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Parking available, 427 N Yale Ave, CA, 91711
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.
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.
“Earlier this year my family lost a beloved brother and I was tasked with purchasing a headstone for his gravesite on behalf of our family. I immediately called Olga because I knew she could guide me through this most stressful and unfamiliar territory. Olga is very knowledgeable, professional and compassionate. After I talked to her, my blood pressure went down and I felt at ease. Olga advised and made recommendations on the headstone and told me it would be a few months for producing the headstone, but as it turned out it only took a month and we were able to have the headstone in time for my brother’s birthday celebration in October. Our family is very pleased with the service we received from Olga and the quality and the design of the headstone was perfect. I highly recommend this business to guide you for all your family needs.”
— Barbara Zagaris
“If I could give 0 stars, I would. In April 2024, Olga was hired to create my grandmother's headstone. By August 2024, when she had promised it would be ready, it still wasn’t completed. When we followed up, her responses were brief and unhelpful, simply stating she would "check." This week, she continued to avoid giving clear answers and was incredibly rude in her correspondence with my mom and grandfather. As of today, she has offered a refund, but it will supposedly take 45 days to process. Our experience with this business was deeply disappointing and hurtful. What should have been a moment of closure became a frustrating ordeal marked by a lack of professionalism and empathy from the store owner. I urge others considering this business to be cautious and to protect themselves from unnecessary distress during their grieving process by taking their business elsewhere.”
— Summer Roberts
We file the life insurance claim and recover unclaimed property — the payout can help cover costs like these. $0 upfront.
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