Honest care. Fair prices. Real family.

We understand that losing a loved one is one of the hardest moments you will ever face. That is why we are here to guide you, every step of the way.

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Affordable care. Family compassion. No shortcuts.

Funeral and cremation services in the Columbia area

Cornerstone Cremation and Burial Center was built for one reason: Columbia-area families deserve honest, affordable funeral and cremation care from people who actually live here, not a pricing menu handed down by a corporate office.


We're part of the McAlister-Smith family, whose roots in South Carolina funeral service go back to 1886. That heritage means something practical for you: real expertise, real resources, and real accountability, brought to Columbia at a price built for today's families, not yesterday's overhead.

How can we help you?

Our services

We’ll help you put the pieces together to create a ceremony that honors a life well-lived and brings hope to those who grieve.

Plan ahead

We're here to assist you in making advance funeral service decisions. Explore our free resources or schedule a meeting with our Preplanning Specialist!

Grief support

We are here for you to offer our support as you go through the grieving process, no matter how long it’s been or what stage of the journey you’re currently on.

What our families say

Why choose us

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Honest Pricing

No surprises or pressure

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Family-Owned Care

Local, personal guidance

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Simple Options

Dignified care made clear

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Preplanning Checklist

Download our checklist to make sure you aren’t missing any important steps when planning ahead for funeral wishes.

Preplanning Checklist

Download our checklist to make sure you aren’t missing any important steps when planning ahead for funeral wishes.

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