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Cremation Services in National City, CA

Compassionate, affordable cremation for National City families, from $1,695, with transparent pricing and no hidden fees. We're here for you around the clock.

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At a Glance

Bravo Family Mortuary provides cremation services to National City (the second-oldest city in San Diego County, founded on the Kimballs' 1868 Rancho de la Nación) starting at $1,695. Our family-owned funeral home is about 9 miles (15 to 20 minutes) south via I-805 of National City, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, with transparent pricing and no hidden fees.

Serving National City

Compassionate Cremation, Close to Home

Bravo Family Mortuary serves National City, the second-oldest city in San Diego County, with compassionate, affordable cremation rooted in respect for its deep pioneer heritage. From the brick row houses of Heritage Square to the historic graves at La Vista Memorial Park, we help local families honor a community with more than 150 years of history.

Serving National City families means understanding a community with deep pioneer roots that stretch back to Frank, Warren, and Levi Kimball's purchase of the 26,000-acre Rancho de la Nación in 1868. From the brick row houses of Heritage Square to the hillside graves at La Vista Memorial Park, much of this city's founding history is still visible today, and we help local families honor that sense of continuity. We arrange cremation services for families across Old Town, Lincoln Acres, and the neighborhoods along the historic Mile of Cars corridor.

Transparent Pricing

Cremation Packages

The same all-inclusive pricing for every family we serve. Choose the level of service that's right for you.

Most Affordable

Simple Cremation

$1,695

A simple, dignified cremation without a formal ceremony, our most affordable option.

  • Professional services of Funeral Director & staff
  • Transfer into our care (within 30 miles)
  • Refrigeration up to 14 days
  • All legal documentation & permits
  • Cremation process & crematory fee
  • Temporary urn & return of cremated remains
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Memorial Ceremony + Cremation

$5,495

Cremation followed by a meaningful memorial service in our chapel with family and friends.

  • Everything in Simple Cremation
  • 3-hour memorial service in our chapel
  • Use of private reception room
  • Utility car & driver
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Traditional Cremation & Ceremony

$6,995

A full traditional service with viewing and visitation, followed by cremation.

  • Embalming & personal care/preparation
  • Dressing, casketing & cosmetic care
  • 4-hour visitation & reception room
  • Funeral service in our chapel
  • Rental casket included
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See our full cremation services page for every option and inclusion.

A community rooted in San Diego County's pioneer past

National City traces its identity to 1868, when the Kimball brothers bought the sprawling Rancho de la Nación and began building the roads, wharf, and railroad that shaped the South Bay. Incorporated in 1887, it is the county's second-oldest city after San Diego itself. That heritage endures at La Vista Memorial Park, founded in 1868, and along Heritage Square's 1887 Brick Row, where many founding families are remembered to this day.

Cemeteries & Resting Places Near National City

We coordinate directly with these and all San Diego County cemeteries on your behalf.

La Vista Memorial Park

Orange Street, National City

Established in 1868 by the Kimball family, one of the oldest cemeteries in the county, with roughly a hundred pioneer graves, about 30 Civil War graves, an Armed Forces monument, and historic eucalyptus trees.

Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery

Point Loma, San Diego

A national cemetery offering columbarium niches and cremation interment for eligible veterans and their families.

Miramar National Cemetery

Miramar, San Diego

A newer national cemetery offering in-ground and columbarium options, often with greater availability than the historic Fort Rosecrans grounds.

Sea scattering on San Diego Bay and beyond

Because National City sits on the eastern shore of San Diego Bay, many families choose to scatter cremated remains at sea. Under federal EPA rules, scattering must take place at least three nautical miles from shore, and the EPA must be notified within 30 days. No advance permit is required, only this after-the-fact report. We can help coordinate a respectful charter departing from San Diego Bay, or arrange scattering at a garden or on private property with the owner's permission.

Neighborhoods We Serve

Throughout National City

Old Town
Lincoln Acres
Granger Hills
Mile of Cars

Why Families Trust Us

Why Choose Bravo Family Mortuary

5-Star Rated on Google
Family-Owned & Operated
Transparent, Upfront Pricing
Bilingual, Se Habla Español
No Hidden Fees, Ever
Available 24 Hours, 7 Days

Common Questions

National City Cremation FAQs

Do you serve families in National City?
Yes. National City is roughly 9 miles south of our funeral home on Rainier Avenue, about a 15- to 20-minute drive via I-805. We regularly assist families throughout Old Town, Lincoln Acres, Granger Hills, and the neighborhoods near the Mile of Cars with simple, dignified cremation arrangements.
Can cremated remains be interred at La Vista Memorial Park?
Yes. La Vista Memorial Park on Orange Street, established in 1868, is one of the oldest cemeteries in San Diego County and offers options for cremated remains. Many National City families have generations of relatives resting there, and we can coordinate interment of an urn alongside the cemetery's historic pioneer and Civil War sections.
Are veterans from National City eligible for burial of cremated remains in a national cemetery?
Eligible veterans and their spouses may be interred at Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery on Point Loma or at Miramar National Cemetery, both serving the South Bay. These cemeteries provide columbarium niches for cremated remains at no cost to the family. We help confirm eligibility and handle the coordination with the VA.
How much does cremation cost in National City?
Bravo Family Mortuary offers the same transparent pricing to every community we serve, including National City: simple cremation starts at $1,695, with no hidden fees. That price covers professional services, transfer into our care, refrigeration, all legal documents and permits, the cremation process and crematory fee, and a temporary urn.
What is included in a simple cremation?
Our simple cremation includes the professional services of our funeral director and staff, transfer of your loved one into our care, refrigeration for up to 14 days, all legal documentation and permits, the cremation process and crematory fee, a standard container, and a temporary urn with the return of cremated remains.
How long does the cremation process take?
The cremation itself typically takes two to three hours. After all authorizations and permits are obtained, we generally complete the process and return cremated remains to the family within five to seven business days.

We're Here For You

We're Here for National City Families, Day or Night

Our compassionate team is available 24/7 to answer your questions and help you arrange cremation services for your National City family.

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