Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
BORN
1947
DIED
2024
Joseph Zadik Obituary
03/26/1947 - 06/03/2024
Joseph (Yossi) Zadik (Yoseph ben Shimon and Tova) passed away peacefully in his home on the morning of Monday, June 3, 2024, at the age of 77.
Yossi is survived by his beloved wife of 27 years, Anne Bakar; his five children, Amnon (Sharon), Benzi, Jacqui, Morty, and Eli; his six grandchildren, Josh, Jonah, Jeremy, Jacob, Danielle, and Joey; and his siblings, Shlomo (Sima), Ayala, and Liora.
Born in Isfahan, Iran, and raised in Jerusalem, Israel, Yossi's early life was imbued with rich Jewish traditions. While attending high school, Yossi worked multiple jobs to help support his family. He served in the Six-Day War and was deeply impacted by the loss of his brother, Benzion, in the Yom Kippur War. In 1969, he immigrated to the U.S. to attend university and fulfill his aspirations for greater prosperity.
Yossi's first marriage took him to Calgary, Canada, where he raised his eldest three children and built a prosperous hotel business. After his divorce, he moved to the Bay Area, where he nurtured his second family. His tireless work ethic, interpersonal sensibilities, and love for the art of negotiation fueled his entrepreneurial success over the ensuing three decades, primarily by starting energy businesses and investing in real estate.
Yossi always maintained his humility and sense of humor. He also relished the opportunity to mentor others, whether the immigrant contractor from Mexico or the small grocery store operator from Iran.
Yossi ardently passed down Jewish values to his children, especially the value of charity (tzedakah). He made significant and frequently anonymous contributions to Chabad of Oakland, Beth Jacob Congregation, A.I.P.A.C., and other community organizations.
Yossi touched countless lives beyond his family through his warmth, charisma, and spiritual mentorship.
Yossi was a righteous man-a true t'zadik. May his memory be a blessing.
Donations in memory of Joseph Zadik can be made to Chabad Jewish Center of Oakland, Beth Jacob Congregation, or A.I.P.A.C.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Joseph Zadik
Make a Donation
in Joseph Zadik's name
Memorial Events
for Joseph Zadik
How to support Joseph's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Joseph Zadik's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
