Joseph S Bazar

BAZAR, JOSEPH S., 76, passed away Tuesday, October 10, 2017. He was the husband of Ann (Goldsmith) Bazar; they were married for 45 years. He was born in Providence, a son of Banice and Beverly (Wishnevsky) Bazar. He was the principal of Bazko, Inc. which sold supplies to military post exchanges worldwide. Joseph (Joey) was appointed to the Mayor’s Crime Commission in Providence, RI by Mayor Vincent “Buddy” Cianci Jr. in 1976 and served in that capacity for over forty years. He also served in the U.S. Army and was stationed in Germany. Besides his wife, he is survived by his children Kerri Brennan and her husband Michael, Todd Bazar and his wife Barbara; by his brothers Peter Bazar and his wife Charlotte, David Bazar and his wife Susan and his sister Karen Bergel and her husband Alan; and by grandchildren Erin Gavin, Dayna Gavin, and Cecilia DeRosa. He was the adoring father of the late Dayna Bazar. Joey brought life and love to all he encountered. He was known for his charismatic personality and elevated the spirits of those around him. Funeral services will be held Monday, October 16th at 11:00 AM at Temple Beth-El, 70 Orchard Ave., Providence with burial in Swan Point Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to the Comprehensive Cancer Center at RI Hospital, 593 Eddy St., Providence, RI 02903 or Hope Hospice, 1085 N. Main St., Providence, RI 02904. Shiva will be held immediately following the burial through 8:00 PM at the home of Peter Bazar.