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Thompson Funeral Homes Donate to River District, Cayce -West Columbia Lions
Gregg Turner of Thompson Funeral Homes donated the proceeds from Thompson’s metal recycling program to two of it community partners:
Turner donated $500 to The River District and $500 to the Cayce-West Columbia Lions Club. Read more
Thompson Funeral Homes Voted #1 in Columbia Living Magazine for 6th Year in a Row
Lexington Life's Best Funeral Home for 2021!

Thompson Funeral Home Named Free Time's Best Funeral Home for the Best of Columbia 2019
Thank you for your votes in naming Thompson Funeral Homes Free Time's Best Funeral Home for the Best of Columbia 2019. It's our commitment to the community to serve with compassion and care. Thank you!
Events:
Veterans, Meet Your Benefits Expert
Tuesday, May 16, 2023, at 12:00 PM
Golden Corral Buffet & Grill - 5300 Forest Dr., Columbia, SC 29206
Join us and Veteran's Funeral Specialist for a complimentary lunch and meet your benefits expert.
Veterans, you may be eligible for multiple burial and memorial benefits through your U.S Armed Forces service. Unfortunately, many benefits go unclaimed.
You're invited to a complimentary lunch on us on Tuesday, May 16 at 12:00pm at Golden Corral Buffet & Grill to meet your local Veteran's Funeral Specialist, honor your service, and discover the secrets to securing your benefits. Limit two reservations per household.
RSVP today by calling (803) 573-2639.
Mother's Day 2023
Saturday, May 13, 2023 & Sunday, May 14, 2023, at 10:00 AM-2:00 PM
Greenlawn Memorial Park - 845 Leesburg Road, Columbia, SC 29209
You are cordially invited to join us as we honor Mother's Day on Saturday, May 13 & Sunday, May 14. Advisors will be on-site between 10:00am - 2:00pm to provide assistance and offer you a flower to take home or leave with Mom.
Stop by our office on Monday, May 8 - Friday, May 12 and register to win a Gift Basket filled with everything from snack-time essentials to pampering skincare goodies. Plus, sign up for a FREE Personal Planning Guide.
Easter Sunrise Service
Sunday, April 9, 2023, at 7:00 AM
Greenlawn Memorial Park - 845 Leesburg Road, Columbia, SC 29209
Join us for our 63rd Annual Community Easter Sunrise Service on Sunday, April 9th at 7:00am in the center of Greenlawn Memorial Park - 845 Leesburg Road, Columbia, SC 29209.
(In case of rain, the event will be moved into the Greenlawn Memorial Park Mausoleum Chapel).
Provided in Partnership with:
- Asbury Memorial United Methodist Church
- Greenlawn Baptist Church
- Greenlawn Memorial Park
- Lower Richland Ruritan Club
- Mill Creek United Methodist Church
- The Source Church
- Thompson Funeral Home
- Trinity Church
- Trinity Presbyterian Church
Spring Seminar - Start Spring with a Plan!
Tuesday, April 4, 2023, at 12:30 PM
Golden Corral Buffet & Grill - 5300 Forest Dr., Columbia, SC 29206
Get spring started on the right foot and enjoy a light meal on us as we discuss protection through funeral pre-planning. On Tuesday, April 4 at 12:30 p.m. at Golden Corral - 5300 Forest Dr, Columbia, SC 29206, join us for a spring seminar! Space is limited, RSVP today at (803) 573-2639 or scan the QR code.
You Don't Need Luck When You Plan Ahead
Wednesday, March 15, 2023, at 5:00 PM
River Rat Brewery - 1231 Shop Road, Columbia, SC 29201
Enjoy light appetizers on us in honor of St. Patrick's Day as we discuss how our pre-planning agents can assist you in creating a memorial and estate plan that honors your legacy. Discussion topics will include cremation, burial, pre-arrangement, and veteran benefits.
SPACE IS LIMITED, RSVP TODAY at (803) 573-2639
Coffee and Conversation - "How to Prevent Scams and Fraud"
Tuesday, February 28, 2023, at 2:00 PM
Cayce United Methodist Church - 1600 12th St Cayce, SC 29033
On Tuesday, February 28, we will welcome Victim Advocates for the Elderly and Vulnerable, John Hatchell and Tom Robinson of the Lexington County Sheriff's Department, who will be speaking on HOW TO PREVENT SCAMS AND FRAUD. Their presentation will include additional information on other services and programs that benefit seniors in our community.
The meeting starts at 2:00 p.m. and their presentation will begin at 2:30 p.m. If you would like to join us to hear this very important and timely information, plan to meet us in the education building at Cayce United Methodist Church at 1600 12th Street in Cayce! For more information, contact Mary Beth at 803-995-0068.
Winter Seminar - Show Them You Care
Tuesday, February 21, 2023, at 12:00 PM
Hickory Tavern - 141 Pelham Dr., Columbia, SC 29209
Taking control of your end-of-life arrangement plans by documenting your final wishes can provide the ultimate peace of mind to those you love.
Learn how you can give this priceless gift to those you love at our upcoming pre-planning seminar.
Our passionate staff will be on-site to walk you through the pre planning process as you enjoy a complimentary lunch from Hickory Tavern.
We will discuss:
- Cremations & Burials
- Traditional Funerals
- Veteran Benefits
- Payment Plans
- Pre-arrangements
SPACE IS LIMITED, RSVP TODAY at (803) 573-2639!
Annual Holiday Remembrance Service at Lexington Chapel
Tuesday, December 13, 2022, at 7:00 PM
Thompson Funeral Homes Lexington Chapel - 4720 Augusta Road, Lexington, SC 29073
Thompson Funeral Home cordially invites you to our Annual Holiday Remembrance Service on Tuesday, December 13, 2022, at 7:00 PM at Lexington Chapel (4720 Augusta Road, Lexington, SC 29073).
If you would like to have your loved one’s photo included in our Picture Memorial, email a photo to robin.ridgell@thompsonsfuneral.com by December 6. For those unable to attend, the service will be available for viewing via live stream at https://client.tribucast.com/tcid/5697113594.
There will be a catered reception immediately following the Remembrance Service. Please RSVP to (803) 996-1023 by Thursday, December 6 with the number of guests that will be attending.
Annual Holiday Remembrance Service at Greenlawn Chapel
Thursday, December 8, 2022, at 7:00 PM
Thompson Funeral Homes Greenlawn Chapel - 845 Leesburg Road, Columbia, SC 29209
Thompson Funeral Home cordially invites you to our Annual Holiday Remembrance Service on Thursday, December 8, 2022, at 7:00pm at Greenlawn Chapel (845 Leesburg Road, Columbia, SC 29209).
If you would like to have your loved one's photo included in our Picture Memorial, please email a photo to marybeth.lamey@thompsonsfuneral.com by December 1st. For those unable to attend, the service will be available for viewing via live stream at https://client.tribucast.com/tcid/756213050.
There will be a catered reception immediately following the Remembrance Service. Please RSVP to (803) 219-8811 by Thursday, December 1st with the number of guests that will be attending.
Pineview Ruritan Movie Night: SGT. Stubby: An American Hero
Veterans' Day - Friday, November 11, 2022 at 6pm-9pm (movie starts at 7pm)
Mt. Hebron UMC - 3050 Leaphart Road, West Columbia, 29169
In honor of Veteran's Day, we joined our local partners to sponsor this movie night. Admission is free and there will be free hot dogs and refreshments while supplies last. The movie starts at 7 PM.
This event is sponsored by:
- FunFlicks of the Midlands
- Mt. Hebron UMC
- All American Heating & Air
- Amsoil-Jean Skipper
- The Backyard Cafe - Mama Henry's
- Palmetto Outdoor Center
- Thompson Funeral Homes
17th Annual First Responders' Appreciation Cookout
Friday, October 28, 2022 at 11am-2pm
Thompson Funeral Home at Greenlawn Memorial Park
SAVE THE DATE: If you or someone you know is a first responder, please come to our 17th Annual First Responders' Appreciation Cookout being held on October 28th at 11am-2pm at the Thompson Funeral Home at Greenlawn Memorial Park at 845 Leesburg Rd, Columbia, SC. We would love to show our appreciation and support for you.
Complimentary USA Flags in Honor of Memorial Day
Saturday, May 28 & Sunday, May 29, 2022
Greenlawn Memorial Park
Greenlawn Memorial Park will be giving out complimentary USA flags in honor of Memorial Day on Saturday, May 28 and Sunday, May 29th, from 10AM to 2PM. Join us to honor the heroes of our country.
2022 Columbia Walk like MADD
April 30, 2022
Registration: 4:30PM and Event: 5:30PM
SC Criminal Justice Academy - 5400 Broad River Road Columbia, SC
On Saturday, April 30th, Walk Like MADD will be hosting the 2022 Columbia Walk like MADD event. The 2022 Columbia Walk like MADD event is MADD's signature fundraising event to help raise both awareness and funds to eliminate drunk and drugged driving. In addition to being sponsors, Thompson Funeral Home has put a team together and would like to invite members of the community to join our team or start their own! So, if you would like to join our team, donate, or learn more about this amazing event, please visit: https://www.walklikemadd.org/index.cfm?fuseaction=donordrive.team&teamID=18592
62nd Annual Easter Sunrise Service
April 17th at 7:00 AM - 8:00 AM EST
In the center of Greenlawn Memorial Park, 845 Leesburg Rd, Columbia, SC 29209-2127
Alternate location (in case of rain): Greenlawn Memorial Park Mausoleum Chapel
Please join us for our 62nd Annual Easter Sunrise Service, provided in partnership with:
Asbury Memorial United Methodist Church
Friendship Baptist Church
Greenlawn Baptist Church
Lower Richland Ruritan Club
Mill Creek United Methodist Church
The Source Church
Trinity Church
FREE Pre-planning Zoom Call
March 15th at 2:00 PM EST
ZOOM
Please join us for a FREE Pre-planning Web seminar on March 15th at 2:00 PM EST.
Reserve your spot today by clicking the following link: https://bit.ly/35uBNOl
Advance Planning Seminar
March 9, 2022 at 4:30PM
845 Leesburg Road, Columbia, SC 29209
You're invited to an Advance Planning Seminar on Wednesday, March 9 at 4:30pm at Thompson Funeral Home!
Our experts will show you how intentional planning today will protect your loved ones tomorrow. Join us for complimentary light snacks and see how easy it is to take the first step.
We will discuss:
- Cremations & Burials
- Traditional Funerals
- Celebration of Life Service
- Memorial Service
- Veteran Benefits
- Payment Plans
- Pre-arrangements
***Please RSVP at (803) 573-2639***
Advance Planning Seminar
January 31, 2022 at 3:00PM
845 Leesburg Road, Columbia, SC 29209
You're invited to an Advance Planning Seminar on Monday, January 31 at 3:00pm at Thompson Funeral Home!
Our experts will show you how intentional planning today will protect your loved ones tomorrow. Join us for complimentary light refreshments and beverages and see how easy it is to take the first step.
We will discuss:
- Cremation & Burials
- Traditional Funerals
- Veteran Benefits
- Payment Plans
- Pre-arrangements
***Please RSVP at (803) 573-2639***
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