Dostie Funeral Home: “A Service Made from Tradition”

By Kathryn Roberts
Freelance Writer

“Years ago, funeral services were held in the comfort of the family home,” explained Guy Dostie, owner and funeral director of Dostie Funeral Home in Lewiston. “This is what we want our families to feel: our home is their home.” With that principle motivating their work, Dostie has gone beyond simple business to create an extension of family that provides support during difficult times.
Family owned and operated, Dostie Funeral Home offers affordable services to meet the particular needs of each customer, ranging from full traditional services and visitation to cremation without services. “Every person has his own thoughts and beliefs. Our aspiration is to make each request as personal as possible,” said Dostie.
To accommodate the needs of any size family, the handicap-accessible facility offers a large chapel area able to seat over 200 guests with a sitting area equipped with a television and DVD player for viewing video remembrances of the loved one, if desired. Adjacent to the main visiting room is a children’s play room, where kids can keep busy with games, television, books and more throughout the service. Also available is a room in which refreshments may be served, along with an outdoor patio for visitors.
With over 22 years experience in the business, Dostie is proud to be able to work with families on a personal basis. “It is very humbling and satisfying to serve families during their time of need,” he said. “Whether it is meeting the family at their home, picking up a friend who does not have a ride, creating a DVD for the family, having someone available with an umbrella on a rainy day or delivering family items to a customer’s home, the small things go a long way.”
Dedication to every aspect of funeral planning along with a true sense of family is also reflected in the company’s hours of operation. “Due to the unique nature of our profession, we are available all hours of the day and night,” said Dostie. “We personally answer the majority of the phone calls, whether in the evening or the early morning hours.” Dostie meets with families outside of normal business hours when requested and will even travel to the customers’ homes.
In addition to providing considerate service, Dostie Funeral Home offers considerate prices. “With true affordability and exceptional service, we at Dostie Funeral Home encourage families to compare our costs with those of other area funeral homes before making a final decision,” said Dostie. Customers are also encouraged to explore the company’s Web site, www.dostiefuneralhome.com, for more information about offered services, preplanning options, and even links to suggested Web resources to aid with the grieving process.
While the sorrow involved in funeral preparations is never easy, Dostie Funeral Home is available to provide support and guidance through every stage of services. With a simple, but essential, statement, Guy Dostie captures the spirit behind Dostie Funeral Home: “I am very proud to serve families as if they were my own.”
Serving the Lewiston-Auburn area, Dostie Funeral Home is now the most conveniently located local family owned funeral home to serve the Lisbon-Lisbon Falls, Sabattus and Durham communities. Their new location at 2151 Lisbon Road in Lewiston offers a large comfortable, country home setting with ample parking and easy access to all surrounding areas.
www.dostiefuneralhome.com
2151 Lisbon Rd. • Lewiston • 782-8221