The world bids farewell to Karen Kae Johnson (Arlington Heights, Illinois), born in Ottumwa, Iowa, departing peacefully on April 21, 2024 at the age of 81. Karen Kae leaves behind memories cherished by the community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

She was predeceased by : her parents, Mickey Lane and Elaine Lane (Brooks); her husband Jim; her stepfather Bob; her brother Mike; and her nephew Nick.

She is survived by : her children, Julie Kae Wallace (Andy) of Cumming, Georgia, Jenny Johnson of Arlington Heights and Jeff Johnson (Jennifer) of Arlington Heights; and her grandchildren, Sydney Kae, Emily Jo Wallace, Jack Edward, Jasper Lane Johnson, Jasmine Marie and Jordon Edward Johnson.

Visitation was held on Friday, April 26th 2024 from 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM and on Saturday, April 27th 2024 from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM. A funeral service was held on Saturday, April 27th 2024 at 10:00 AM at the First Presbyterian Church of Arlington Heights (302 N Dunton Ave, Arlington Heights, IL 60004).

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Karen's name to the Sarcoma Foundation of America (curesarcoma.org/donate-today/) or the American Heart Association (heart.org). Memorial ContributionsAmerican Heart Association300 S. Riverside Plaza Building, Chicago, IL 60606312-346-4675Visit website Sarcoma Foundation of AmericaVisit website.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Glueckert Funeral Home Ltd