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$805
Direct Cremation
Funeral provider · San Diego, CA
Funerals At Sea
5.0(4) Verified on Google
Funerals at Sea is a San Diego-based maritime funeral provider specializing in ash scattering and full-body sea burial services. Operating U.S. Coast Guard-certified yachts, the company offers attended and unattended ash scattering, full-body burial at sea, military honors, and celebrations of life conducted in the Pacific Ocean off San Diego's coast.
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Photo: Funerals At SeaAbout Funerals At Sea
Funerals at Sea of San Diego Bay is a specialized maritime funeral service provider operated by Captain John Valente, a retired Deputy Sheriff and U.S. Coast Guard-licensed captain with several years of experience in full-body burials at sea and ash scattering. The company partners with Judah Ben Hur of Argos Funeral Services for professional funeral preparation and works with a network of Coast Guard-certified and inspected charter yachts departing from San Diego to locations in the Pacific Ocean. They accept cremains from anywhere in the U.S. and serve all faiths and cultures, offering both attended and unattended services for families unable to travel to San Diego.
Typical burial prices in San Diego
Funerals At Sea doesn't publish prices online. As a reference, providers in San Diego typically charge:
Low
$1,175
Typical
$1,845
High
$3,040
City-wide figures from 4 published prices — not Funerals At Sea's own rates. Under the FTC Funeral Rule, they must give you an itemized price list on request, in person or by phone.
Funerals At Sea packages
Attended Ash Scattering
- Yacht charter
- Captain and crew services
- Attended ceremony
Family and friends attend the ash scattering ceremony aboard a private yacht.
Unattended Ash Scattering
- Yacht charter
- Captain and crew services
- Unattended ceremony
Ash scattering conducted without family attendance; available for families outside San Diego area.
Full Body Sea Burial
- Yacht charter
- Captain and crew services
- Funeral preparation
- Full body burial at sea
Full-body burial at sea using natural and biodegradable materials; coordinated with funeral expert.
Military Honors
- Yacht charter
- Military honors ceremony
Sea burial or ash scattering with military honors for service members.
Celebration of Life
- Yacht charter
- Captain and crew services
Memorial service aboard yacht celebrating the life of the deceased.
Additional Services
Additional services available; specifics not detailed on website.
Packages and prices are as published by the provider and can change — always confirm the itemized list directly.
Services offered
- Funeral homes
- Prepaid funeral
Who you’ll work with
Captain John Valente
Lead Captain
U.S. Coast Guard licensed captain, retired Deputy Sheriff
Lead Captain at Funerals at Sea who oversees all operations and coordinates full-body burials at sea and ash scattering. Retired Deputy Sheriff with several years of experience in maritime funeral services.
Judah Ben Hur
Funeral Director
Funeral expert from Argos Funeral Services who specializes in properly preparing the deceased for full-body sea burial and consults directly with families on funeral preparations.
Faith & language
Faith traditions served
- Nondenominational
Recognition & specialties
Specialties
- Full body sea burial
- Ash scattering at sea
- Military funeral honors
- Celebration of life ceremonies
- Unattended burial services
Where is Funerals At Sea?
2040 Harbor Island Dr #748, San Diego, CA
Get directionsHours
- Monday
- 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
- Tuesday
- 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
- Thursday
- 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
- Friday
- 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
- Saturday
- 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
- Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Funerals At Sea reviews
Updated July 20265.0
5.0
4 reviews
Rating from Google · updated July 2026
5.0 from 4 reviews on google
What prepaid prices usually include
General context, not specific to Funerals At Sea: a typical prepaid price covers the items on the left. Those on the right are common add-ons billed separately — ask for an itemized list.
Included
- An itemized plan of the services and goods you select
- Prices locked in at today's rates, where the plan guarantees them
- Funds held in a state-regulated trust or insurance policy
- A written contract spelling out exactly what's covered
Usually extra
- Cemetery costs, unless bought separately from the cemetery
- Items added later that the contract didn't guarantee
- Travel or shipping if the death occurs out of the area
- Certified copies of the death certificate
Frequently asked questions
What services does Funerals At Sea offer?
Funerals At Sea offers prepaid and funeral homes. See the full breakdown and prices on this page.
Where is Funerals At Sea located?
Funerals At Sea is located at 2040 Harbor Island Dr #748, San Diego, CA. Use the “Get directions” link on this page for a map.
Will Funerals At Sea 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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