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Jesse received his undergraduate degree from Campbell University, his master's degree in Guidance and Counseling from Old Dominion University, and his Doctor of Education Degree from Virginia Tech.
He was a licensed guidance counselor for 31 years in the Newport News City Public Schools. His memberships included the Virginia Counselors Association, the Peninsula Counselors Association, Rodef Sholom Temple, and Brith Shalom.
He was predeceased by his beloved parents, Sylvia and Ben Zedd, of blessed memory, his loving wife of 41 years Elinor Goldberg Zedd, and his brother-in-law Alan Goldberg (Myrna). Survivors include: his son Joshua Fredric Zedd (Keely); granddaughter Cadence Zedd; brother-in-law, Ricky Goldberg (Iris); and sisters-in-law, Rona and Jeanie Goldberg; nephews, Jordan and Ben; niece Emily; lifelong friends Andrea Meltzer and David Liebman; cousin Kay Kesser, and a large extended family.
Service will be held on Sunday, January 26, 2025 at H.D. Oliver Funeral Apts, Norfolk Chapel at 12:00 PM. Procession to the Hebrew Cemetery Hampton will take place right after the service. A meal of consolation will be offered at Aviva Pembroke in Virginia Beach. H.D. Oliver Funeral Apts is handling all arrangements.
Memorial contributions may be made to a charity of your choice.
Online condolences may be shared with the family at www.hdoliver.com.
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