Funeral provider · Union City, CA

Berge-Pappas-Smith Chapel Of The Angels

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Berge-Pappas-Smith Chapel of the Angels is a family-owned funeral home established in Fremont in 1913 by Thomas Berge and continuously operated by the Smith family since 1976. It serves the Bay Area communities of Fremont, Newark, Union City, Hayward, Sunol, Milpitas, and San Jose with a full range of funeral, cremation, and memorial services, and maintains particular expertise in Hindu, Filipino Catholic, Buddhist, Sikh, and Jain cultural services.

Independent, family-owned

Berge-Pappas-Smith Chapel Of The Angels, Union City

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Ownership: Independent, family-owned
Established: 1913

About Berge-Pappas-Smith Chapel Of The Angels

The Berge family established this funeral home in Fremont in 1913. The Smith family has personally served the Southern Alameda County communities of Fremont, Newark, Union City, Hayward, and Sunol, as well as Milpitas, and the San Jose area since 1976, continuing in the same tradition. The chapel's commitment is to help, inform, and allow families to plan funerals and cremations in the manner they choose while offering the highest level of service and care possible. The business maintains an on-site reception center and offers specialized cultural services including Hindu, Filipino Catholic, Buddhist, Sikh, and Jain funeral arrangements.

Typical funeral homes prices in Union City

Berge-Pappas-Smith Chapel Of The Angels doesn't publish prices online. As a reference, providers in Union City typically charge:

Low

$1,095

Typical

$1,750

High

$3,695

City-wide figures from 3 published prices — not Berge-Pappas-Smith Chapel Of The Angels's own rates. Under the FTC Funeral Rule, they must give you an itemized price list on request, in person or by phone.

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Services offered

Funeral homes

Who you’ll work with

Samuel Smith
Owner
Owner of the chapel, praised for considerate and patient service, detailed explanations, and acting in the best interest of families.
Ian Smith
Staff
Staff member noted for responsiveness to family questions about logistics, documentation, and events, including weekends.
Dan Smith
Staff
One of the Smith family members serving at the chapel.
Kevin Smith
Staff
One of the Smith family members serving at the chapel.
Sam Smith
Staff
One of the Smith family members serving at the chapel.
Taylor
Funeral Director
Funeral director described as a thorough professional and congenial.
Michelle
Staff
Staff member noted for professionalism and responsiveness to family arrangements.
Andrea
Staff
Staff member who assisted with day-of logistics, noted for kindness and flexibility with timing and technical coordination.

Facilities

Reception space

Faith & language

Faith traditions served

Catholic
Hindu
Buddhist
Sikh
Other faith traditions

Recognition & specialties

Specialties

Hindu cultural services
Filipino Catholic services
Buddhist cultural services
Sikh cultural services
Jain cultural services
Cremation for Catholics
Veteran services
Pet care

Where is Berge-Pappas-Smith Chapel Of The Angels?

Union City, CA

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Hours

Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

Berge-Pappas-Smith Chapel Of The Angels reviews

Updated July 2026

4.9

205 reviews

Rating from Google · updated July 2026

4.9 from 205 reviews on google

What funeral homes prices usually include

General context, not specific to Berge-Pappas-Smith Chapel Of The Angels: a typical funeral homes price covers the items on the left. Those on the right are common add-ons billed separately — ask for an itemized list.

Included

The funeral home's basic services and staff fee
Transfer of the deceased into their care
Coordination of permits and paperwork
Use of facilities for a viewing or service
An itemized price list, required by the FTC Funeral Rule

Usually extra

A casket, urn, or burial vault
A cemetery plot or cremation fee
Flowers, catering, and obituary notices
Certified copies of the death certificate

Frequently asked questions

What services does Berge-Pappas-Smith Chapel Of The Angels offer?

Berge-Pappas-Smith Chapel Of The Angels offers funeral homes. See the full breakdown and prices on this page.

Where is Berge-Pappas-Smith Chapel Of The Angels located?

Berge-Pappas-Smith Chapel Of The Angels is located in Union City, CA. Use the “Get directions” link on this page for a map.

Will Berge-Pappas-Smith Chapel Of The Angels 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.