500 E Mountain View Ave, Ellensburg, WA, 98926
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?”
Ask whether assignment is available for your policy and location, what fees apply, and what you must pay upfront. MedaSynq does not arrange assignments.
“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
Under the FTC Funeral Rule, funeral homes must give price information by telephone and a written General Price List when you visit in person. Federal law does not require them to send the list by mail or email. You can select individual goods and services and use a casket purchased elsewhere.
Average in Washington
$2,869 – $9,025
Source: NFDA 2023 · Direct cremation to traditional burial
Funerals in this area run $2,869–$9,025. If your family knows of a life insurance policy, Claim Assist can help file and follow up on the claim. The insurer decides whether to pay. There is no upfront fee; separate service terms apply.
“I would highly recommend Brookside Funeral Home and Crematory to any family or friend. They took care of both my Father and Mother who passed 9 months apart. With both they were caring, compassionate and consummated professionalism during a very difficult and confusing time. Kelly was incredibly sensitive and accommodating when my parents passed. When my Father passed, Kelly even made it a priority to travel to my Mother’s residence in another city when my Mother was unable to go to the funeral home due to her disability. For both of my parents, Kelly made the process seamless which allowed our family to focus on the grieving process rather than all the logistics and paperwork. When my Mother passed, I didn’t hesitate to choose Brookside again. Kelly was so comforting and our family was treated so well with my Father, we knew we would have the same experience with my Mother, and we did. With Kelly, all my options were communicated to me and our family was able to have a meaningful experience that we appreciate. Our family is thankful that we choose Brookside. There are so many good things to say about the professionalism of their services, and about Kelly’s meaningful compassion as a Funeral Director.”
— Shay Kinnan
“There are not enough kind words to express the compassionate service my family received from Kelly during the completion of the funeral arrangements for my grandmother. Kelly was kind, patient and empathetic while communicating thoroughly to my 91 year old grandfather what was included in the preplanned services and what little needed to be added at the time of passing for my grandmothers cemetery headstone. Kelly went above and beyond to make this difficult life experience as effortless and bearable as possible. Thank you to the Brookside staff for making my family feel like their family during this process. My grandfather has set his end of life arrangements with Brookside as well and while no one is ever ready to say goodbye to a loved one, knowing his arrangements with be met with as much care as my grandmother's was, will be a relief for my family.”
— Chell Belle
“Charity was wonderful to work with. She made us feel heard and taken care of. She communicated with us continually and was readily available for any of our questions and needs. Jamin was compassionate and truly genuine really taking the time to get to know our mom through us. He delivered a beautiful tribute that we couldn't be more pleased with. They took what burden they could off our shoulders during our most difficult time. They went well above and beyond what they needed to.It was such a blessing to have them help us through this process. We would highly recommend them.”
— Crystal Johnston
If your family knows of a life insurance policy, Claim Assist can help file and follow up on the claim. No upfront fee; the service fee and terms are disclosed before you enroll.
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Many funeral homes allow you to spread the cost over time. Ask about down payments, terms, and financing options.