Shives Funeral Home - Colonial Chapel
5202 Colonial Dr, Columbia, SC, 29203
License #fe55411
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?”
This means they bill the insurance company directly. You don't pay thousands upfront and wait to be reimbursed.
“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
The FTC Funeral Rule protects you. Every funeral home must provide an itemized General Price List if you ask — in person or over the phone. You are never required to buy a package and can choose services individually. You also have the right to use a casket purchased elsewhere.
Payment & Financial Options
Average in South Carolina
$2,121 – $6,671
Source: NFDA 2023 · Direct cremation to traditional burial
If they had life insurance, it can cover this
Funerals in this area run $2,121–$6,671. If your loved one had a life insurance policy, the benefit can cover these costs — and we'll file the claim and handle the carrier for you, even without the policy number. $0 upfront, and nothing if it doesn't pay out.
Services Offered
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What Families Say
“When a member of our community passed away in Columbia, SC we needed to arrange services on behalf of one of our families. We chose to use Shives Funeral Home to look after the pertinent documentation and to handle the arrangement details in SC. The service we received from Kelcey and his team at Shives was excellent and we would recommend their services to anyone in need.”
— Berry McGreevey
“I had a great experience. They were very kind and did an amazing job.”
— Erin Bowling
“Take real good care of ur loved ones..would recommend to anyone needing help an short on paper but u also want a nice home going for someone.”
— Shana thompson
We can help with what comes next.
We file the life insurance claim and recover unclaimed property — the payout can help cover costs like these. $0 upfront.
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