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KAREN LEE Obituary

Karen Gail Lee Born March 4, 1943 in Pacific Grove, CA. Passed away October 29, 2010 in San Rafael. Preceded in death by parents Clarence and Beatrice Lee and brother Gary Lee. Survived by sisters, Joanne Antles and Katherine Ferrara, nieces, nephews and friends. Karen graduated from San Marcos High School, Santa Barbara in 1961. She worked with mentally disabled and delinquent teens for 16 years before her career began with the Department of Corrections at Vacaville State Prison. Karen transferred to San Quentin and worked there for 24 years, attaining the rank of Correctional Sergeant. Karen and her friends raised $100,000 for Marin AIDS Fund in the 1990s. Karen will be remembered for her humor, loyal friendships and love for her family and friends, and for her caring devotion to nieces Brandi and Darci. A celebration of Karen's life will be held at 3:00 PM on December 4, Marin Valley Mobile Country Club (100 Marin Valley Dr., Novato). Donations may be made to your favorite animal charity.

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Published by Marin Independent Journal from Nov. 14 to Nov. 15, 2010.

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Brandi Dour

December 6, 2010

A special thank you to Bubba for the use of the wonderful place, to Audrey, Donna, & Maureen for all the great food, drinks, picture boards, flowers etc. Thanks to everyone for helping! Karen was remembered in the most loving, caring way. Will never forget Dec. 4, 2010. Love to all! ~ Brandi

Maureen McManus

December 4, 2010

December 4, 2010

Today Family, Friends and Co-Workers shared in saying good-bye to our much loved Karen. It was a beautiful day, we shared thoughts, memories and stories. My one thought through out the day, everybody knew Karen to be honest, straight-up, genuine and of couse loved her humor. She cared for each and every one of us.

Thank you to all who together shared this day for Karen.

I will miss my friend and will be forever thankful she was in my life,

Love Always,
Maureen

December 2, 2010

Karen Lee. A good friend.
How I wish I could be there on Saturday to salute this fine woman. I want to send my love and sympathy to her sisters and nieces as well as her loving family. Karen's family were her friends and her friends were her family. Her integrity and respect were equaled by her irreverent humor, her quick mind and her love of laughter.
She brought one wonderful light into Heaven. Peace, Old Friend.
Barbara Terhorst

Sherry Daniel

November 20, 2010

You are going to be very missed by so many!! I for one can't Thank you enough for always being there for my girls ( Brandi & Darci ) !! God Bless you & rest in in peace Karen ....

Sharon Burns

November 15, 2010

I have fond memories of meeting Karen back in 1989. She was kind, wise, and very caring. I will always remember good times at BJs in Corte Madera, especially the Aids fundraisers. And fun camping trips at the River. Rest in Peace Mama Lee.

Lynn Jacobs

November 15, 2010

You will be truly missed. Your beebee always. Lynn

Mo Ford

November 15, 2010

My buddy..Our last little trip together was the best....

Brandi Dour

November 15, 2010

I miss talking to you, Karen. We are getting ready to celebrate you on Dec. 4th. All who knew Karen are welcome!

Jean Boggie

November 15, 2010

Mama Lee you were the best! I will miss your great sense of humor,
Jean Boggie

Jean Boggie

November 15, 2010

Mama Lee you were the best! I will miss your great sense of humor,
Jeannie Boggie

Richard L. Martinez

November 15, 2010

I had the pleasure of working with Karen while at San Quentin. She was a dedicated,hard working lady who was always professional in her demeanor. Condolences to her family.

darci jakushak

November 15, 2010

I miss you so, so, so much! Love, Darci (niece)

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