Betty Lou McCubbins Medina

September 7, 1953 - August 12, 2020

Betty Lou McCubbins Medina, born September 7, 1953, Tinker Air Force Base, Oklahoma to Mike McCubbins and Belva Laverne McCorkle both deceased. Betty was a graduate of Wagner High School, Clark Air Force Base, Luzon Island, Philippines. During the long Navy and Air Force career of her father, Betty enjoyed the benefits of travel and knowledge of several states in America as well as Japan and the Philippines Islands. She was the eldest of 5 daughters who grew up and traveled the world as Air Force Brats. Betty met Lou, the love of her life and became an Army wife and the world travels continued. Betty is survived by husband of 43 years Louis Angelo Medina, a stepson Christopher Medina, and a stepdaughter Linda Medina-Mirabilio (John), four sisters: Jeannie Oerther (Mark), Darlene McCubbins, Micki Broome (Mike) and Kelly Taylor (Joseph), cherished nieces and nephews Michael, Mark, Brandon, Tyler(Jennifer), Parker, Leigh Ann(Mark), Josh, Alex, Chloe, Shane, Junie, Landon, Lorelei, Jason, Matthew, Addison, and Bella. Landon and Lorelei captured Aunt Betty’s heart and the 3 of them had a very special and close bond. She was a child advocate and was a dedicated ECE instructional assistant for many years. She made a world of difference in the lives of all she touched. She loved her job, served as a coach, private tutor, mentor and friend to all. She never forgot her favorite sister was Jeannie, Darlene, Micki and Kelly (^_^) kidding but true. A private memorial service for immediate family will be held on a later date. Memorial contributions can be made to, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital and Arthritis Foundation. Memories of Betty Lou and messages of support for the family can be shared at www.ratterman.com.