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?”
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.
Payment & Financial Options
Average in South Carolina
$2,121 – $6,671
Source: NFDA 2023 · Direct cremation to traditional burial
Help filing a known life insurance claim
Funerals in this area run $2,121–$6,671. 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.
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.
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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