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9101 Kern Canyon Rd, Bakersfield, CA, 93306
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.
“We recently had our grand mother pass away unexpectedly. Our family was connected with Jamie Len from Hillcrest who helped coordinate and guide our service. Jamie truly embodies “going above and beyond” for the families she serves. Holy cow does this woman deserve a raise. Everything from educating us on what each thing means/symbolizes, to guiding us through choosing our casket down to the color feminine/masculine colors etc. These are all details that only someone like her could know and share. On the day of the service a couple of things were inevitably miscommunicated on our end and she picked up our slack without being asked and really did things the way she thought we would have wanted 🥺. It came out perfect. Then, when the time came she ran back and forth across the field of the cemetery just to get the perfect views in picture/video for us. The details that made all the difference!! Now we have a beautiful video to remember these difficult times forever. Being in management roles, I understand how valuable employees such as Jamie are! The type who make every event their own, & truly cares. My utmost respect and gratitude to Jamie Len. I hope Hillcrest compensates her so well.”
— Rocio Sanchez
“Didn’t purchase none of the decorations from them. Was stressing on having everything set up on time. When I arrived. The employees had everything set up so beautiful. I don’t think I could have done a better job myself. They were very helpful and made the service more comfortable and warming.”
— Bob Bearup
“Carlos was Exceptional and very patient and he was able to answer all of my questions. He made sure I had access to all the forms needed as well as sending them to in different ways in case I had an error with one of them. Carlos was quick to return any of my phone calls or emails never leaving me in the dark. I would recommend Carlos for anyone that may have a family need. I also worked with Jamie Lynn with a previous Family member. She was also exceptional, patient and very helpful.”
— Tina Jose
We file the life insurance claim and recover unclaimed property — the payout can help cover costs like these. $0 upfront.
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