225 S Broadway, Escondido, CA, 92025
You're not expected to know this. These questions help you compare and avoid surprises.
“Can I see your General Price List?”
Federal law (FTC Funeral Rule) requires them to give you itemized pricing. You have every right to ask.
“Do you accept insurance assignment?”
Ask whether assignment is available for your policy and location, what fees apply, and what you must pay upfront. MedaSynq does not arrange assignments.
“What's included vs. what's extra?”
Packages may not include everything. Ask about the casket, embalming, transportation, facility fees, and death certificate copies.
Know Your Rights
Under the FTC Funeral Rule, funeral homes must give price information by telephone and a written General Price List when you visit in person. Federal law does not require them to send the list by mail or email. You can select individual goods and services and use a casket purchased elsewhere.
Average in California
$3,244 – $10,202
Source: NFDA 2023 · Direct cremation to traditional burial
Funerals in this area run $3,244–$10,202. If your family knows of a life insurance policy, Claim Assist can help file and follow up on the claim. The insurer decides whether to pay. There is no upfront fee; separate service terms apply.
“Simply the best from your first phone call to the every last detail the staff is very professional they will guide you through every step of the way they will help in in all your decisions I cannot say how blessed we are to have all Alhiser-Comer in our community. They are a family-owned business they treat you like family and you will feel like family. Thank you again for all your assistance and for assisting us with every step and every decision thank you very much.”
— Pablo Perez
“I spoke to numerous places about end of life planning with direct cremation. None made me as comfortable as Lorraine did at Alhiser-Comer did. She was very knowledgeable and helpful in her explanation of everything. We went in knowing what we wanted and she did not try to update us like every other place did. She accepted that we knew what we wanted and directed the conversation that way. There was a family preparing for services for their loved one, and the interior is pretty nice, so it has a presentation before anything else begins. I know we picked the right place and I have no second guesses about what Mama Bear and I chose for our final wishes.”
— TC Freebird
“Alhiser-Comer made us feel like part of the family. With a balance of professionalism and familiarity, they deliver on all fronts. My mom’s body was beautiful and life-like at the Viewing, and the flowers from Allen’s Flowers topped it off. From the Mortuary Viewing, to the Funeral Service at the church, and to the Graveside Burial at Miramar, Alhiser-Comer stood by us. Thank you Megan Comer, Nicole, Lorraine, Monica, Jody, Allison, Nathaniel and Thomas. Esther Robinson Venema”
— Esther Venema
If your family knows of a life insurance policy, Claim Assist can help file and follow up on the claim. No upfront fee; the service fee and terms are disclosed before you enroll.
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Claim and verify your free listing to show your services and pricing and receive family requests. Optional services have separate terms.
Claim your free listing“Do you offer payment plans?”
Many funeral homes allow you to spread the cost over time. Ask about down payments, terms, and financing options.