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25 Tampa St, Lewiston, ME, 04240
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.
Average in Maine
$2,620 – $8,240
Source: NFDA 2023 · Direct cremation to traditional burial
Funerals in this area run $2,620–$8,240. 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.
“Brian and his staff at Funeral Alternatives treated us with the utmost respect and kindness after my mothers passing ! Phone calls were Promptly returned, emails were promptly returned, And all appointments / were on time for our services. It’s never an easy thing to talk about, or to leave a review about a parents passing, but they totally deserve this review . Thank you Brian and your staff for your kindness and professionalism.”
— Shawn Damon
“Fantastic people to work with. When my beloved husband suddenly passed away at a young age we had no life insurance or preplanning in place. The gentlemen that walked me through the process were amazing. I as a young devastated widow needed someone to gently walk me through the process. I highly recommend this company. I could never possibly repay their act of kindness or compassion. There's never any possible way to thank them enough! STAY SAFE AND STAY LOVED!!!”
— Cindy McCaffery
“My experience with funeral alternatives in Lewiston was very sad and disappointing. I was arranging my dads cremation from Florida. I had left my dad to come home and he passed a few days later. After being recommended to me I went with funeral alternatives, the first call getting the paper work emailed to be able to release my dad to them was easy, every attempt to reach them after that was not easy, I was told my dads ashes were mailed and they in fact weren't until a week later. After many attempts to reach Jonathan I had my husband send a email and finally had a response. After receiving my dads ashes I called johnothan again numerous times to make sure he received my payment. 8 months later I get a call that my payment wasn't verified and want proof of payment. If the communication would of been there in the beginning this wouldn't of been a issue. I'm truly disappointed with funeral alternatives. After reviewing them on Facebook they had my review removed. the compassion I feel like a buisness like this should have is NOT there.”
— Corky Rashelle
We file the life insurance claim and recover unclaimed property — the payout can help cover costs like these. $0 upfront.
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