St. Joseph Catholic Church
1515 Baker St, Bakersfield, CA, 93305
License #FE9361
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.
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What Families Say
“Need to listen more and understand directions. Will do have better relationships next time. Good is good.”
— Michael Eric Smith
“A great place to visit.”
— Albert Araujo
“Very beautiful Church used to go here a long time ago. Unfortunately I was here for my aunt's funeral. It's not my preference anymore but so long as you go to church and praise God and thank him doesn't matter what your Church looks like or what church you go to. So long as you like it and you get something from it. Saint Joseph Church does a lot for the community to as well. I had a blast doing teen and adult retreats. Loved helping out at the carnivals and feeding the homeless and less fortunate. If you're Catholic go to this church it's a good one.”
— Michael H Jaranilla Sr
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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