Heartland Cremation & Burial Society

Heartland Cremation & Burial Society, located at 616 Jackson Street in Columbia, Missouri, stands as a trusted provider of affordable, respectful end-of-life services for families throughout central Missouri. Founded in 2006 by Joe and Rachel Kinney, the society was established with a mission to offer low-cost, worry-free cremation and traditional funeral services without the high price tags often associated with the industry. The Kinneys were inspired by the success of a similar business model in Kansas City, and they sought to bring that same compassionate, value-driven approach to their own community of Columbia and the surrounding areas.

The facility features an on-site crematory and a welcoming chapel space designed to accommodate visitations, funerals, and memorial services. This convenience allows families to hold services in a comfortable, dignified environment while knowing their loved one remains in the care of the same dedicated team throughout the entire process. Heartland also provides language assistance services and ensures the location is wheelchair accessible, with accessible entrances and parking lot accommodations.

A proud member of the Veterans Funeral Care trusted provider network, Heartland Cremation & Burial Society is specially trained to work with the Department of Veterans Affairs to secure earned benefits for veterans and their families. These benefits may include VA cash, military honors, burial or inurnment in a National or Missouri Veterans Cemetery, and a burial flag. The staff is committed to honoring those who served with special farewell services that reflect their sacrifice and dedication.

In addition to core funeral and cremation services, Heartland offers an online merchandise store featuring a wide selection of wooden flag cases, cremation and keepsake urns, commemorative jewelry, memory glass, stationery supplies such as register books and thank you notes, and personalized memorial DVDs. The society operates with customer-friendly hours from 9 AM to 5 PM on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, and from 9 AM to 2:30 PM on Tuesday and Thursday, remaining closed on weekends. Families can reach the Columbia office at (573) 442-7850 anytime, day or night, to begin arrangements or simply ask questions.

With an outstanding 4.9-star rating based on 147 reviews on Google Maps, Heartland Cremation & Burial Society has earned a reputation for compassionate care, transparent pricing, and unwavering support during life’s most difficult moments. Whether a family chooses a full traditional funeral, a viewing, memorial service, or direct cremation, the Heartland team is dedicated to honoring each loved one’s wishes while respecting every family’s budget.