Karen Kay Tynes, age 72, of Heber Springs, Arkansas, died Sunday, November 23, 2025. She was born in Flint, Michigan on March 28, 1953 to James H. Tynes and Julia E. McMurray Tynes. She was a Loving & Caring Mom/Nana/Greatnana & Friend.

She is survived by her children, JoDeca Tynes (son-in-law, Skyler Reams) of Heber Springs, Arkansas and Daniel Arseneault of Flint, Michigan; grandson, Robert Arseneault of Flint, Michigan; great-grandchildren, Indica Reams and Zachary Reams of Heber Springs Arkansas; her sisters, Kathleen A. Tynes of Flint, Michigan, Brenda D. Tynes-Pettus (Bill) of Quitman, Arkansas; brother, Lawrence M. "Larry" Tynes (Anita) of Sun City, Florida; and many nieces and nephews, and “Several Special Friends”.

She was preceded in death by her parents, James Tynes and Julia E. McMurray Tynes; and her baby sister, Vickie Lynn (Tynes) Early.

A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 AM, December 10, 2025 at Heber Springs Baptist Church. The family asks for everyone to try not to wear black and please bring a dish and stay for the potluck after the service.