Heather Lynn Shake passed away unexpectedly at her residence on September 2, 2025, at the age of 57. Her family mourns her sudden loss. Heather was born on October 30, 1967, in Danville, Illinois.
Heather is forever cherished and remembered by her loving husband Kevin Shake, her daughter Maddi Shake (husband David Yoon) of Kansas City, Mo., son Drew Shake, sister Darcy Johnson (husband Scott and children Trinity and Seth) and her mother Sonie Highberg of Paris, Il. Also surviving are many nieces, nephews, and a brother and sister-in-law.
Kevin and Heather were married for 31 years as of June 25th, 1994.
Her passing follows the loss of her father, Ron Thiede, stepfather Bill Highberg, and her grandparents.
Heather graduated from high school and attended Park Land College while pursuing a psychiatric nursing degree. She loved to pray, read a good book, and vacationing in Panama City Beach Florida. She also had a large fondness for anything Muppets related and loved puzzles. Some of her greatest joy came from their two children. They created many memories while enjoying Florida trips as a family.
A funeral mass will be held on Friday, September 12, at the St. Lawrence Catholic Church at 6944 East 46th St, in Lawrence, In. A gathering will begin at 2:00 to 4:00, with mass at 4:00. A meal will follow at 5:00.
Heather will be laid to rest in Mt. Hope Cemetery, S Stringtown Rd, Covington, IN 47932 on Tuesday, September 16, 2025, at 1PM.
For those wishing to donate, the St. Lawrence Catholic Church was her favorite charity.
Arrangements are in the care of Flanner Buchanan-Washington Park East.
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