SATF mourns the passing of Jennifer Medrano

Pharmacy Technician Jennifer Medrano, a valued staff member of the Substance Abuse Treatment Facility and State Prison (SATF) in Corcoran, passed away on March 31, 2026.

Jennifer began her career with CDCR in 2007, serving in the SATF CTC Pharmacy for her entire 18 years and 4 months of state service. Throughout her career, she was known for her dedication, compassion, and commitment to supporting the health care needs of the institution.

“We extend our heartfelt condolences to Jennifer’s family and friends during this difficult time.” said SATF.

Jennifer is survived by her husband, Sean Medrano; her children, Taitum S. Medrano (24), Sean J. Medrano (20) and Emily E. Medrano (16).

“She brought us all together, and was our matriarch,” her family shared. “She was a mother, daughter, wife, sister, best friend, grandmother and most of all… she was loved!”

Services will be held on Thursday, April 23 at 11:00 a.m. at Peoples Funeral Chapel, 501 N. Douty St., Hanford, CA 93230. A Celebration of Life will follow from noon to 4 p.m. at 506 N. Douty St., Hanford, CA 93230.

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