San Diego Medical Examiner — Funeral & Cremation Services
Received a Call From the San Diego Medical Examiner? We’re Here to Help.
Located just minutes from the San Diego Medical Examiner, our family has guided thousands of families through this exact moment. Take a breath — we’ll take it from here.
In Short
If your loved one is at the San Diego County Medical Examiner, it means their passing is being formally reviewed — and the one decision in front of you is choosing a funeral home to bring them into care. Bravo Family Mortuary is family-owned, located minutes from the Medical Examiner’s office, and handles the entire process — including all paperwork — electronically, wherever you are. Call us any time at 1-833-762-7286.
A Calm, Clear Path
What Happens Now
Here is exactly what to expect, one step at a time. Most families are surprised how much we can handle for them in a single phone call.
You received the call
The Medical Examiner has located you as next of kin and asked you to choose a funeral home. That is the only decision in front of you right now — and we can help you make it in a single phone call.
You call us
Tell us your loved one is at the San Diego Medical Examiner. We handle these cases constantly and know the facility and process intimately. We'll walk you through your options with clear, upfront pricing — no pressure.
We handle everything electronically
No matter where you are in the world, we send every document to you electronically. You do not need to travel to San Diego to authorize us to bring your loved one into our care.
We bring your loved one into our care
We coordinate directly with the Medical Examiner's office — just minutes from our mortuary — to transfer your loved one, as promptly as their release process allows.
We provide the services you choose
Cremation, burial, visitation, or a memorial service — whatever is right for your family. We explain every option plainly and never rush you.
We return or ship the remains
If you are out of state or out of the country, we carefully package and ship your loved one's remains to you. Local families can arrange to receive them at our facility.
For Out-of-Town Families
You Don’t Have to Be in San Diego
Most families who call us after a loved one passes at the San Diego Medical Examiner are calling from somewhere else — Texas, Arizona, the East Coast, and even overseas. If that is you, please know: everything can be handled from wherever you are.
Authorization forms are sent and signed electronically. Decisions are made by phone or email. Payment is handled remotely. And when the time comes, we carefully package and ship your loved one’s remains directly to you. You will never be required to fly to San Diego to care for your loved one.
Why Families Trust Us
Why Families Choose Bravo
Family-owned, not a corporation
We don't treat your loved one like a number. We treat them the way we'd treat a member of our own family.
A real, beautiful facility
Many low-cost providers are just an office in an office building. Come meet the people who will care for your loved one and see our facility in person.
Minutes from the Medical Examiner
We're located about seven minutes from the Medical Examiner's office and work with their staff routinely, so we can move quickly on your behalf.
Compassionate care, fair pricing
The lowest-cost provider doesn't always provide the highest level of care. We offer phenomenal service and honest, upfront pricing — never the pressure of a sales trap.
Full-service for every family
Cremation is the choice most families make in this moment, and we also offer burial, visitation, and memorial services for those who want them.
Here for you, 24/7
When you call, a real person answers — at any hour, on any day. We answer when you call.
“Before you choose any funeral home, read their reviews. It tells you more than price ever will.”
Steve Olsher, Bravo Family Mortuary
Testimonials
What San Diego Families Are Saying
"The Bravo Family Mortuary is a Class Act. My experience there was incredible. They took the fear and anxiety away from the process and made everything so smooth and compassionate."
"We used Bravo Family Mortuary when my husband's mother passed away. We were somewhat caught off guard with the whirlwind of what was happening, and everyone was super helpful and compassionate throughout the entire process."
"Steve, thank you and your staff for the professionalism demonstrated during the funeral service for my brother in law. We greatly appreciate your assistance throughout our most stressful days. Everything was beautifully organized."
Common Questions
Medical Examiner FAQs
What does it mean when the San Diego Medical Examiner has my loved one?
How do I release my loved one from the San Diego Medical Examiner?
Do I have to travel to San Diego to make arrangements?
How long before my loved one can be released to the funeral home?
What is the difference between the San Diego Medical Examiner and the coroner?
How quickly can Bravo Family Mortuary bring my loved one into your care?
What will services cost?
Official Reference
San Diego County Medical Examiner — Contact & Location
5570 Overland Ave, Suite 101
San Diego, CA 92123
(858) 694-2895
Mon–Fri, 8am–4pm (call to confirm)
This is the Medical Examiner’s own office information. When you’re ready, Bravo Family Mortuary coordinates directly with this office on your behalf — you never have to navigate it alone. Reach us any time at 1-833-762-7286.
No Pressure, No Obligation
Tell Us About Your Situation
Leave your name and number and a member of our family-owned team will call you right back — usually within minutes.
We're Here For You
We’re Here When You Need Us
Our compassionate team is available 24/7. Call now and we’ll walk you through exactly what happens next — no pressure, no obligation, upfront pricing.
We answer when you call — 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.