Spalding Mortuary
3045 S La Brea Ave, Los Angeles, CA, 90016
License #1121
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
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What Families Say
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— Cheuk Chok ka man
“Horrible experience from the moment they picked up my father in law only 1 person went to pick up his body he dropped him 3 times his own son and daughter had to carry his body out and the person in charge is still in the middle of the apt complex making calls then the communication with the personal in charge is horrible and really bad attitude worst place ever don’t use this mortuary take your love one somewhere else if I can give 0 stars I would definitely”
— Leilani Martinez
“Exceeded My Expectations! My father who lived in LA passed away and I live on the East Coast, so I had to rely on online reviews and brief phone interviews to select a mortuary. Prior to reading the reviews for Spalding I had a conversation with Mrs. Kathryn Spalding & it was her kind patient demeanor that had me sold. She wasn't pushy and rushing to the next client call as did another mortuary. She exuded empathy, listened to my questions & repeatedly advised me to take my time. It was after that conversation that I read the Yelp reviews...DO NOT BELIEVE THE NEGATIVE REVIEWS. The negative reviews did not match the warm & fuzzy convo I had. Though I still wanted to move forward with them I did call Mrs. Spalding to ensure my family and I would not encounter the concerns highlighted in the negative reviews. She wasn't defensive at all, she was reassuring...just as she had been in our initial convo and went as far as to send me copies of their license. Sadly death brings out ugliness and contention in some families; however, the Spalding staff was able to navigate through all of that & remained professional and objective. Thank you to Mrs. Kathryn Spalding & the Spalding staff for guiding me through this emotionally challenging time. NO REGRETS in selecting Spalding Mortuary.”
— Joi Rutherford
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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