Lakeview Funeral Home and Cremation Service
301 S Olive Ave, Sandpoint, ID, 83864
Questions to Ask When You Call
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?”
This means they bill the insurance company directly. You don't pay thousands upfront and wait to be reimbursed.
“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
The FTC Funeral Rule protects you. Every funeral home must provide an itemized General Price List if you ask — in person or over the phone. You are never required to buy a package and can choose services individually. You also have the right to use a casket purchased elsewhere.
Payment & Financial Options
Average in Idaho
$2,370 – $7,456
Source: NFDA 2023 · Direct cremation to traditional burial
If they had life insurance, it can cover this
Funerals in this area run $2,370–$7,456. If your loved one had a life insurance policy, the benefit can cover these costs — and we'll file the claim and handle the carrier for you, even without the policy number. $0 upfront, and nothing if it doesn't pay out.
Services Offered
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What Families Say
“We had something very challenging happen with the death of my mother, who had "donated her body to science". Upon her death, we found that the company would not be accepting her body because she didn't qualify --It had been about 12 years since she had made arrangements. Our hospice team and family was in shock and it was getting to be late evening. Thank God for Lakeview Funeral Home. They arrived at our home within 15 minutes (we live in the mountains and it is a challenging road to get to our home in the winter weather) --They embraced us with the compassion and logistics we needed in an emergency situation. Bert and Kate were amazing. After they left, I saw they had made my moms bed, and left a beautiful rose and letter for our family. Such detail was a heartfelt touch that made all the difference in our grief. The following day, we met with Kate who graciously walked us through the process of making arrangements for my mom. She took the time to explain and never pressured us with sales. Our family is so very thankful and recommend Lakeview 100 percent.”
— Victoria Stotts
“We are so thankful for Lakeview Funeral Home. They felt like an extension of my family. My mother was 86 when she passed away. We had done all the pre-planning with Bart and it made it so easy when the time came. Always thoughtful, always caring. Audrey was so easy to call and ask questions of. Thank you to the entire staff at Lakeview Funeral Home.”
— Diane Rich
“We were so pleased with the services that we received at Lakeview Funeral Home. Bart's kindness and calm presence in such a difficult moment was just what my heart needed. He was attentive to all of my questions and responded quickly, making the process easier to navigate. The warm and compassionate atmosphere was needed at such a tender time and I will always be appreciative of them in helping me to navigate everything.”
— Niki Ely
We can help with what comes next.
We file the life insurance claim and recover unclaimed property — the payout can help cover costs like these. $0 upfront.
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