Lakeside Funeral Home
340 E Prien Lake Rd, Lake Charles, LA, 70601
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 Louisiana
$2,246 – $7,063
Source: NFDA 2023 · Direct cremation to traditional burial
If they had life insurance, it can cover this
Funerals in this area run $2,246–$7,063. 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
“I want to let everyone know about Lakeside Funeral Home tucked away off Prien Lake Rd in Lake Charles, LA. Kyle was so easy to talk to especially when making arrangements for our dad. He checked on us during the visitation and Kyle was very patient with our needy family with every single question. The price of arrangements were half the amount we paid for my mom’s service at a different funeral home. It was so beautiful inside and peaceful creating a very comforting space to celebrate our dad. Thanks so very very much for everything you did to make a difficult time very comfortable.”
— Kissney Traub
“Mr. Ardoin and his team are extremely knowledgeable and caring. They took the utmost care of my mother. The facility is beautiful, immaculate, and comfortable. The process was as smooth as possible and his knowledge and candor was certainly appreciated. I strongly recommend them. Jason”
— Jason Martinez
“Kyle was the most professional and easy to work with. The staff provided a home filled environment and assisted us in fulfilling our mothers wishes. My mother would have been proud with the way everything was set up and the video was exceptional. Special thanks for the catering and the flowers were beyond reproach. Thank You for a lasting memory!”
— Rusty Rougeou
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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