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Funeral home · Escondido, CA
California Funeral Alternatives
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California Funeral Alternatives is a family and veteran-owned funeral service provider serving San Diego County with low overhead and competitive pricing. The business operates two locations (Poway and Escondido) and offers cremation, burial, and full funeral services alongside merchandise like caskets, urns, and headstones.
Independent, family-owned
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Photo: California Funeral Alternatives- Starting price
- $150
- Ownership
- Independent, family-owned
About California Funeral Alternatives
California Funeral Alternatives is a family and veteran owned and operated business serving all of San Diego County. The company was established following 1997 California laws that allowed consumers to access price-effective funeral services without sacrificing quality and care. Operating with very low overhead and without large facilities or expensive memberships, the business provides cremation and burial services, visitation facilities, vehicles, and other full-service funeral options at significantly reduced costs compared to traditional funeral homes.
California Funeral Alternatives prices
Price list published · source
| Basic Services of the Director, Staff, and Overhead | $995 |
|---|---|
| Use of Facilities and Staff for Viewing/Visitation | $375 |
| Use of Facilities and Staff for Funeral Ceremony | $400 |
| Use of Facilities and Staff for Memorial Service | $400 |
| Transfer of Remains to Funeral Home (First Call) | $325 |
| Use of a Funeral Coach (Hearse) | $375 |
| Direct Cremation | $995 |
| Embalming | $450 |
| Dressing and Casketing | $150 |
Prices are estimates and change. Providers must give you an itemized price list under the FTC Funeral Rule — always confirm directly.
Services offered
- Funeral homes
Payment & financing
- Insurance assignment
- Pre-need trust
Recognition & specialties
Specialties
- Cremation services
- Burial services
- DNA preservation
- Pacemaker donations
- Scattering at sea
- Free cremation with full body donation (Science Care)
- Eterneva diamonds
- Granite headstones and markers
- Veterans services
Where is California Funeral Alternatives?
1020 E Pennsylvania Ave, Escondido, CA
Get directionsHours
- Monday
- 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
- Tuesday
- 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
- Wednesday
- 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
- Thursday
- 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
- Friday
- 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
- Saturday
- Closed
- Sunday
- Closed
California Funeral Alternatives reviews
Updated July 20264.8
4.8
88 reviews
Rating from Google · updated July 2026
4.8 from 88 reviews on google
What funeral homes prices usually include
General context, not specific to California Funeral Alternatives: 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
How much does basic services of the director, staff, and overhead cost at California Funeral Alternatives?
California Funeral Alternatives lists basic services of the director, staff, and overhead at $995. 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 California Funeral Alternatives?
California Funeral Alternatives lists use of facilities and staff for viewing/visitation at $375. 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 California Funeral Alternatives?
California Funeral Alternatives lists use of facilities and staff for funeral ceremony at $400. 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 California Funeral Alternatives offer?
California Funeral Alternatives offers funeral homes, and is a funeral home. See the full breakdown and prices on this page.
Where is California Funeral Alternatives located?
California Funeral Alternatives is located at 1020 E Pennsylvania Ave, Escondido, CA. Use the “Get directions” link on this page for a map.
Will California Funeral Alternatives 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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