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Trusted Cremation & Funeral Services in Maine
Funeral Alternatives is a locally-owned and operated family business dedicated to providing sensible, cost-effective cremation and funeral services. We prioritize flexibility and affordability, offering options that meet diverse family needs while maintaining a commitment to compassionate care. Our experienced team is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, to guide families through the process with professionalism and empathy. We specialize in simplified cremation, burial services, and pre-need arrangements, ensuring transparency and ease during challenging times. With locations in Lewiston, Augusta, and Brunswick, we serve Androscoggin, Cumberland, Kennebec, and surrounding counties.Our mission is to alleviate financial and emotional burdens by offering fair pricing and personalized support without pressure. We pride ourselves on thoroughness, timeliness, and efficiency, ensuring cremains are ready within 5 - 7 business days. Our services include memorial merchandise such as urns and caskets, with customization options to honor loved ones. We emphasize advance planning to provide peace of mind and cost savings, assisting families in making informed decisions that align with their wishes and budgets.
Services
Cremation Services
Burial Services
Pre-Need Packages
Memorial Urns
Metal Caskets
Wood Caskets
Highlights and features
- We offer 24/7 availability for urgent arrangements.
- Our team provides personalized, no-pressure guidance.
- Cost-effective options save families hundreds or thousands of dollars.
- We specialize in transparent, simplified cremation and burial services.
- Multiple locations serve Androscoggin, Cumberland, and Kennebec counties.
What people say
Affordable pricing
24/7 availability
Compassionate staff
Transparent process
Services
Cremation Services
Affordable cremation options include basic plastic urns, bronze urns, or scattering urns. Services feature memorial ceremonies, visiting hours, and cremation trays. All packages include arrangements, permits, and death certificates, with cremains ready in 57 business days.
Burial Services
Traditional burial packages include metal caskets, cement grave liners, and funeral services. Services cover embalming, hearse transportation, and cemetery coordination. Transparent pricing ensures no hidden fees for certified copies or cemetery costs.
Pre-Need Arrangements
Pre-need packages allow advance planning for cremation or burial. Services include personalized consultations, cost savings, and peace of mind. We assist with mortuary trusts and vital statistics documentation to streamline future arrangements.
Memorial Urns
A selection of memorial urns in bronze, marble, granite, steel, cloisonne, or wood. Customization options available for personalized tributes. Urns are sourced from leading U.S. manufacturers to honor individual preferences and budgets.
Metal Caskets
Durable metal caskets available in various styles and finishes. Designed for traditional burials, these caskets ensure lasting quality. Options include rental caskets for viewings and personalized engravings for memorials.
People
Chuck Kincer
Owner & Funeral Director
With decades of experience, Chuck Kincer leads Funeral Alternatives, prioritizing compassionate care and affordability. He ensures families receive personalized support and transparent pricing for cremation and burial services.
Steve Nadeau
Funeral Director
Steve Nadeau provides expert guidance during difficult times, specializing in pre-need arrangements and memorial planning. His dedication to client satisfaction ensures families feel supported throughout the process.
Brian Paradis
Funeral Director
Brian Paradis combines professionalism with empathy, assisting families in navigating cremation and burial options. He emphasizes clear communication and cost-effective solutions tailored to individual needs.
Questions
What cremation packages are available?
We offer Simple Cremation ($2,350), Cremation with Memorial Service ($3,895), and Cremation with Viewing ($5,445), each including urns and documentation.
Do you provide burial services?
Yes, our Traditional Burial package ($8,695) includes a metal casket, funeral service, and cemetery coordination.
Can I pre-plan a funeral?
Yes, pre-need arrangements allow advance planning with cost savings. We assist with documentation and mortuary trusts.
Are memorial urns customizable?
Yes, we offer bronze, marble, and wood urns with personalization options for engravings and designs.
What areas do you serve?
We serve Androscoggin, Cumberland, Kennebec counties, and surrounding areas in Maine.
