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Funeral Homes in Pasadena, California

Find local funeral home providers in Pasadena, California and contact them directly for availability. If you have specific preferences, ask about cultural or religious accommodations when you contact a provider. If you need immediate assistance, call the provider directly to confirm next steps.

Allay Direct Cremation

680 E Colorado Blvd Suite 180

Pasadena, California 91101

5.0 (51 reviews)

Funeral home • Funeral director • Cremation Ground

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Legacy Funeral Home

1737 E Washington Blvd # 5

Pasadena, California 91104

5.0 (22 reviews)

Funeral home • Corporate office

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Woods-Valentine Mortuary

1455 N Fair Oaks Ave

Pasadena, California 91103

5.0 (9 reviews)

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L A Funeral Society Inc

280 S Los Robles Ave

Pasadena, California 91101

5.0 (1 review)

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Cabot & Sons Funeral Directors

27 Chestnut St

Pasadena, California 91103

4.5 (26 reviews)

Funeral home • Cremation Ground • Mortuary

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Avalon Pasadena Funeral Home & Cremation

595 E Colorado Blvd

Pasadena, California 91101

2.6 (5 reviews)

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Meadow Memorials - Cremations and Funerals

155 N Lake Ave #800

Pasadena, California 91101

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Funeral home • Cremation service • Funeral director • Mortuary

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Sharkey Enterprises Inc

1061 Eucalyptus Ln

Pasadena, California 91103

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Funeral Costs

How Much Does a Funeral Cost in California?

Funeral costs in California vary widely by location, provider, and service type. Below is a typical cost breakdown to help you budget and compare.

Average Full-Service
$8,026
Incl. casket, viewing & burial
Direct Cremation From
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Typical Range
$6,421-$9,631
Varies by county

Service-by-Service Cost Breakdown

Typical estimated prices - California
Basic service fee
$2,809
Embalming & preparation
$803
Casket (mid-range)
$2,408
Viewing / visitation
$642
Funeral ceremony
$642
Graveside service
$401
Transportation
$321
5 Ways to Reduce Costs
  • - Request a full itemized price list - it is your legal right
  • - Compare at least 3 providers before committing
  • - Direct cremation can save thousands vs. full burial
  • - Pre-planning may lock in today's prices against inflation
  • - You may supply your own casket - homes must accept it
FTC Funeral Rule

Federal law requires every funeral home to provide a complete itemized price list on request by phone or in person. You cannot be required to purchase a bundled package. This applies in all 50 states, including California.

What Drives the Price Up
  • - Premium or luxury caskets are the single biggest variable
  • - Metro-area viewing facilities command higher room fees
  • - Multiple certified death certificates at $15-$30 each
  • - Cemetery opening and closing fees often add $1k-$2.5k
  • - Headstones and monument costs are separate
State Laws & Requirements

California Funeral Laws & Requirements

California has specific regulations governing funerals, burials, and cremations. Understanding these before making decisions can save time and prevent complications.

Embalming is not universally required by law. However, certain conditions like public viewing or interstate transport might require it.
Many states require a licensed funeral director to oversee final dispositions and file the death certificate.
Home funerals are permitted, but you must still comply with local health regulations and paperwork requirements.
California strictly prohibits home burial; bodies must be in established cemeteries. It is a leading state for Natural Organic Reduction (human composting) legislation.
Associations
California Funeral Directors Association ↗
Oversees licensing standards and professional conduct for directors statewide.
National Funeral Directors Association (NFDA) ↗
The world's leading, largest, and most trusted association to support funeral professionals.
Licensing Authority
Funeral directors in California are licensed and regulated by the state's Department of Health or designated regulatory board.
Quick Reference
Embalming required?No (Usually)
Licensed director required?Yes
Home funeral permitted?Yes

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