Mathews, Karen

Karen Mathews was born in Stockton, CA. Her parents, Avis and Harlin, farmed a few acres in San Joaquin County and her father built homes as a contractor. Karen, a product of public education, is the middle child of three. Her interest in public service was inspired by her father's service during World War II, helping to liberate the Nazi death camps. A mother of two, Mathews was appointed to city clerk in Manteca in 1981 and served for three years. In 1984, she became the assistant registrar of voters for Stanislaus County. She served as the registar of voters from 1984 to 1990 . In 1990 she