Karen Yvonne Jines, daughter of Freida Martin Lee of Dexter, Missouri and the late Herbert Lee, was born on January 24, 1949 in Dearborn, Michigan, and departed this life on February 21, 2021 at her residence in Dexter, Missouri, at the age of 72 years.

Mrs. Jines was the former county Director for DAEOC for several years and she later retired from Wal-Mart Pharmacy.

On November 2, 1970 in Anaconda, Montana, she was united in marriage to Gary Jines. Mr. Jines survives of their home in Dexter.

In addition to her husband, Gary, and mother, Freida, she is survived by two daughters, Angela Collins and husband Kevin of Sikeston, Missouri and Monica Jines of Conway, Arkansas; by her granddaughter, Ashley Fyke of Sherwood, Arkansas; and by three great-grandchildren, Callie, Ryder, and Preston.

Besides her father, Herbert, she was preceded in death by her brother, Tim Lee.

No services are currently planned.

Memorials may be made to Elara Caring Hospice, 1614 W Business Hwy 60, Suite A-2, Dexter, Missouri 63841

Mathis Funeral Home in Dexter is in charge of arrangements.