Karen Elizabeth Hardesty Obituary
The family of Karen Elizabeth Hardesty of Ellington, Missouri announces her passing on September 27, 2026. Karen, born on July 22, 1944 in Peoria, Illinois, is remembered by family, friends, and others who shared time and connection. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Karen Elizabeth Hardesty to show support.
Family, friends, and acquaintances remember Karen for her warmth, thoughtfulness, and the moments shared together. While she will be deeply missed, the influence she had on the lives around her remains. Loved ones will reflect on the time spent together. Karen’s memory will live on in the hearts of friends and family, a lasting reminder of the connections and experiences she brought to the world.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Bryan Shrode and Irma Shrode (Derby); and her siblings, Larry Shrode, Marilyn, Helen and Ellen.
She is survived by: her children, Scott Hardesty (Bonnie) of Allen and Angie Jones of Ellington; her brother John Shrode (Carola) of Bloomington; and her grandchildren, Sophia Hardesty of Allen, Joshua Jones (Ashley McClanahan) of Ellington and Kelley Jones of Poplar Bluff. She is also survived by six great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild.
A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, November 21st 2026 at 2:00 PM at the Old Tram Bar (654 Hwy Y, Ellington, MO 63638).
