Josephine Medlen

Medlen, Josephine

Howell, Michigan

Her Legacy… Josephine E. Medlen, “Jo”, age 94, passed away peacefully on April 7, 2026. She was born on March 27, 1932, in Port Huron, Michigan, to Ralph and Theresa (Vargo) Lozano. Josephine married the love of her life, J.D. Medlen, on September 9, 1976, in Livonia, Michigan. Their years together were filled with devotion, companionship, and love.

She will be remembered for her generous spirit and the genuine care she showed to everyone around her. Jo had a special gift for always attending to the needs of others. She expressed her love most often through cooking—and she delighted in baking cookies for family and friends for nearly every occasion. Her compassion extended beyond her home through her volunteer work at the hospital, where she dedicated her time to caring for those in need. Jo also found joy in life’s simple pleasures. She was an avid Detroit Tigers fan, an enthusiastic reader, and enjoyed watching Hallmark movies. Jo’s kindness and warmth will be deeply missed by all who knew her.

Her Family… Jo will be missed by her loving children, Cheryl (Rick) Boyce, Michael (Jennifer) Corry, Lisa Corry, Julie Butcher, Elaine Medlen; sibling, Mary Anderson; grandchildren, Rachel (Brody), Jeffrey (Sarah), Lea, Jason (Sara), Kayla (Paul), Bill (Tiffany), Nick; great grandchildren Devin, Taylor, Gabe, Noah, Hadley, Everett, Sophia, Jonas, Tilly; beloved aunt of Susan, Michael, Kristin, Steve, Scott. She is preceded in death by her loving husband, J. D. Medlen; her children, Rick Medlen, David Medlen; siblings, Virginia Radike, Elaine DuFresne, Joseph Lozano; Grandchild, Theresa.

Her Farewell… Jo ‘s family and friends will gather 9:30 AM (10:30 AM Service), Wednesday, June 10, 2026 at Borek Jennings Funeral Home, Howell, Michigan. In Lieu of Flowers, Memorial contributions are suggested to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.  Please leave a message of comfort for Jo’s family at 1-877-231-7900, or sign her guestbook at www.borekjennings.com.

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