Northshore Funeral Services
3601 N Oakland Ave, Shorewood, WI, 53211
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?”
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.
Payment & Financial Options
Average in Wisconsin
$2,370 – $7,456
Source: NFDA 2023 · Direct cremation to traditional burial
Help filing a known life insurance claim
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.
What Families Say
“Jody Armata is truly a master of putting together beautiful and unique services that capture the essence of someone you've loved. He's an exceptional caring professional.”
— John SHERMAN
“I can't say anything about the arrangements as I was not there when my sister made them. I did make it clear that we would have a large turnout for my mother. This home could not accommodate all the people. Many people had to stand and others just left because there was no room. Parking is ridiculous. Then, they didn't do a funeral processional, but gave out maps to the cemetery which were wrong. Many people got lost. Then, they tried to rush us through the people who wanted to give their respects prior to the service. Again, they had known we were expecting a very large crowd. I feel very bad for those people who wanted to pay their respects to my mother and couldn't. There is no way I would recommend this funeral home to anyone. In the past, we have always used Goodman/Bensman and, if I ever have to plan another funeral, that is where I will go.”
— Nina Kraus
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— Sam Dixon
We can help with what comes next.
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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