Meda
9830 Lakewood Blvd, Downey, CA, 90240
License #FD-1648
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“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.
“During the shock and intense pain of losing our mother so suddenly, the team at California Mortuary became a genuine source of stability and comfort for our family. Their ability to handle every logistical detail allowed us to simply focus on grieving and supporting one another. We are incredibly grateful for the exceptional efficiency and clarity with which they managed all the arrangements—from coordinating with the hospice and handling essential permits, to making sure the memorial was exactly what we envisioned. They moved at our fast pace and executed the entire process seamlessly. What truly made the difference, however, was the personal attention we received. We want to specifically thank Anne and John, who took us under their wing and truly seemed to anticipate our every need before we even voiced it. They were compassionate, patient, and available, guiding us through complex decisions with immense kindness. They ensured that every aspect of the service, no matter how small, was handled with dignity and perfection. Their proactive and respectful communication meant we never felt lost or burdened by the organizational process. Because Anne and John took charge of the details, we were able to create a beautiful, stress-free tribute for our mother. We are deeply and personally thankful for the expertise, warmth, and care shown by the entire California Mortuary team. We highly recommend them to any family facing loss.”
— Sarah Sori Kim
“John was extremely kind and helpful through this time of grief for my family. He provided care and comfort. He was very thorough and prompt. If I had any questions, he was there ready and available at any given moment. He also was able to connect me to florists that did my father’s sprays at a reasonable and affordable price. I truly appreciate everything John and California Mortuary have done for my family and me. Thank you for making this a less painful process.”
— Yoona Kim
“My sister and I came here after meeting with Rose Hill and I’m so glad we did. We felt immediately more relaxed with Anne and the whole process felt so much more genuine and smooth because of her. As this was our first time heading a funeral, we were very grateful to have found a place who actually cared for us. We never felt pushed to pick the most expensive things but instead felt we had space to think and choose what we felt was right for our family. John was our main contact on the day of the viewing and cremation burial and he made us feel so comfortable. He walked us through the process both days and made sure things went smoothly. We never felt hesitant to ask him any questions and he helped us make the day more special and meaningful. Gil and Yvonne, who were part of the team during the burial, were compassionate and flexible in letting my family participate in the burial which I felt helped process our grief. Crazy to have a highlight during our grief but a highlight was when Yvonne created a beautiful flower arrangement with our store bought bouquets! It was incredibly thoughtful and kind and we were so thankful. Thank you California Mortuary for making something so heavy in our lives a little lighter.”
— Angela Yang
We file the life insurance claim and recover unclaimed property — the payout can help cover costs like these. $0 upfront.
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