Karen Shanle Obituary

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Karen Shanle of Rochester, Illinois, who passed away on March 4, 2026. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Karen Shanle to pay them a last tribute.

In the vast expanse of eternity, Karen shall find rest, cradled in the arms of everlasting peace. And as we bid Karen farewell, her loved ones carry with them the precious gift of her memory, a beacon of hope guiding them through the shadows of sorrow towards the light of a new dawn.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Holger Petersen and Rigmor Petersen; her brother Jens; and her son Lars Shanle. She is survived by: her brother Lars; her husband Loren Shanle; her daughter Erin Shanle (Josh Martin) of Rochester; and her grandchildren, Jenna Martin and Erik Martin.

Those wishing to honor Karen may make a memorial donation to an organization supporting nature, education, or health - causes she loved deeply.