Paul Alan Joseph
March 9, 1936 – March 8, 2024
Paul Alan Joseph passed away peacefully on March 8th, 2024, one day before his 88th birthday.
Paul was born in Inglewood, CA to Isaac and Mary Joseph on March 9th, 1936. He graduated from Inglewood High school in 1953, went on to attend UCLA, eventually earned a bachelor’s degree from Cal State LA in 1958 and a CPA certificate in 1960. He was a member of the Zevin Descendants, a large family of Jewish immigrants from Eastern Europe and Russia.
Paul led an incredible life of adventure and held many exciting careers. He was a partner and practicing accountant with Joseph and Friedman, CPA’s in the 1960’s. He was the executive producer of 6 feature films with his company Cardinal Entertainment in the ‘70’s and ‘80’s. He worked in Vienna, Austria and managed trade agreements with emerging markets in Eastern Europe in the ‘90’s. He operated a mortgage brokerage in the early 2000’s, sold reverse mortgages in the 2010’s and ended his career as a consultant here in Oxnard. His business prowess led him to 37 countries around the world and he always enjoyed connecting with people from all different backgrounds.
Paul loved his family, his Porsches, his airplanes and his fishing trips to Baja California. He was proud to come from a family of intellectuals and to be interested in the world. His stories were famous, his humor was witty and his kindness unmatched. He will be greatly missed.
Paul is survived by his 4 children, Andrew, Lisa, Adam and Nicholas, his grandson David and his many nieces, nephews and extended family.
In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the Commemorative Air Force Museum of Camarillo or donating blood to The American Red Cross.
Arrangements are under the direction of the JOSEPH P. REARDON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICE, Ventura.