Thorne-George Family Funeral Home - Queen-Lee Chapel

Thorne-George Family Funeral Home – Queen-Lee Chapel, located at 431 High Street in Shoals, Indiana, is a pillar of compassionate care and personalized funeral service in Martin County and the surrounding communities. Operating under the Queen-Lee Chapel name, this funeral home combines a rich local heritage with modern, family-centered service. The chapel is fully wheelchair accessible and offers on-site parking, ensuring ease and comfort for all families during their time of need.

The history of Queen-Lee Chapel is deeply rooted in the Shoals community. Originally known as Queen Funeral Home, it was purchased by Robert Lee in 1978. Following the sale, the name was changed to Queen-Lee Funeral Home, and it became affiliated with Ferguson-Lee Funeral Home in Bedford, Indiana. For decades, the Lees served families from the same historic High Street location. In 1990, the facility underwent extensive redecorating and structural improvements to better serve its growing clientele. In December 2016, Robert and Marjorie Lee sold the funeral home to Philip M. and Amelia Thorne and Derek C. and Abby George, who also owned and operated the Ferguson-Lee Chapel. Then, in the summer of 2022, Derek C. and Abby A. George became the sole owners, with Derek continuing to manage day-to-day operations. This continuity of local ownership ensures that every family receives the attentive, respectful care that has defined the chapel for generations.

Queen-Lee Chapel offers a comprehensive range of funeral and cremation services tailored to honor each life uniquely. Their offerings include traditional burial services, full-service cremation, affordable burial options, and direct cremation. The professional staff guides families through every detail—from casket selection to funeral flowers—with dignity and understanding. They also provide pre-planning services, allowing individuals to make arrangements in advance, relieving loved ones of future burdens. The chapel is known for its personalized approach, recognizing that every family’s needs and traditions are different.

As part of Thorne-George Family Funeral Home, Queen-Lee Chapel is dedicated to serving with passion and professionalism. Their team of licensed funeral directors and support staff is available around the clock to assist with arrangements and provide immediate support. The chapel also maintains an active online presence through its website and Facebook page, where obituaries, service information, and community updates are shared. For those seeking a funeral home that blends longstanding tradition with contemporary care, Queen-Lee Chapel stands as a trusted and comforting choice in Shoals, Indiana.