Funeral Homes in San Jose, California

Compare location, reviews (when available), and service categories for funeral homes in San Jose, California. There are 20 providers listed for San Jose. Common service categories include Cremation Ground, Funeral Director, Mortuary. If you need immediate assistance, call the provider directly to confirm next steps.

1039 Lincoln Ave

San Jose, California 95125

5.0 (51 reviews)

Funeral home • Cremation Ground • Funeral director • Mortuary

798 S Second St

San Jose, California 95112

5.0 (26 reviews)

Funeral home • Cremation Ground

586 N First St #101

San Jose, California 95112

5.0 (18 reviews)

Funeral home • Funeral director • Cremation Ground

593 Bird Ave.

San Jose, California 95125

5.0 (15 reviews)

Funeral home • Family counselor • Funeral director

586 N First St

San Jose, California 95112

5.0 (1 review)

Funeral home

471 E Santa Clara St

San Jose, California 95112

4.9 (119 reviews)

Funeral home

175 Bernal Rd #106

San Jose, California 95119

4.9 (93 reviews)

Funeral home • Casket service • Cremation Ground • Funeral director

1680 Alum Rock Ave

San Jose, California 95116

4.9 (83 reviews)

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1315 Piedmont Rd

San Jose, California 95132

4.9 (54 reviews)

Funeral home • Event planner • Funeral director • Memorial park • Party planner • Photographer • Wedding planner

2845 Moorpark Ave #111

San Jose, California 95128

4.9 (13 reviews)

Funeral home • Cremation Ground • Mortuary

1050 S Bascom Ave

San Jose, California 95128

4.8 (26 reviews)

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4323 Moorpark Ave

San Jose, California 95129

4.8 (11 reviews)

Funeral home • Cremation Ground

710 Willow St

San Jose, California 95125

4.7 (53 reviews)

Funeral home • Cemetery • Cremation Ground • Funeral director • Memorial park • Mortuary

600 S Second St

San Jose, California 95112

4.6 (14 reviews)

Funeral home • Cremation Ground • Mortuary

300 Curtner Ave

San Jose, California 95125

4.3 (548 reviews)

Funeral home • Cemetery • Cremation Ground • Funeral director • Memorial park • Mortuary

1701 Little Orchard St

San Jose, California 95125

4.2 (24 reviews)

Funeral home

900 S Second St

San Jose, California 95112

4.0 (27 reviews)

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1386 N Winchester Blvd

San Jose, California 95128

4.0 (4 reviews)

Funeral home • Cremation Ground

300 Curtner Ave #3

San Jose, California 95125

No rating yet

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300 Curtner Ave Ground Floor

San Jose, California 95125

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Funeral home

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

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.
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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