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808 E Lancaster Blvd, Lancaster, CA, 93535
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“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.
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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.
“Matthew C., was exceptional and explained everything we had questions about even came in on a Saturday for us to finalize contract. The cemetery is always beautifully maintained and provides a peaceful, comforting place to visit. The staff are kind, respectful, and attentive, and it’s clear they take great care in keeping the grounds serene for families and loved ones. I truly appreciate the calm atmosphere and the sense of dignity throughout the property. It’s a place where visitors can reflect, remember, and feel at ease. I also really appreciate that the grounds are open 24/7 — it allows visitors to come whenever they need a quiet moment or wish to pay their respects. Truly grateful for the care and dedication shown here. Please be advised that artificial flowers may not be left outside on the grass as they are considered decorations. I recently made the mistake of staking Down solar powered blue roses for my son, and the maintenance staff is required to remove all decorations and flowers every Wednesday. Please note that any live flowers placed on Tuesday will be discarded as well on Wednesday. Also, I’ve learned the grounds are mowed on Thursday. For those who wish to place flowers without them being removed, it is best to bring live or artificial arrangements on Friday and pick them up by Tuesday. This has been a valuable lesson learned and I hope this helps others avoid the same issue. There will be some exceptions on holidays for decorations.”
— Lisseth Zuno
“Hello, I have my daughter in this cemetery where they forbid us from putting up lights, they forbid us from putting up decorations when we used to put them up and the place was good, the grass was good and now they don't want to listen to us, the grass is dry, dirty and neglected, people have to come to water and cut the grass because they don't maintain it. I wanted to come and comment on why it doesn't seem fair to me that they demand and they don't listen to us. I don't know if this can help more people to see where their loved one will be.”
— Johanna Serrano
“My loved one has been resting here for almost a year and when we buried him the grass was well maintained and green at least now a year later the grass is dead in certain areas. I’ve been having to water the grass area myself whenever I am able to but unfortunately it’s not enough to keep the grass alive. I’ve mentioned my concerns with the dead grass to the wonderful lady that helped us in the beginning and all she could tell me was that the sprinklers were broken and they were working on fixing them, well it’s been a while since that and there has been no changes. I think it’s ridiculous the way they haven’t fixed this issue yet continue to take thousands from vulnerable people. Quite sad that such a sacred place has been let go to look abandoned and unkept.”
— Samantha Vargas
We file the life insurance claim and recover unclaimed property — the payout can help cover costs like these. $0 upfront.
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