Cathy Anne Lozen

Cathy Anne Lozen (Smith), 77, of Port Huron, passed away on December 5, 2024, following a courageous years-long battle against angiosarcoma.
She was born February 24, 1947, to parents, Ivan and Marquita Smith in Hastings, Michigan. She graduated from Delton Kellogg High School and went on to Alma College where she was a varsity tennis player, drum majorette, played field hockey, and met Timothy J. Lozen who became her college sweetheart.
Upon graduation, Cathy and Tim were married and, although they knew no one there, they moved to Port Huron to accept teaching positions with the Port Huron Area School District because that was the only school system that had two positions open for them. They grew to love the community and stayed to raise their family.
Along with her husband, Tim, she is survived by her children, Megan (Scott) Barnes, Timothy (Megan) Lozen, and Matthew (Elizabeth) Lozen; grandchildren, Kendall Barnes, Keller Lozen, Griffin Lozen, and Harriet (Hattie) Lozen; sister, Debra (Bob) Truax; brother-in-law, John (Michelle) Lozen; and sister-in-law, Christie Looney.
Professionally, Cathy dedicated over 40 years to the Port Huron Schools in many capacities. She served as a teacher, championship winning tennis coach, principal, and in numerous administrative positions ultimately serving as Director of K-12 Curriculum. She was especially proud of her role in developing and implementing the District's "New Teacher Induction Program" to provide counseling and assistance to new teachers.
Cathy was well known as a leader in curriculum development and was an active leader in many educational development organizations, leading workshops and programs throughout the state and nationally. She was a member of the Michigan Reading Association, Middle Cities Education Association, Michigan Association of Math Teachers, and participated in a statewide Department of Education program to provide training and support for women aspiring to become education administrators. Not one to remain idle following retirement, Cathy continued curriculum development work forming Lozen Consulting, LLC to provide consulting services to improve failing schools.
She was a life-long learner. She earned a Bachelor's Degree from Alma College, Master's Degree in Education from Eastern Michigan University, an Education Specialist Degree from Oakland University, and was in the University of Michigan School of Education Doctoral Program for Education Foundations, Policy, and Administration.
An avid sports enthusiast, she rarely missed a U of M or Detroit Lions game, while actively cheering with her pom poms. Cathy also loved to support her children and grandchildren's activities, travelling to their athletic meets, marching band performances, and robotics competitions. She was an avid golfer, two-time Open Division Robinson tennis champion, and served as President of the Port Huron Golf Club Ladies Association. She was also active in the Port Huron Garden Club, was a long-time member of the First Presbyterian Church, and served as a member of St. Clair County's original Parks Commission.
She was passionate about the people, causes, and organizations she loved. She knew how to get things done efficiently and effectively and did not suffer fools gladly. She will be sorely missed by her family, friends, and the organizations she loved.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, December 12, 2024, from 3:00 to 7:00 PM at Grace Memorial - Smith Chapel, 1525 Hancock Street, Port Huron, Michigan 48060. Memorial services will take place on Friday, December 13, 2024, at the First Presbyterian Church of Port Huron, 811 Wall Street, Port Huron, MI 48060, at 11:00 AM with visiting starting at 10:00 AM. Pastor Kathy Tessin will officiate. Following will be a luncheon at The Port Huron Golf Club.
Those who wish to watch a livestream of the funeral service on the First Presbyterian Church of Port Huron's Youtube page may do so by clicking the following link: http://www.youtube.com/@1stpresbyterianchurchporth643
Memorial Donations may be made to First Presbyterian Church of Port Huron, No Kid Hungry, Mid City Nutrition, or to the Sarcoma Foundation of America.
For information and guestbook, visit, www.gracemem.com