Lester H. Wedekindt Funeral Home Inc
3290 Delaware Ave, Kenmore, NY, 14217
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.
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What Families Say
“After my father had passed, it was obviously a very emotional and trying time for the entire family. With so much on your mind and not really knowing the next steps, Lester H. Wedekindt was a blessing to have. The professionalism, patience, and overall thoroughness of this funeral home is outstanding. We had specifically worked with Tammy, who has helped me out tremendously even after the memorial for my father was completed, but everyone on the staff is willing and available to help with any questions and concerns. Since the very first call I made to Tammy, she clearly and concisely guided me step by step with setting up the memorial at the church, the celebration of life and luncheon, the flowers, urn selection, governmental necessities, and every other detail in between. Whenever I had a question, she answered me patiently and clearly on what was to be done. The day of the memorial, when everything seems the busiest, Lester H. Wedekindt had people on call to help assist our guests with a professionalism and efficiency that made the day go extremely smoothly. I highly recommend Lester H. Wedekindt Funeral Home and I want to personally thank the staff for their amazing work during this most difficult time.”
— Adam Caruso
“Lester was so accommodating for my grandpa's funeral. He was kind and respectful towards my grandma and other family members and really went out of his way to host a beautiful memorial. He communicated with my grandma through the whole process and went above and beyond to make sure he received all of the credits he was owed through the VA, things that our family never would've thought of through this hard time. Would totally recommend Lester to anyone needing a funeral home for a loved one.”
— Allison Jasper
“I would like to publicly thank Tammy for all she did for me and my family. Everything was done so professionally and with great compassion. She went out of her way to remind me of things that needed to be done and gave me great advice at this difficult time. I would certainly recommend Lester H. Wedekindt Funeral Home to anyone in need of a reasonable, clean, efficient place to say good-bye to a love one.”
— Dianna Leithner
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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