Hannah Shaffer Obituary, Death: Tragic Passing of 15-Year-Old Carlisle, Iowa Resident in Warren County Car Accident
The Carlisle community is mourning the loss of Hannah Shaffer, a vibrant and promising 15-year-old who tragically passed away in a car accident in Warren County on Sunday night, June 9, 2024. Hannah’s life was cut short when the Toyota Camry Solara she was in slid into a ditch on 200th Avenue, near the intersection of Delaware Avenue and 200th Street.
The accident occurred while the car was heading north on 200th Avenue, resulting in two of the three occupants being ejected from the vehicle. Hannah was rushed to a hospital in Des Moines, where she was pronounced dead. The other two teenagers, aged 15 and 16, were injured and transported to the hospital for treatment.
Hannah was a beloved student at Carlisle High School, known for her kindness, vibrancy, and bright future. Her tragic death has sent shockwaves through the school and the broader Carlisle community, prompting the rescheduling of the school board meeting and baseball and softball games on Monday night. Social media is flooded with tributes, remembering Hannah as a kind and vibrant soul who touched many lives.
Hannah is survived by her loving parents, siblings, extended family, and countless friends. Her loss is deeply felt by all who knew her, and her memory will forever remain in the hearts of those she left behind. A memorial service will be held on June 16, 2024, at 3:00 PM at Carlisle High School Gymnasium, where friends, family, classmates, and the community are invited to gather and remember a life that ended far too soon.
Hannah’s tragic passing is a reminder of the fragility of life and the importance of cherishing every moment with loved ones. Her memory will live on through the countless lives she touched, and her legacy will continue to inspire and uplift those who knew her.
The community is coming together to support Hannah’s family and friends during this difficult time. The memorial service will be an opportunity for everyone to celebrate Hannah’s life and pay their respects to a bright and promising young life that was taken too soon.
Hannah’s passing has left a void in the Carlisle community, but her memory will never be forgotten. Her kindness, vibrancy, and bright future will continue to inspire and uplift those who knew her, and her legacy will live on in the hearts of her loved ones.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to a memorial fund in Hannah’s name, which will be used to support a cause close to her heart. Details of the memorial fund will be announced at the memorial service.
The Carlisle community will come together to celebrate Hannah’s life and support her family and friends in the days ahead. Her tragic passing is a reminder of the importance of cherishing every moment with loved ones and the impact one person can have on a community.
Hannah’s legacy will live on through her loved ones, and her memory will be a blessing to all who knew her. Rest in peace, Hannah Shaffer. Your life may have been cut short, but your impact will never be forgotten.
