Meda
595 E Colorado Blvd, Pasadena, CA, 91101
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.
“Do you offer payment plans?”
Many funeral homes allow you to spread the cost over time. Ask about down payments, terms, and financing options.
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.
Average in California
$3,244 – $10,202
Source: NFDA 2023 · Direct cremation to traditional burial
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.
“If 0 stars were possible thats what I would give. This has been the worst possible experience. Losing a loved one is the hardest thing....having to deal with an unorganized money hungry company such as this made everything so much worse. If you find yourself in the heart breaking need of any funeral home services do NOT use them. In the beginning Ursula will make you feel like you and your loved one are important and you're not. The day time person is Natalia, she's very rude and should stay away from any type of customer service. When I tried to bring up some concerns of the family instead of asking what the concerns were she right away got extremely defensive and literally started shouting over the phone... and at that point they already have your relative so what do you do then?”
— Alma Silva
“I had a great experience with this funeral home. My dad passed away from covid, they quickly picked him up from the overcrowded hospital morgue and were able to cremate him with out embalming like some other were suggesting needed to be done. The had a fair price and did not try to upsell me. Finally and perhaps best of all they went out of their way and worked extra late to deliver the ashes to my mom while I was in town so she would have to go through that alone. Thank you Avalon for making this a seemless experience.”
— Tera Springman
“My experience at this funeral home was excellent. The staff listened to us and worked out a great package to meet our needs. The services were memorable. They also have very reasonable prices. My family and I had a wonderful experience. We highly recommend this funeral home.”
— Isabella Centeno
We file the life insurance claim and recover unclaimed property — the payout can help cover costs like these. $0 upfront.
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