Kern River Family Mortuary
1900 N Chester Ave Ste B, Bakersfield, CA, 93308
Questions to Ask When You Call
You're not expected to know this. These questions help you compare and avoid surprises.
“Can I see your General Price List?”
Federal law (FTC Funeral Rule) requires them to give you itemized pricing. You have every right to ask.
“Do you accept insurance assignment?”
This means they bill the insurance company directly. You don't pay thousands upfront and wait to be reimbursed.
“What's included vs. what's extra?”
Packages may not include everything. Ask about the casket, embalming, transportation, facility fees, and death certificate copies.
Know Your Rights
The FTC Funeral Rule protects you. Every funeral home must provide an itemized General Price List if you ask — in person or over the phone. You are never required to buy a package and can choose services individually. You also have the right to use a casket purchased elsewhere.
Payment & Financial Options
Average in California
$3,244 – $10,202
Source: NFDA 2023 · Direct cremation to traditional burial
If they had life insurance, it can cover this
Funerals in this area run $3,244–$10,202. If your loved one had a life insurance policy, the benefit can cover these costs — and we'll file the claim and handle the carrier for you, even without the policy number. $0 upfront, and nothing if it doesn't pay out.
Services Offered
What Families Say
“We recently were referred to Kern River Family Mortuary for funeral preparations for our mother. Rob was very kind & considerate to us , explaining everything in detail. His prices are very reasonable and we will definitely use his services when needed again. Highly Recommend!!!”
— Rhonda Richmond
“Rob is the only Mortician we trust the members of our family with. He is so kind and sympathetic. He goes over and above what he has to do.”
— Lisa McMillan
“The service that you receive here is nothing short of being FAMILY. The moment you make that call or open the door you are wrapped in loving arms and compassion. The care that they give you in the beginning to even weeks after is unpresidential to anything that I've ever experienced. I saw that it wasn't just for my situation but for everyone that I saw come in or hear on the phone. They are not just workers they are the FAMILY that you need at a time when it's hard for others to be there for you because of their own grief and heartache .They are AMAZING at what they do. THEY TRULY ARE BLESSING FROM OUR LORD💕🙏”
— Dianna Norris
We can help with what comes next.
We file the life insurance claim and recover unclaimed property — the payout can help cover costs like these. $0 upfront.
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