601 W Main St, Lewistown, MT, 59457
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.
“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
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 Montana
$2,370 – $7,456
Source: NFDA 2023 · Direct cremation to traditional burial
Funerals in this area run $2,370–$7,456. 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.
“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
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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