Lake View Cemetery Association
907 Lakeview Ave, Jamestown, NY, 14701
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 New York
$3,368 – $10,595
Source: NFDA 2023 · Direct cremation to traditional burial
If they had life insurance, it can cover this
Funerals in this area run $3,368–$10,595. 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
What Families Say
“Very peaceful cemetery. Where Lucille Ball is buried - but I couldn't find her!! Many interesting headstones, I spent over an hour wandering around, studying them. Pretty place to take a stroll. Lots of military here. Pay respects.”
— Theresa St. John
“Lake view cemetery houses the final remains of Lucille Ball. Following her death Lucy was cremated and her ashes are buried in a family plot. A heart pathway takes you to an I love Lucy trash can so you know where to find the tombstone. A short walk takes you to the heart engraved headstone. Lucille Ball is buried here with her parents and brother Fred. Next to the stone are headstones of the Hunt family which was part of her mother’s lineage. Cemetery is well kept and easy to walk in. A fitting tribute for a comedy legend who was born and raised in this town.”
— Arlene Murphy
“This is my second visit to Lake View Cemetery. It's a peaceful cemetery that's well taken care of. I had a hard time finding the grave of Hollywood superstar Lucille Ball but found a section of the cemetery honoring those serving in the military who all deserve much respect. May everyone buried at Lake View Cemetery rest in peace.”
— Adrianna Lypeckyj
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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