Karen Sue Shinneman, 78 of Clinton, IL passed away at 10:31 AM, April 24, 2023 at Bloomington Rehabilitation & Health Center, Bloomington, IL.

Per Sue’s request no services are planned. The family entrusted Calvert Funeral Home, Clinton, IL arrangements.

Sue was born April 20, 1945 in Clinton, IL the daughter of Earl L. and Hazel L. (Bray) Polen.

Sue was the General Manager of The Clinton Daily Journal in Clinton, IL, then became the General Manager of The Mendota Reporter in Mendota, IL. She then relocated to Page, AZ to be the Publisher for The Lake Powell Chronicle until her retirement in 2015. Following her retirement, she returned to Clinton to be closer to her family. She enjoyed basket weaving, taking care of her flowers, and especially spending time with her family.

Online condolences may be made at www.calvertmemorial.com