Legacy Funeral & Cremation Care
San Diego’s Trusted Provider Since 2009
Legacy Funeral and Cremation Care in San Diego has been a trusted neighbor, providing compassionate and affordable end-of-life care for over 15 years. Our comfortable facility includes an intimate chapel and private viewing areas. From the respectful transport of your loved one to creating a unique and meaningful memorial, Legacy Funeral and Cremation Care has all the necessary resources conveniently located in one place. Our dedicated team is committed to supporting you at every step, offering professional and compassionate guidance. We are proud to serve veterans and their families with the special knowledge required to seek military honors, awards, and benefits. Count on Legacy Funeral and Cremation Care to provide the care and support you need during this challenging time.
- Private Gathering Spaces
- Cremation Services
- Funeral & Memorial Services
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Funeral Preplanning
Arrange your funeral in advance for peace of mind. Learn more.
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Prepaid Cremation
Lock in cremation costs by paying ahead. Learn more.
- Aftercare and Grief Support
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Identification Viewings
A brief, private moment to confirm a loved one’s identity.
- Priority Mail of Ashes
- Online Arrangement
- Free Online Obituary
- Body Donation
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Human Composting
A natural process returning the body to soil. Also known as natural organic reduction and terramation. Learn more.
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Parting Stone
Parting stones are a collection of smooth, polished stones made from cremated remains. Learn more.
Information
- 7043 University Avenue, La Mesa, CA 91942
- (619) 333-8003
- Monday through Friday from 8am to 4:30pm. 24/7 answering service.
Recent Obituaries for Legacy Funeral & Cremation Care
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1929-2025Catherine "Rene" Bolt
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1943-2025Robert Garlough, Jr.
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1931-2025Gerald "Jerry" Chapman
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1938-2025Maria Rosas
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1978-2025Kevin Webb
Cremation Services Starting At
$1,235
- Price is for direct cremation without visitation, formal services, or ceremony.
- Includes all of the essential services of the funeral director and staff.
- Removal and transportation of your loved one to the funeral home (within a 30 mile radius of the funeral home).
- Care of your loved one until cremation is complete.
- Cremation process and return of ashes.
- Consultation with responsible party for final arrangements.
- All the necessary permits and authorizations.
- Free self-service online obituary.
- Many other optional services available - including celebration of life event planning, traditional funeral service, on-site catering, scattering assistance, and more - at additional charge.
- Prices do not include urn or alternative container, merchandise, cash advances, filing fees, or death certificates. Please see complete price list for additional details and exclusions.
Cremation w/ Full Body Donation
$0
- Cremation is FREE with optional shipping of cremated remains.
- Includes personal guidance with a trained counselor as well as any essential services of the funeral director and staff.
- Consultation with responsible party for final arrangements.
- All the necessary permits and authorizations.
- Supports meaningful scientific research and training to the medical community.
- Free self-service online obituary.
- Prices do not include additional services, merchandise, cash advances, filing fees, or death certificates.
- Learn more about full body donation
- Link to California Consumer Guide to Funeral & Cemetery Purchases
Announcements
Reviews
I appreciate Nick, he was so helpful during this difficult time. Thank you
Janet Pugh
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Sep 27, 2025
These are the kindest most compassionate people in the industry. No hidden or excessive fees for things, everyone especially Julie and Nick were so patient with all my many questions and held my hand through everything.
Cannot thank them enough 💛
Marty Sindorf
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Sep 24, 2025
Nick and his staff were courteous and kind.
Rebecca Dodson
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Aug 24, 2025
Informative, knowledgeable, proactive, and caring. Could not have done better. Fully recommend.
Christopher Malovic
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Aug 20, 2025
Great experience. The staff was very friendly and helpful. My family had used them earlier this year and again recently, both were pleasant experiences.
Haley C
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Aug 01, 2025
Where We Are
7043 University Avenue, La Mesa, CA 91942
Legacy
After a Lifetime,
Altogether.
Funeral establishment number FD 2009.