permission. A continuous masonry wall and a gate that locks surround. The pre- and post-WWII size is 70 m X 60 m. 100 - 500 tombstones are visible with 1 to 20 not in original location. More than 75% are toppled or broken. Vegetation overgrowth and water drainage are not problems. Tombstones date from end of the 19th to the 20th century.

The marble, limestone, and sandstone tombstones are rough stones or boulders, flat shaped stones, finely smoothed and inscribed stones, and flat stones with carved relief decoration. Some have portraits on the stones. Inscriptions are in Hebrew and Romanian.

The national Jewish community owns the cemetery property now is used for Jewish cemetery and agriculture. Compared to 1939, the cemetery boundaries enclose the same area. Rarely, private visitors (Jewish or non-Jewish) stop. The never vandalized cemetery has no maintenance but care is by the regular unpaid caretaker. No structures. Security, weather erosion, and vegetation are slight threats.

Lucian Nastasa, Clinicilor str., no. 19, Cluj, Romania, tel. 064/190107. Email: nastasalucian@hotmail.com completed the survey on July 21, 2000 using the following documentation:

He visited July 21, 2000 and interviewed Cretu Constantin, Frumusica, Botosani judet. Phone: 032/554108. [June 2002]

FRUNZI: see SANMIHAIU DE CAMPIE
FULTICHEN: see Falticeni

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GAESTI: (Dimbovita County)
The cemetery is located at Gaesti, 0150, Campului Str., no. 35, judet Dimbovita. 4443 2519, 30 km from Tirgoviste and 43.2 miles WNW of Bucharest. Present town population is 25,000-100,000 with no Jews.

The Jewish population by census was 150 in 1889 and 130 in 1930. The unlandmarked Orthodox The cemetery was established at end of the 19th century. Last known burial was 1960.

The urban flat land, separate but near other cemeteries, has no sign or marker. Reached by a public road, access is open with permission. A fence with a gate that locks surrounds the site. Approximate pre- and post-WWII size is 50 x 40 m. 1-20 stones are visible. 1-20 stones are and 1-20 stones are not in original location. 25%-50% of the stones are toppled or broken. Location of stones removed from the cemetery is unknown. Vegetation overgrowth in the cemetery is not a problem. Water drainage is good all year. No special sections.

The oldest known gravestone dates from 1916. Tombstones date from the 20th century.
The marble, sandstone, and concrete flat shaped and smoothed and inscribed common gravestones have inscriptions in Hebrew and Romanian. No known mass graves.

The local Jewish community owns the property used for Jewish cemetery and orchard. Adjacent properties are residential. Rarely, private Jewish or non-Jewish visitors stop at the never vandalized cemetery maintenance has been cleaning stones and clearing vegetation. Current care is regular caretaker paid by the Jewish community of Pitesti. Within the limits of the cemetery is a preburial house. The chapel is now the caretaker's house. No threats.

Ursutiu Claudia, Pietroasa Str. no. 21, 3400 Cluj-Napoca, tel: 0040-64-151073 visited the site and completed the survey on 6 July 2001 using the following documentation:

Claudia & Adrian Ursutiu interviewed Dumitru Gabriel in Gaesti. [January 2003]


GALAC: see GALATII BISTRITEI
GALATI: * 201
Alternate name: Galacz, Galatz, Galaz, Galitz. Located at 45°27' 28°03'.
Cimitir Israelite (Jewish Cemetery): See: abandoned sites Jewish Heritage Travel: A Guide to East-Central Europe by Ruth Ellen Gruber- New York: John Wiley & Sons, Inc., 1992 - 201. Located at 45°27' 28°03' in Galati County, Moldavia region. The local Jewish Community owns cemetery with entrance on Str. Stefan cel Mare No. 34. Jewish tombstones dating from between 1590 and 1595 on were found in Galati. A second cemetery dates from 1629, and a third from 1774.
      http://www.aboutromania.com/maps7.html [August 2005]
Cimitir Israelite is located at Str. Stefan cel Mare 34, 6200 Galati, Galati judet, Romania, 250 Km from Bucharest. 1999 Population: 300,000 with 200 Jews.
     The earliest known Jewish community was about 1600. Jewish population (census) before World War II: 16,000. Jewish cemetery was established in late 1890s with last known Orthodox Jewish burial in cemetery in 2000. The urban flat land, separate but near other cemeteries, has no sign or marker. Reached by turning directly off a public road, access to the cemetery is open with permission. A continuous masonry wall with a locking gate surrounds the site. Present cemetery size is 12 hectares. Approximately, 17,000 gravestones are in cemetery, all in original location. The vegetation overgrowth in the cemetery is a constant problem, disturbing graves and stones. The cemetery has no special sections. The oldest known gravestone dates from 1895. The cemetery marble, granite, or iron rough stones, flat shaped stones, finely smoothed and inscribed stones, double tombstones, or obelisks have Hebrew inscriptions. Some tombstones have metal fences around graves. The cemetery contains special memorial mounuments to Jewish soldiers. The present owner of the cemetery property is the local Jewish community. The cemetery property is used for Jewish cemetery only. Properties adjacent are other cemeteries. Compared to 1939, the cemetery boundaries enclose the same area. The cemetery is visited rarely. Jewish or non-Jewish private visitors visit the cemetery. Vegetation was cleared (March 2000) and wall fixed (1999) by Galati Jewish Community that pays the regular caretaker. Within the limits of the cemetery is a pre-burial house with a tahara (table) and a catafalque. Slight threat: weather erosion and moderate threat: vegetation. Gheorghe Mireuta, Str. Rosiori, 6, Bl. R 5, Apt. 60, 6200 Galati, ROMANIA, Tel: 40 36 318433 completed survey on May 21, 2000 after a visit while accompanying Simone Bercu of Maryland shimona18@aol.com who has additional information about the Jewish Community and the burial register in the possession of the Jewish Synagogue. Galati has a JewishGen ShtetLink. ROM-SIG has information.
GALATI (I) (judet Galati)

The cemetery is located at Str. Stefan cel Mare no. 34, Galati, Romania, 4531 2304, 166.0 miles WNW of Bucharest and 110 km from Focsani. Current town population is over 100,000 with 10-100 Jews.

The Jewish population by census was 72 in 1803, 408 in 1831, 976 in1838, 3137 in 1859, 13970 in 1899 and 19252 in 1930. Between June and July 1944, many Jewish families were deported to Oltenia.

The cemetery was established in 1903. Last known burial was Grosu Clara Claudia in 1995. The unlandmarked Orthodox cemetery is 5 km from the congregation that used it. The isolated suburban flat land cemetery has sign in Romanian. Reached by a public road, access is open with permission. A masonry wall and fence with a gate that locks surround the site.

Approximate pre- and post-WWII size was 800 x 500 m. More than 5,000 stones are visible. More than 5,000 are in original location. 1-20 stones are not in original location. More than 75% of the stones are toppled or broken. Location of stones removed from the cemetery is unknown. Vegetation overgrowth in the cemetery is not a problem. Water drainage is good all year.

No special sections. The oldest known gravestone dates from 1903. Tombstones date from the 20th century. The marble, granite, limestone, sandstone, and slate
Some have traces of painting on their surfaces, iron decorations or letting, bronze decorations or lettering, and other metallic elements and portraits on stones, sculpted monuments, and multi-stone monuments are flat shaped and carved relief-decorated, double tombstones, and sculpted. Inscriptions are in Hebrew, Yiddish, German, Romanian, and Greek. The cemetery has Holocaust memorial and Jewish solider memorial.

The local Jewish community owns the property used for Jewish cemetery only. Adjacent properties are agricultural. Frequently, organized Jewish group or pilgrimage tours organized individual tours, Jewish and non-Jewish private visitors, and local residents visit the never vandalized cemetery maintenance has been re-erection of stones, patching broken stones, cleaning stones, and clearing vegetation by the local or municipal authorities and Jews abroad. Current care is regular unpaid caretaker. Within the limits of the cemetery is a preburial house with a tahara, catafalque, and an ohel. No threats.

Lucian Nastasă, Clinicilor Str., no. 19, Cluj, Romania, tel. 064/190107. email: Nastasălucian@hotmail.com visited the site and completed the survey on 22 December 2000 using the following documentation:

Lucian Nastasă interviewed Neculai Ana, Str. Stefan cel Mare no. 34, Galati. Phone: 422261 on 17 December 2000. [January 2003]
GALATI (II): (judet Galati)

See Galati I for town information.
The cemetery is located at Str. Stefan cel Mare no. 36, Galati, Romania.

The cemetery was established in 19th century with last known burial at the end of the 19th century. The unlandmarked Orthodox cemetery is 5 km from the congregation that used it.

The isolated suburban flat land has a sign in Hebrew. Reached via private road, access is open with permission. A fence with a no gate surrounds the site. Approximate pre- and post-WWII size is 300 x 200 m. 500-5000 stones are visible. 500-5,000 are in original location. 20-100 stones are not in original location. More than 75% of the stones are toppled or broken. Location of stones removed from the cemetery is unknown. Vegetation overgrowth in the cemetery is not a problem. Water drainage is good all year.

Cannot determine if cemetery has/had special sections. The oldest known gravestone dates from the end of the 19th century. The 19th century marble, granite, limestone, sandstone, and slate flat shaped and carved relief-decorated, double tombstones, and sculpted monuments have Hebrew, Yiddish, German, and Romanian inscriptions. Some have traces of painting on their surfaces, iron decorations or letting, bronze decorations or lettering, and other metallic elements and portraits on stones and sculpted monuments. The Galati Jewish community owns the property used for Jewish cemetery only. Adjacent properties are agricultural. Rarely,
private Jewish or non-Jewish visitors and local residents stop at the never vandalized cemetery maintenance has been patching broken stones, cleaning stones, and clearing vegetation by local or municipal authorities and Jews abroad. Current care is regular unpaid caretaker. No structures. No threats.

Lucian Nastasă, Clinicilor Str., no. 19, Cluj, Romania, tel. 064/190107. email: Nastasălucian@hotmail.com visited the site and completed the survey on 22 December 2000 using the following documentation:

Lucian Nastasă interviewed Neculai Ana, Str. Stefan cel Mare no. 34, Galati. Phone: 422261 on 17 December 2000. [January 2003]


GALATII BISTRITEI
The cemetery is located in Galatii Bistritei, near the village, cod 4420, judet Bistrita, Romania at 4659 2424, 194.2 miles NNW of Bucharest and 24 km from Bistrita. Alternate names: Galac (Hungarian), Heresdorf (German). Present town population is 1,000-5,000 with no Jews.

The 1850 Jewish population by census was 4 and from 1930 census was 41. In May 1944, the Jews were gathered in the ghetto of Bistrita and on June 2 and 6 were deported to Auschwitz. The unlandmarked Orthodox cemetery was established in 19th century. Last known burial was 20th century.

The rural/agricultural hillside, separate but near other cemeteries, has no sign or marker. Reached by a public road, access is open with permission. A fence with a gate that locks surrounds the site. Approximate pre- and post-WWII size is 30 m x 30 m. 1-20 stones are visible, some not in original location. Less than 25% of the stones are toppled or broken. Location of stones removed from the cemetery is unknown. Vegetation overgrowth in the cemetery is a seasonal problem preventing access. Water drainage is good all year.

No special sections. Tombstones date from the 19th century. The limestone flat shaped and smoothed and inscribed common gravestones have Hebrew inscriptions. No known mass graves. The national Jewish community owns the property used for an orchard. Adjacent properties are agricultural. Rarely, private Jewish or non-Jewish visitors stop. The never vandalized cemetery maintenance has been re-erection of stones and clearing vegetation. Current care is occasional clearing or cleaning by unpaid individuals. No structures. Vegetation is a "moderate" threat since the vegetation makes difficult access.

Cosmina Popa, Tatra Str. no. 4, tel. 064/ 128764, Cluj Napoca, 3400 and Ioana Raiciu, Bd. 21 Decembrie, 13-15, 064/190849, Cluj-Napoca, 3400 visited the site and completed the survey on July 21, 2000 using the following documentation:

They interviewed Somfelean Ioan, Galatii Bistritei. [January 2003]


GALOSPETREU: (Bihor County, Transylvania)
The cemetery is located at Galospetreu, 3765, com. Tarcea, judet Bihor, Romania at 4729 2213, 281.2 miles NW of Bucharest and 30 km from Sacuieni. Alternate name: Galospetri (Hungarian.) Present town population is under 1,000 with no Jews.

The 1880 Jewish population by census was 103 and was 55 in 1900. In May 1944, the Jews were gathered in the Oradea ghetto and on May 23, 25, 28-30, and June 1-5, 27 were deported to Auschwitz. The unlandmarked Orthodox cemetery was established in second half of 19th century. Last known burial was 1945.

The isolated rural/agricultural flat land has no sign or marker. Reached via private property, access is open with permission. A fence with a gate that locks surrounds the site. Approximate pre- and post-WWII size is 16 x 6 m. 1-20 stones are visible. All gravestones are in original location. Location of stones removed from the cemetery is unknown. Vegetation overgrowth in the cemetery is not a problem. Water drainage is good all year.

No special sections. The oldest known gravestone dates from second half of 19th century. The 20th century marble and sandstone flat shaped and smoothed and inscribed common gravestones have Hebrew and Hungarian inscriptions.

The local Jewish community owns the property used for Jewish cemetery only. Adjacent properties are agricultural. Rarely, private Jewish or non-Jewish visitors stop. The never vandalized cemetery maintenance has been cleaning stones and clearing vegetation by local non-Jewish residents. Current care is regular unpaid caretaker. No structures. No threats.

Ursutiu Claudia, Pietroasa Str. no. 21, 3400 Cluj-Napoca, tel: 0040-64-151073 visited the site and completed the survey on 3 July 2000 using the following documentation:

Claudia and Adrian Ursutiu interviewed Rezmives Carol, 30. 06. 2000, Galospetreu. [January 2003]


GATAIA: Timis County

The cemetery is located at Gataia, 1837, judet Timis, Romania. The alternate names are Gatalja (Hungarian) and Gattaja (German.) 4526 2125, 239.1 miles WNW of Bucharest and 19 km from Deta. Present town population is 5,000-25,000 with no Jews.

The Jewish population by census was 29 in 1880, 110 in 1900, and thirteen in 1930. The unlandmarked Orthodox and Neolog cemetery was established in second half of the 19th century. Last known burial was 1976.

The rural/agricultural flat land, part of a municipal cemetery ((Catholic cemetery) has no sign or marker. Reached by a public road, access is open to all. No wall, fence, or gate. Approximate pre-WWII size is unknown. Approximate post-WWII size is 40 x 20 m. 20-100 stones are visible with 20-100 in original location and 20-100 stones not in original location. 25%-50% of the stones are toppled or broken. Location of stones removed from the cemetery is unknown. Vegetation overgrowth in the cemetery is a seasonal problem preventing access. Water drainage is good all year. No special sections. The oldest known gravestone dates from 1874. The 19th and 20th century marble, granite, limestone, sandstone, and concrete memorial markers are flat shaped, smoothed and inscribed, and carved relief-decorated. Some have other metallic elements and metal fences around graves. Inscriptions are in Hebrew, German, and Hungarian. No known mass graves.

The local Jewish community owns the property used for Jewish cemetery only. Adjacent properties are in village residential setting with houses, gardens, orchards, and pastures. Rarely, private Jewish or non-Jewish visitors stop. The cemetery was not vandalized in the last ten years or occasionally in the last ten years. [sic] No maintenance. No care now. No structures. Security and vegetation are moderate threats.

Claudia Ursutiu, Pietroasa Str. no. 21, 3400 Cluj Napoca, Romania, tel. 0040-64-151073 visited and completed survey in September 2000 using the following documentation:

No interviews. [January 2003]


GATALJA: see Gataia
GATTAJA: see Gataia

GELU: Timis County

The cemetery is located at Gelu, 1961, com. Varias, judet Timis, Romania. Alternate Hungarian name is Ketfel. 4601 2103, 268.8 miles WNW of Bucharest and 28 km from Sanicolaul Mare.
Present town population is 1,000-5,000 with no Jews.

The Jewish population by census was 25 in 1880, 19 in 1900, and two in 1930. Unlandmarked Orthodox and Neolog The cemetery was established at end of the 19th century. Last known burial was inter-war period.

The rural/agricultural flat land, separate but near other cemeteries, has no sign or marker.
Reached via private property, access is open with permission. A fence with a locking gate surrounds the site. Approximate pre-WWII size is unknown. Approximate post-WWII size is 20 x 18 m. 1-20 stones are visible with 1-20 in original location and 1-20 stones not in original location. Less than 25% of the stones are toppled or broken. Location of stones removed from the cemetery is unknown. Vegetation overgrowth in the cemetery is not a problem. Water drainage is good all year. No special sections. The oldest known gravestone dates from 1893. The 19th and 20th centuries marble and sandstone memorial markers are flat shaped and smoothed and inscribed common gravestones. Inscriptions are in Hebrew and German. No known mass graves.

The local Jewish community owns the property used for Jewish cemetery and orchard. Adjacent properties are residential. Rarely, private Jewish or non-Jewish visitors stop at the never vandalized cemetery maintenance has been re-erection of stones, cleaning stones, and clearing vegetation. Current care is regular caretaker paid by the Jewish community of Timisoara. No structures. No threats.

Claudia Ursutiu, Pietroasa Str. no. 21, 3400 Cluj Napoca, Romania, tel. 0040-64-151073 visited and completed survey in 23 September 2000 using the following documentation:

Claudia and Adrian Ursutiu interviewed Apostol Natalia in Gelu. [January 2003]


GENCS: see GHENCI

GEOAGIU: Hunedoara County
The cemetery is located at Geoagiu, 2616, judet Hunedoara (outside the village), 4555 2312, 174.4 miles NW of Bucharest and 12 km from Orastie. Alternate name: Algyogyalfalu (Hungarian). Present town population is 5,000-25,000 with no Jews.

The 1880 Jewish population by census was 105, by 1900 census was 121 and in 1930 was 88. The cemetery was established in first half of the 19th century. Noteworthy individuals buried in The unlandmarked Orthodox and Neolog cemetery: Cohanim: Itzik Katz(d. 1855), Itzchak ben Elia haCohen (d. 1831). Last known burial was 1937.

The isolated hill has no sign or marker. Reached by a public road, access is open to all.
A fence surrounds the site with a non-locking gate. Approximate pre-WWII size is unknown. Approximate post-WWII size is 46 x 42 m. 20-100 stones are visible. 1-20 stones are not in original location. Less than 25% of the stones are toppled or broken. Location of stones removed from the cemetery is unknown. Vegetation overgrowth in the cemetery is not a problem. Water drainage is good all year. No special sections.

The oldest known gravestone dates from 1831. The 19th and 20th century marble, granite, limestone, sandstone, iron, and concrete flat shaped, smoothed and inscribed, and carved relief-decorated, and double tombstones have Hebrew, German, and Hungarian inscriptions. No known mass graves. The local Jewish community owns the property used for
Jewish cemetery only. Adjacent properties are agricultural. Rarely, private Jewish or non-Jewish visitors stop.

The never vandalized cemetery maintenance has been cleaning stones and clearing vegetation. Current care is a regular caretaker paid by the Jewish community of Deva. No structures. Security is a moderate threat.

Claudia Ursutiu, Pietroasa Str. no. 21, 3400 Cluj Napoca, Romania, tel. 0040-64-151073 visited the site and completed the survey in 24 September 2000 using the following documentation:

No interviews. [January 2003]


GERENDKERESZTUR: see Luncani
GERES: see GHIRISA

GHENCI: Satu Mare County, Transylvania
The cemetery is located in Ghenci, 3826, com. Cauas, judet Satu Mare, 4738 2232, 279.3 miles NW of Bucharest and 8 km from Carei. Alternate name: Gencs (Hungarian), Ghenciu. Present town population is 1,000-5,000 with no Jews.

The 1880 Jewish population by census was 11, by 1900 census was 19, and in 1930 was 12. In May 1944, the Jews were gathered in the ghetto of Carei, then in that from Satu Mare and on May 19, 22, 26, 29, 30, 31, and June 1 were deported to Auschwitz. The unlandmarked Orthodox The cemetery was established at end of the 19th century. Last known burial was inter-war period

The rural/agricultural flat land, separate but near other cemeteries, has no sign or marker. Reached by a public road, access is open to all via a broken fence with a no gate. Approximate pre-WWII size is unknown. Approximate post-WWII size is 40 x 10 m. 1-20 stones are visible, some not in original location. Less than 25% of the stones are toppled or broken. Location of stones removed from the cemetery is unknown. Vegetation overgrowth in the cemetery is a constant problem disturbing stones. Water drainage is good all year. Cannot determine if cemetery has/had special sections. The oldest known gravestone dates from end of the 19th century. The 19th and 20th century limestone, concrete, and local stone flat shaped and smoothed and inscribed common gravestones have Hebrew inscriptions. No known mass graves.

The local Jewish community owns the property used for Jewish cemetery only. Adjacent properties are residential and local cemetery. Rarely, private Jewish or non-Jewish visitors stop. The never vandalized cemetery had no maintenance. No care now. No structures. Security and vegetation are serious threats. The cemetery is almost covered by vegetation. Weather erosion is a moderate threat.

Claudia Ursutiu, Pietroasa Str. no. 21, 3400 Cluj Napoca, Romania, tel. 0040-64-151073 visited the site and completed the survey 27 July 2000 using the following documentation:

No interviews. [January 2003]

GHERLA: Cluj County, Transylvania
The cemetery is located at Gherla, Bradet, Dumbravei str, 3475, judet Cluj, 4702 2355, 208.1 miles NNW of Bucharest and 35 km from Cluj. Alternate names: Szamosujvar (Hungarian); Neuschloss (German). Present town population is 25,000-100,000 with no Jews.

The 1857 Jewish population by census was 162 and in 1930 was 1019. In May 1944, the Jews were gathered in the ghetto of Dej and on May 28 and June 6, 8, 1944 deported to Auschwitz. The unlandmarked Orthodox cemetery was established in 19th century. Last known burial was 1993.

The urban hillside, separate but near other cemeteries, has Jewish symbols on wall or gate. The sign mentions Jews. Reached by a public road and crossing private land, access is open with permission. A fence with a gate that locks surrounds the site. Approximate pre- and post-WWII size is 36 m. x 212 m. 100-500 stones are visible, some not in original location. Less than 25% of the stones are toppled or broken. Location of stones removed from the cemetery is unknown. Vegetation overgrowth in the cemetery is not a problem. Water drainage is good all year. No special sections.

The oldest known gravestone dates from 19th century. The 19th and 20th century marble, granite, sandstone, and "other" gravestones have Hebrew and Yiddish inscriptions. Some have traces of painting on their surfaces, iron decorations or letting, bronze decorations or lettering, other metallic elements, portraits on stones, sculpted monuments, and multi-stone monuments. Some have metal fences around graves. The national Jewish community owns the property used for Jewish cemetery and orchard. Adjacent properties are recreational. Occasionally, private Jewish or non-Jewish visitors stop. The never vandalized cemetery maintenance has been re-erection of stones, cleaning stones, and clearing vegetation. Current care is regular unpaid caretaker. Within the limits of the cemetery is an ohel.

Assistant Professor Alexandru Pecican, Almasului Str., Bl. R1, apt. 14, 3400 Cluj-Napoca
completed the survey and visited the site on May 9, 2000 using the following documentation:

He interviewed David Culcear, Gherla. [January 2003]


GHERTA MICA: Satu Mare County, Transylvania

The cemetery is located at Gherta Mica, 3937, judet Satu Mare, 4756 2314, 277.8 miles NNW of Bucharest and 24 km from Negresti Oas. Alternate name: Kisgerce (Hungarian). Present town population is 1,000-5,000 with no Jews.

The 1880 Jewish population by census was 36, in 1900 census was 67, and in 1930 was 51. In May 1944, the Jews were gathered in the ghetto of Satu Mare and on May 19, 22, 26, 29, 30, 31, and June 1 were deported to Auschwitz. The unlandmarked Orthodox, Hasidic cemetery was established at end of the 19th century. Last known burial was 1967.

The hill and hillside, separate but near other cemeteries, has no sign or marker. Reached via private property, access is open with permission. A fence with a non-locking gate surrounds the site. Approximate pre-WWII size is unknown. Approximate post-WWII size is 23 x 16 m. 1-20 stones are visible, some not in original location. 25%-50% of the stones are toppled or broken. Location of stones removed from the cemetery is unknown. Vegetation overgrowth in the cemetery is not a problem. Water drainage is good all year.

No special sections. The oldest known gravestone dates from second half of the 19th century. The 19th and 20th century granite, limestone, and concrete flat shaped and smoothed and inscribed gravestones have inscriptions in Hebrew and Romanian. No known mass graves. The local Jewish community owns the property used for Jewish cemetery and orchard. Adjacent properties are residential. Rarely, private Jewish or non-Jewish visitors stop the never vandalized cemetery maintenance has been cleaning stones and clearing vegetation. Current care is regular unpaid caretaker. No structures. Weather erosion is a moderate threat.

Ursutiu Claudia, Pietroasa Str. no. 21, 3400 Cluj-Napoca, tel: 0040-64-151073 visited the site and completed the survey on 30 June 2000 using the following documentation:

Claudia and Adrian Ursutiu interviewed Palincas Ana, Gherta Mica. [January 2003]


GHIORAC: see GHIOROC

GHIOROC: Arad County, Transylvania
The cemetery lost in aggressive vegetation is located in Ghioroc at the place called "La Dimb", 2899, judet Arad, 4609 2135, 249.3 miles WNW of Bucharest and 30 km from Arad. Around the abandoned cemetery are deserted houses. Alternate name: Gyorok (Hungarian), GHIORAC. Present town population is under 1,000 with no Jews.

The 1880 Jewish population by census was 32 and by 1910 census was 66. The unlandmarked Orthodox cemetery was established in 19th century with last known burial around 1946. The isolated rural/agricultural flat land has no sign or marker. Reached by a public road, access is open to all via a partial wall and a gate that locks.

Approximate pre-and post-WWII size is 46 m x 18 m. 20-100 stones are visible. All gravestones are in original location. Less than 25% of the stones are toppled or broken. Location of stones removed from the cemetery is unknown. Vegetation overgrowth in the cemetery is a constant problem damaging stones. Water drainage is a constant problem.

No special sections. The oldest known gravestone dates from 19th century. The 19th and 20th century marble, granite, and "other" flat shaped and smoothed and inscribed and double tombstones have inscriptions in Hebrew and Hungarian. Some have metal fences around graves.
No known mass graves.

The national Jewish community owns the property used for an orchard. Adjacent properties are commercial or industrial and other cemeteries. Rarely, private Jewish or non-Jewish visitors stop. The cemetery was not vandalized in the last ten years. No maintenance. No care now. Security is a serious threat. (part of the wall missing). Vegetation is a very serious threat and must be cut - damages stones) Vandalism is a moderate threat. The fences were stolen.

Elisabeta Pecican, Revolution Avenue, no. 35, apt. 31, Arad, 2900 completed the survey on September 11, 2000 using the following documentation:

Elisabeta Pecican visited the site on September 9, 2000 and interviewed Petrovici Ana, Ghioroc. [January 2003]


GHIRISA: Satu Mare County, Transylvania
The cemetery is located in Ghirisa, 3968, com. Beltiug, judet Satu Mare, 4736 2248, 269.8 miles NW of Bucharest and 28 km from Satu Mare. Alternate name: Geres (Hungarian). Present town population is under 1,000 with no Jews.

The 1880 Jewish population by census was 49, by 1900 census was 48 and in 1930 was 40. In May 1944, the Jews were gathered in the ghetto of Satu Mare and on May 19, 22, 26, 29, 30, 31, and June 1 were deported to Auschwitz. The unlandmarked Orthodox, Hasidic cemetery was established at end of the 19th century. Noteworthy individuals buried in the cemetery: The Hasidic Rabbi Itzak Eli Wellner, his wife Hendel, son Jonathan Beniamin and two daughters. Last known burial was 1934.

The isolated rural/agricultural flat land has no sign or marker. Reached by a public road,
access is open with permission. A fence with a gate that locks surrounds the site. Approximate pre-WWII size is unknown. Approximate post-WWII size is 54 x 30 m. 1-20 stones are visible, some not in original location. Less than 25% of the stones are toppled or broken. Location of stones removed from the cemetery is unknown. Vegetation overgrowth in the cemetery is not a problem. Water drainage is good all year.

The oldest known gravestone dates from end of the 19th century. The 19th and 20th century marble, limestone, and concrete flat shaped and smoothed and inscribed common gravestones have Hebrew inscriptions. No known mass graves. The local Jewish community owns the property used for Jewish cemetery only. Adjacent properties are agricultural. Rarely, private Jewish or non-Jewish visitors stop. The never vandalized cemetery maintenance has been re-erection of stones, patching broken stones, cleaning stones, and clearing vegetation by local non-Jewish residents and Jewish abroad in 1990 and1998. Current care is regular unpaid caretaker. No structures. Weather erosion is a moderate threat.

Claudia Ursutiu, Pietroasa Str. no. 21, 3400 Cluj Napoca, Romania, tel. 0040-64-151073 visited the site and completed the survey 27 July 2000 using the following documentation:

Claudia and Adrian Ursutiu interviewed Varga Antoniu, Ghirisa. [January 2003]


GILAU: see town of Cluj. Located at: 46°45' 23°23' in Cluj County
GÎDINTI (Neamt judet): see ROMAN

GIOROCUTA: Satu Mare County, Transylvania
The cemetery is located in Giorocuta, 3973, com. Supuru de Jos, judet Satu Marre, 4726 2248, 260.8 miles NW of Bucharest and 27 km from Tasnad. Alternate name: Girokuta (Hungarian). Present town population is under 1,000 with no Jews.

The 1880 Jewish population by census was 22, by 1900 census was 27 and in 1930 was 14. In May 1944, the Jews were gathered in the ghetto of Satu Mare and on May 19, 22, 26, 29, 30, 31, and June 1 were deported to Auschwitz. The Orthodox cemetery was established at end of the 19th century. Last known burial was inter-war period.

The rural/agricultural hill, part of a municipal cemetery, has no sign or marker. Reached by a public road, access is open to all. No wall, fence, or gate. Approximate pre-WWII size is unknown.
Approximate post-WWII size is approximately 7 x 5 m. 1-20 stones are visible, some not in original location. 50%-75% of the stones are toppled or broken. Location of stones removed from the cemetery is unknown. Vegetation overgrowth in the cemetery is a constant problem disturbing stones. Water drainage is good all year. No special sections.

The oldest known gravestone dates from 1895. The 19th and 20th century sandstone
smoothed and inscribed common gravestones have Hebrew inscriptions. No known mass graves. The local Jewish community owns the property used for Jewish cemetery only. Adjacent property is local cemetery. Rarely, private Jewish or non-Jewish visitors stop. The never vandalized cemetery maintenance has been clearing vegetation Current care is occasional clearing or cleaning by individuals. No structures. Security is a serious threat. (no fence, no gate) Weather and vegetation are moderate threats.

Claudia Ursutiu, Pietroasa Str. no. 21, 3400 Cluj Napoca, Romania, tel. 0040-64-151073 visited the site and completed the survey 28 July 2000 using the following documentation:

They interviewed Ciuca Fabian, no. 57, Giorocuta. [January 2003]


GIRBOU: Salaj County, Transylvania
The cemetery is located in Girbou on the hill of the church, 4690, judet Salaj, 4709 2326, 227.3 miles NNW of Bucharest and 47 km from Dej. Alternate name: Csakigorbo (Hungarian) Present town population is 25,000-100,000 with fewer than 10 Jews.

The Jewish population by 1880 census was 22 and in 1930 was 14. The Jews were gathered in May 1944 in the ghetto of Dej and on May 28th, and June 6th, 8th 1944 deported to Auschwitz. The unlandmarked Orthodox cemetery was established in 19th century. Last known burial was 20th century.

The isolated rural/agricultural hillside has no sign or marker. Reached by a public road, access is open to all. A fence with a non-locking gate surrounds the site. Approximate pre- and post-WWII size is 20 x 40 m. 1-20 stones are visible, all in original location. Less than 25% of the stones are toppled or broken. Location of stones removed from the cemetery is unknown. Vegetation overgrowth in the cemetery is not a problem. Water drainage is a constant problem. No special sections.

The oldest known gravestone dates from 19th century. The 19th and 20th century marble and sandstone boulders and smoothed and inscribed common gravestones have Hebrew inscriptions. No known mass graves. The national Jewish community owns the property used for.
Jewish cemetery only. Adjacent properties are in village residential setting with houses, gardens, orchards, and pastures. Occasionally, private Jewish or non-Jewish visitors stop. The never vandalized cemetery maintenance has been annual clearing vegetation by local non-Jewish residents. Current care is occasional clearing or cleaning by unpaid individuals.

Asst. Prof. Alexandru Pecican, Almasului Str., Bl. R1, apt. 14, 3400 Cluj-Napoca completed the survey on April 29, 2000 using the following documentation:

Assist. Prof. Alexandru Pecican visited the site on April 21, 2000 and interviewed Velica Viorica, Girbou. [January 2003]


GIROKUTA: see GIOROCUTA
GIROV: see BOZIENII DE SUS
GIROV: see PIATRA NEAMT

GIUNGI: Satu Mare County, Transylvania
The location of the cemetery is Giungi, 3966, com. Beltiug, judet Satu Mare, 4734 2247, 268.5 miles NW of Bucharest and 40 km from Satu Mare. The alternate name is Gyongy (Hungarian). Present town population is under 1,000 with no Jews.

The 1880 Jewish population by census was 32, by 1900 census was 36 and in 1930 was 14. In May 1944, the Jews were gathered in the ghetto of Satu Mare and on May 19, 22, 26, 29, 30, 31, and June 1 were deported to Auschwitz. The unlandmarked Orthodox The cemetery was established at end of the 19th century. Last known burial was inter-war period.

The rural/agricultural flat land, separate but near other cemeteries, has no sign or marker.
Reached by a public road, access is open with permission. A fence with a gate that locks surrounds the site. Approximate pre-WWII size is unknown. Approximate post-WWII size is 108 x 15 m. 1-20 stones are visible, all in original location. Stones removed from the cemetery are probably in farms. Vegetation overgrowth in the cemetery is not a problem. Water drainage is good all year.

The oldest known gravestone dates from beginning of the 20th century. Tombstones date from the 20th century. The smoothed and inscribed common gravestones have Hebrew inscriptions. No known mass graves.

The local Jewish community owns the property used for Jewish cemetery and orchard. Adjacent properties are agricultural and local cemetery. Rarely, private Jewish or non-Jewish visitors stop. The cemetery was not vandalized in the last ten years or occasionally in the last ten years. [sic] Maintenance has been clearing vegetation. Current care is regular unpaid caretaker.

Claudia Ursutiu, Pietroasa Str. no. 21, 3400 Cluj Napoca, Romania, tel. 0040-64-151073 visited the site and completed the survey 27 July 2000 using the following documentation:

Claudia and Adrian Ursutiu interviewed Ghetea Vasile, Giungi. [January 2003]


GIURGIU: Giurgiu County
The cemetery is located at Giurgiu, 8375, Mihai Viteazu Str. no. 1, judet Giurgiu. 4353 2558, 38.5 miles S of Bucharest and 60 km from Bucuresti. Current town population is over 100,000 with fewer than 10 Jews.

The Jewish population by census was 427 in 1889 and 450 in 1930. The unlandmarked Orthodox The cemetery was established at end of the 19th century. Last known burial was 1996.

The urban flat land, separate but near other cemeteries, has no sign or marker. Reached by a public road, access is open with permission. Masonry wall with a gate that locks surrounds the site. Approximate pre- and post-WWII size is 120 x 100 m. 100-500 stones are visible. 100-500 are in original location. 20-100 stones are not in original location. 25%-50% of the stones are toppled or broken. Location of stones removed from the cemetery is unknown. Vegetation overgrowth in the cemetery is a seasonal problem preventing access. Water drainage is good all year. No special sections.

The oldest known gravestone dates from end of the 19th century. The 19th and 20th century marble, granite, limestone, and concrete memorial markers are flat shaped, smoothed and inscribed, and carved relief-decorated, double tombstones, and sculpted monuments. Some have portraits on stones and metal fences around graves. Inscriptions are in Hebrew and Romanian. No known mass graves.

The local Jewish community owns the property used for Jewish cemetery and orchard. Adjacent property is (local cemetery.) Rarely, private Jewish or non-Jewish visitors and local residents stop at the never vandalized cemetery maintenance has been clearing vegetation. Current care is regular caretaker paid by the Jewish community of Pitesti. Within the limits of the cemetery is a preburial house. The chapel is now the caretaker's house. No threats.

Ursutiu Claudia, Pietroasa Str. no. 21, 3400 Cluj-Napoca, tel: 0040-64-151073 visited the site and completed the survey on 9 July 2001 using the following documentation:

Claudia & Adrian Ursutiu interviewed Ivanus Dumitru in Giurgiu. [January 2003]


GLATT: see GLOD
GLOD: Salaj County
The cemetery is located in the center of the village, Glod, 4678, judet Salaj, 4717 2339, 229.3 miles NNW of Bucharest and 31 km from Dej. Alternate names: Szamossosmezo (Hungarian) and Glatt (German). Present town population is under 1,000 with no Jews.

The 1857 Jewish population by census was 76 and in 1930 was 38. The Jews were gathered in the ghetto of Dej in May 1944 and deported to Auschwitz between May 28-June 8, 1944.
The unlandmarked Orthodox cemetery was established in 19th century. Last known burial was 1931.

The isolated rural/agricultural flat land has no sign or marker. Reached by a public road, access is open to all. A fence with a non-locking gate surrounds the site. Approximate pre- and post -WWII size is 100 m x 26 m. 20-100 stones are visible, all in original location. Less than 25% of the stones are toppled or broken. Gravestones missing from the cemetery are in a museum or with a conservator. Vegetation overgrowth in the cemetery is not a problem. Water drainage is a constant problem. No special sections.

The oldest known gravestone dates from 19th century. The 19th century marble, granite, and "other" material memorial markers are only common gravestones with Hebrew inscriptions. The national Jewish community owns the property used for Jewish cemetery only. Rarely, private Jewish or non-Jewish visitors stop. The never vandalized cemetery maintenance has been clearing vegetation by local non-Jewish residents. No care now. No structures. Security is a moderate threat. Weather erosion and vegetation are serious threats.

Assistant Professor Alexandru Pecican, Almasului Str., Bl. R1, apt. 14, 3400 Cluj-Napoca, Romania visited the site and completed the survey on April 4, 2000 using the following documentation:

He interviewed Lacatus Eleonora in Glod. [January 2003]


GLODENI: Mures County, Transylvania
The cemetery is located at Glodeni, near the village, cod 4294, judet Mures, 4639 2436, 169.4 miles NNW of Bucharest and 15 km from Targu Mures. Alternate name: Sarpatak (Hungarian). Present town population is 1,000-5,000 with no Jews.

The 1850 Jewish population by census was 23 and from 1930 census was 22. In May 1944, the Jews were gathered in the ghetto of Targu Mures; and on May 27, 30 and June 8, 1944 were deported to Auschwitz. The unlandmarked Orthodox cemetery was established in 19th century. Last known burial was 20th century.

The isolated rural/agricultural flat land has no sign or marker. Reached by a public road,
access is open with permission. A fence with a gate that locks surrounds the site. Approximate pre- and post-WWII size is 30 m x 15 m. 1-20 stones are visible, some not in original location. Less than 25% of the stones are toppled or broken. Location of stones removed from the cemetery is unknown. Vegetation overgrowth in the cemetery is not a problem. Water drainage is good all year. No special sections.

The oldest known gravestone dates from 19th century. The 19th and 20th century granite, marble, and limestone common gravestones have Hebrew inscriptions. No known mass graves. The national Jewish community owns the property used for orchard. Adjacent properties are agricultural. Rarely, private Jewish or non-Jewish visitors stop. The never vandalized cemetery maintenance has been clearing vegetation. Current care is occasional clearing or cleaning by unpaid individuals. No structures. Weather erosion is a moderate threat.

Cosmina Popa, Tatra Str. no. 4, tel. 064/ 128764, Cluj Napoca, 3400 and Ioana Oprea, Bd. 21 Decembrie, 13-15, 064/190849, Cluj-Napoca, 3400 visited the site and completed the survey on 7 August 2000 using the following documentation:

No interviews. [January 2003]


GORGENY SZENT IMRE: see GURGHIU
GRADINILE: see Falticeni

GROSS-SCHOGEN: see SIEU
GROSSANKNIKOLAUS: see Sannicolaul Mare
GROSSANKTPETER: see SANPETRU MARE
GROSSENDORF: see NUSENI
GROSI: Bihor County, Transylvania

The cemetery is located in Grosi, 3586, com. Auseu, judet Bihor, Romania at 4702 2229, 250.2 miles NW of Bucharest and 3.9 miles SE km of Alesd at 4704 2225. Alternate name: Totos (Hungarian). Present town population is 1,000-5,000.with no Jews.

The 1880 Jewish population by census was 17, by 1900 census was 15, and in 1930 was 11. In May 1944, the Jews were gathered in the Oradea ghetto and on May 23, 25, 28-30, and June 1-5, 27 were deported to Auschwitz. The unlandmarked Orthodox c cemetery was established in end of 19th century Last known burial was first half of 20th century.

The rural/agricultural hillside, separate but near other cemeteries, has no sign or marker. Reached by a public road, access is open to all. A fence surrounds the site. Approximate pre-WWII size is unknown. Approximate post-WWII size is 33 x 30 m. [?]1-20 stones are in original location. Location of stones removed from the cemetery is unknown. Vegetation overgrowth in the cemetery is not a problem. Water drainage is good all year.

The oldest known gravestone dates from end of the 19th century. The 19th and 20th century limestone flat shaped common gravestones have Hebrew inscriptions. No known mass graves. The local Jewish community owns the property used for Jewish cemetery and orchard. Adjacent properties are residential. Rarely, private Jewish or non-Jewish visitors stop at the never vandalized cemetery or vandalized in the last ten years. [sic] Maintenance has been cleaning stones and clearing vegetation. Current care is regular unpaid caretaker. No structures.

Ursutiu Claudia, Pietroasa Str. no. 21, 3400 Cluj-Napoca, tel: 0040-64-151073 visited the site and completed the survey on 6 July 2000 using the following documentation: