Franklin & Downs Funeral Home
2561 5th St, Ceres, CA, 95307
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
Business Hours
What Families Say
“We had a wonderful experience working with Franklin & Downs. They made a difficult process as convenient and easy as possible. Melissa was so kind and responsive and answered all of my many questions. They provided many options for making the services a beautiful celebration of our loved one's life. Their compassion and attention to detail was so appreciated.”
— Kathleen Hackett
“My experience with Franklin and Downs has been a pleasant one. Dave has been friendly and pleasant to work with. He has taken care of all our needs. Thank you, Kathy”
— Kathy Caldwell
“Everyone here was extremely professional, thoughtful, kind and seemed to truly care about my family. When you are facing such a difficult time and feeling a major loss from your loved ones death, it helped to have these amazing people by my side. Thank you to eveyone at Franklin & Downs.”
— Lynn McRea Woodson
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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