Rucker's Mortuary
301 Baker St, Bakersfield, CA, 93305
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.
“Do you offer payment plans?”
Many funeral homes allow you to spread the cost over time. Ask about down payments, terms, and financing options.
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
“I used this mortuary for my brothers funeral. They referred me to a flower shop that never delivered the flowers and I didn't know until the casket came out of Hearst graveside. They never contacted me to tell me anything and once I paid for everything they were done with us and on to the next one. No compassion or respect for the dead. Would not use them or the referrals they offer.”
— Donna Reining
“I wanted to take just a moment to thank Rucker's Mortuary for going above and beyond with the caring service they provided for myself and my family when we lost my father. They have previously taken care of arrangements for my uncles service a few years ago and did an excellent job. So, when my father passed, they were the first and only mortuary we called. Quentin and Wannetta took time to answer all of the many questions I had no matter what time of the day. They were so compassionate and helped me navigate through the hardest few weeks of my life. They worked so hard to get my dad his military burial and it was beautiful. I greatly appreciate the service they are providing for our community. So, I just sincerely want to thank them from the bottom of my heart for all of their support.”
— Kassandra Raygoza
“My brother passed away suddenly and we did not have anything pre-planned. My sister and I are from out of state and had to return to Bakersfield (our home state). We were lost and on a timeline. Another mortuary recommended Ruckers because they could not meet our timeline. I’m so glad we went with Ruckers. Wannetta and her son were incredibly helpful, caring, and endearing. During the service, they walked around with tissue boxes for guests and brought flowers at the burial. Ruckers MC even spoke Spanish at the graveside service for our Spanish speaking guests. They went above and beyond. I would recommend them to anyone in the market.”
— Sandy Romero-Girard
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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