Jo Ann Korczynski, WHFR's Blues Music Director and Host of "Highway 61" (Fridays 2-6 PM) has died

From her son Ed: "Jo Ann Korczynski, age 82, of Dearborn, Michigan,, passed away January 6, 2016. Jo Ann was born November 3, 1933, in Detroit, the daughter of George and Jo (Cessna) Selke. A graduate of Cass Tech, she worked in Hudson’s display department. In 1958, she married Edward M. Korczynski (1932-1996) with whom she shared the joy of music appreciation. She was a professional story-teller. From 1995 through 2015, Jo Ann Korczynska was the DJ of the “Highway 61” blues show on WHFR radio, produced three “Uncut Detroit” compilation CDs, and was awarded a Detroit Blues Society lifetime achievement award. She is survived by her children Edward (Beth) and Robert (Melania), and by 2 grandchildren. What a wonderful life! There will be no funeral; a remembrance party will happen later this year. In lieu of sending flowers, plant “flowers” in your own life. She leaves you with a message of peace and love." Jo Ann, ALL OF WHFR management and staff mourn your death and will miss you greatly, and will never forget all the music and musicians you introduced to us and all your support for the mission of WHFR.