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Funeral home · Watsonville, CA
Ave Maria Memorial Chapel
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Ave Maria Memorial Chapel is a family-owned funeral home in Watsonville, California, operated by the Carroll family since 1951. The facility is housed in a 9,804-square-foot Spanish-style building (originally a Victorian home) and features two arrangement rooms, three visitation rooms, and a reception room.
Independent, family-owned
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Photo: Memo EsquivelTM- Starting price
- $350
- Ownership
- Independent, family-owned
- Established
- 1951
About Ave Maria Memorial Chapel
Ave Maria Memorial Chapel is owned and operated by the Carroll family who has been serving the Watsonville community for 72 years. The funeral home is housed in a lovely 9,804-square-foot Spanish-style building that was transformed from a Victorian home into a funeral home in 1941, previously known as Whites Funeral home and Davis Memorial. The facility features two arrangement rooms, three visitation rooms and a reception room, with ample parking located conveniently in downtown Watsonville, approximately 85 miles southwest of San Francisco International Airport and 30 miles north of Monterey Bay.
Ave Maria Memorial Chapel prices
Price list published
| Basic Services of the Director, Staff, and Overhead | $1,840 |
|---|---|
| Use of Facilities and Staff for Viewing/Visitation | $350 |
| Use of Facilities and Staff for Funeral Ceremony | $450 |
| Use of Facilities and Staff for Memorial Service | $450 |
| Transfer of Remains to Funeral Home (First Call) | $450 |
| Use of a Funeral Coach (Hearse) | $350 |
| Direct Cremation | $1,350 |
| Embalming | $400 |
At $350, this is below the typical national range of $1,000–$3,000 for direct cremation.
Prices are estimates and change. Providers must give you an itemized price list under the FTC Funeral Rule — always confirm directly.
Services offered
- Cremation
- Funeral homes
- Prepaid funeral
Who you’ll work with
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Facilities
- 3 viewing rooms
- Reception space
Where is Ave Maria Memorial Chapel?
609 Main St, Watsonville, CA
Get directionsHours
- Monday
- 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Tuesday
- 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Thursday
- 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Friday
- 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Saturday
- 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Sunday
- 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Ave Maria Memorial Chapel reviews
Updated July 20264.0
4.0
30 reviews
Rating from Google · updated July 2026
4.0 from 30 reviews on google
What cremation prices usually include
General context, not specific to Ave Maria Memorial Chapel: a typical cremation price covers the items on the left. Those on the right are common add-ons billed separately — ask for an itemized list.
Included
- Transfer of the deceased into the provider's care
- The cremation itself and crematory fee
- A basic cremation container
- Return of the ashes to the family
- Filing of required permits and paperwork
Usually extra
- A viewing, visitation, or memorial ceremony (that's a full-service cremation)
- An urn beyond the basic container
- Certified copies of the death certificate
- Flowers, obituary notices, or catering
Frequently asked questions
How much does basic services of the director, staff, and overhead cost at Ave Maria Memorial Chapel?
Ave Maria Memorial Chapel lists basic services of the director, staff, and overhead at $1,840. Prices are estimates and can change — under the FTC Funeral Rule you can request a current itemized price list and pay only for the items you choose.
How much does use of facilities and staff for viewing/visitation cost at Ave Maria Memorial Chapel?
Ave Maria Memorial Chapel lists use of facilities and staff for viewing/visitation at $350. Prices are estimates and can change — under the FTC Funeral Rule you can request a current itemized price list and pay only for the items you choose.
How much does use of facilities and staff for funeral ceremony cost at Ave Maria Memorial Chapel?
Ave Maria Memorial Chapel lists use of facilities and staff for funeral ceremony at $450. Prices are estimates and can change — under the FTC Funeral Rule you can request a current itemized price list and pay only for the items you choose.
What services does Ave Maria Memorial Chapel offer?
Ave Maria Memorial Chapel offers cremation, funeral homes and prepaid, and is a funeral home. See the full breakdown and prices on this page.
Where is Ave Maria Memorial Chapel located?
Ave Maria Memorial Chapel is located at 609 Main St, Watsonville, CA. Use the “Get directions” link on this page for a map.
Will Ave Maria Memorial Chapel give me an itemized price list?
Yes. The federal FTC Funeral Rule requires every funeral home to give you a written, itemized General Price List on request — in person or over the phone — and to let you choose only the goods and services you want. Always compare a couple of providers before deciding.
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