Berge-Pappas-Smith Chapel Of The Angels
40842 Fremont Blvd, Fremont, CA, 94538
License #FD668
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
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What Families Say
“The team at Berge-Pappas Smith are so sensitive, kind, and wonderful to work with. The entire occasion was very easy to logistically plan, given how devastating it was to go through. They really made a difficult situation, easier to go through, especially because we chose repatriation. I am so grateful to have chosen to take my loved one here.”
— Victoria Manibog
“My mothers funeral and cremation was done very smoothly and respectfully. Everything from removal of the body to the dressing to the cermony and cremation was done with dignity and with the wishes of the family. They also guided us through all the paper needed and the ashes scattering process (hindu rites). I highly recommend them. They were truly an ally during a time of extreme stress”
— Sameer Nanavati
“Very compassionate and patient during the entire process, always willing and ready to assist our family with all aspects of the process. Planning ahead with B-P-S Chapel of The Angels is strongly recommended.”
— Gary Muhammad
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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