Creel Funeral Home
601 W Main St, Lewistown, MT, 59457
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.
“Do you offer payment plans?”
Many funeral homes allow you to spread the cost over time. Ask about down payments, terms, and financing options.
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 Montana
$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.
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What Families Say
“My family is so grateful to Ralph and Kendra with Creel Funeral Home for the support they provided to us upon my mom’s sudden passing. As soon as Ralph and Kendra were notified of her death, they immediately drove from Lewistown to Great Falls in the middle of the night during the winter’s worst storm to provide the highest level of care for my mom. Throughout the entire funeral planning process, Ralph and his team were working tirelessly to make sure that everything was as perfect as could be. Creel truly cares about the work they do and the service they provide. Planning a loved one’s funeral can be so overwhelming, but with the level of compassion and knowledge that Creel provides, they help you get through that challenging time. I would highly recommend Creel Funeral Home to anyone and everyone. They will make sure your loved one is treated with the most respect and highest level of care that can be given. Thank you for all you’ve done for my mom and for our family.”
— Kristina Johnson
“We’ve used Creel as our funeral home of choice for multiple family members passing over the years. Truly grateful for how helpful they have always been and how easy they make every step of the process as well as the support they provide along the way. We are so lucky to have Ralph and his team as a part of our community.”
— Tina Clausnitzer
“Ralph and Elizabeth have been so helpful and understanding throughout the entire process of handling my grandmother's final wishes, from initial planning, to the eventuality of executing them. I sincerely appreciate their knowledge, tact, and support during this difficult time for our family. They truly provide an amazing service for families when dealing with times that may otherwise seem insurmountable, and they genuinely care about their clients. Thank you for all you do.”
— Lacey Watson
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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