DECEMBER 12 • 2024 | 63 D r. Joseph (Joe) Kozlowski, 62, passed away surrounded by his loved ones on the evening of Nov. 27, 2024. Born in Detroit, Joe was a man of exceptional intellect, boundless humor and — most of all — unwavering devotion to his family and loved ones. He had the good for- tune of being raised by Edith and Marvin, both Holocaust survivors, who cultivated a warm and loving home life. After surviving unimaginable darkness, Joe’s arrival was a symbol of renewal and hope for his parents, a joyful light that brightened their path forward. From Edith and Marvin, Joe inherited the foundational values that would shape his life: an unwavering commitment to family, a deep love for learning and the belief that spirited debates — always with respect — were a sign of love and connection. His older sister Ruth soon became his best friend, constantly doting on him and helping to feed, bathe and tuck him in at night. Despite being 10 years older, Jay and brother Joe shared a special bond, always playful with one another. Naturally, Joe admired Jay’s wisdom and athleticism — little did he know that, with time, Jay would graciously concede that Joe had bested him in both. Joe attended Michigan State University for his undergraduate degree, where he met his wife, Jill, after lending her his notes for their statistics class. They kindled a friendship that blossomed into a loving relationship. They dated throughout their 20s, over- coming long distance as Joe went on to graduate from Wayne State University School of Medicine before completing his medical residency at the University of Minnesota and his fellowship train- ing at the University of Kentucky. Throughout his decades-long med- ical career, he was a well-respected radiologist, specializing in neurora- diology. He worked tirelessly to ensure the best care for his patients while still prioritizing time with his family. Joe and Jill went on to have a beau- tiful family: first Julia, then Max, and finally Ben. He emphasized kindness and curiosity, two values he instilled in his children at a young age. When it came to academics, he was always a second teacher outside of the class- room, providing impromptu math lessons on the car rides to and from school. Outside of class, he would support his children’s interests to the fullest degree, coaching sports teams and chauffeuring them to a staggering number of extracurricular activities. Joe adored his children and bragged about them to everyone who would listen. Julia picked up his stethoscope at a young age, igniting the spark that she should later become a physician as well. Max inherited his fast math and quick thinking, always challenging his sports prognostications. Ben inherited Joe’s gift for asking thoughtful, probing questions that gently peeled back the layers to get to the heart of any mat- ter — an approach that reflected both their curiosity and care for their fam- ily. Joe’s memory will forever inspire those who knew him to live fully and love deeply. Dr. Kozlowski is survived by his wife, Jill; his children, Julia and Alex Marques, Max, and Ben; brother and sister-in-law, Jay and Renee; sister, Ruth. Joe was the loving son of the late Edith and the late Marvin Kozlowski; dear grandson of the late Max Kozlowski; brother-in-law of the late Linda Kozlowski. Contributions may be made to American Cancer Society, P .O. Box 6704, Hagerstown, MD 21741; or Zekelman Holocaust Center, 28123 Orchard Lake Road, Farmington Hills, MI 48334. A funeral service was held at Hebrew Memorial Chapel. Interment took place at Hebrew Memorial Park. Arrangements by Hebrew Memorial Chapel. The Epitome of Kindness & Curiosity Dr. Joe Kozlowski BBYO HONORS THE MEMORY OF ARNIE WIENER WE REMEMBER ARNIE’S 39 YEARS OF SERVICE AS OUR LEADER AND MENTOR, AND A LIFETIME OF IMPACT TO OUR COMMUNITY AND THE JEWISH PEOPLE. MAY ARNIE’S MEMORY BE A BLESSING. YOU CAN SEARCH THE LAST 80 YEARS OF DETROIT JEWISH NEWS HISTORY IN OUR DIGITAL ARCHIVES? Scan the QR code to search now! JEWISH NEWS THE DETROIT