305 Alfred A Plourde Pkwy, 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?”
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 Maine
$2,620 – $8,240
Source: NFDA 2023 · Direct cremation to traditional burial
Funerals in this area run $2,620–$8,240. 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 want to take a minute to thank the staff at Fortin Pinette Group in Lewiston. This group of amazing people made me feel that we where the only family being taken care of. I had no responsibility for the planning, Kevin Simoneau and his staff, my friends, where absolutely amazing. Every detail was handled, every piece our family didn't think of was brought up, the set up was amazing, the celebration of life with a reception was tended to with perfection. Golf balls where ordered for folks to take home which was a welcome surprise to me. My family could not have asked for a more appropriate amazing tribute to my father. Thank you for doing what you do everyday and taking care of my dad like he was yours.”
— Erik Tiner
“We had an amazing experience during this very difficult time with all the staff at The Fortin & Pinette Group. Everyone consistently went above and beyond for our family and our dad. From Marcel who picked up our Dad, to Marc our funeral director, Victoria in the office and the day of visitations, Sarah at both the visitations and the funeral, and Kory who helped us with our own pre-planning arrangements, everyone was so great! Marc our Funeral Director was top notch! So Caring and compassionate, and he was always available to us. We would highly recommend them to anyone during their time of this need. ~ The Saindon Family”
— Muriel
“Their tag line is “Every detail remembered “. That is certainly the experience our family had. From the time our mother passed, the planning meeting, the time of visitation, the funeral Mass, the service at the cemetery, and a follow up meeting to review everything, their staff was attentive to our every need. It was comforting to be able to just spend time with our family and guests knowing they were guiding us at every step. Thank you to everyone at the Fortin & Pinette group for making every detail a memorable one .”
— James Boulet
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.