Oded (Dedi) Levinson z”l, a veteran Israeli journalist and longtime media personality, passed away at the age of 64 after battling a serious illness.
Levinson, who served for many years as head of the economic division and a prominent broadcaster on Army Radio (Galei Tzahal), was widely known and respected in the world of Israeli journalism. A lawyer by training, Levinson experienced a profound personal transformation, becoming a baal teshuvah and joining the Amshinov chassidus.
In a statement released by Army Radio, the station expressed its sorrow: “Galei Tzahal mourns the passing of Oded (Dedi) Levinson, who for many years hosted the station’s economic program and served as a news and current affairs broadcaster.”
During the 1990s, Levinson also held the role of Public Complaints Commissioner and headed the station’s economics desk. He was deeply involved in the station and served for years as chairman of the journalists’ union at Galei Tzahal. Known for his willingness to help others, Levinson’s voice became one of the most recognizable on the station, and he played a pivotal role in shaping its content and character.
Col. Tal Lev-Ram, current commander of Galei Tzahal, shared the following tribute:“Even as he battled illness over the past year, Dedi remained in close contact with the station. He offered advice and took a keen interest in everything happening here, driven by a deep sense of connection and belonging. Though his voice fell silent this morning, his legacy, spirit, and immense contributions to Galei Tzahal over the years will remain with us always. Galei Tzahal was his home.”
The levayah was held at the Shamgar Funeral Home and proceeded to Har Hazeisim for kevurah.
Yehi zichro baruch.

{Matzav.com}