Jianzhong Jiao
Born July 11th, 1955, in Beijing, China, Jianzhong Jiao was a loving and supportive father and recent grandfather.
He passed suddenly and unexpectedly on January 6th, 2026.
His loss is felt by many who knew and loved him.
His son, Alex, is using this page to provide information about planned events to memorialize and celebrate Jian’s life.
If you would like to reach the family directly, you may email us at JJiao.estate@gmail.com
A Memorial and a Celebration
We are planning to hold two events to honor and remember the life of Jianzhong Jiao. Both events are scheduled on April 5th, 2026, with the Memorial starting at 11AM and the Celebration starting at 3PM. Both are open to all who knew Jian, but if you’d be willing to RSVP as a courtesy to us, it will help with ensuring we have enough seating and space for all attendees. Event details are below.
A Request from the Family
If you have any photos you can bring to the events, the family would appreciate you sharing these. If you bring a photo, writing your name and any context you’d be willing to provide would be appreciated. You can also mail us photos at:
Alex Jiao
P.O. Box 17578
Seattle, WA 98127We also would appreciate the opportunity to continue learning about how Jianzhong impacted his friends and colleagues. If you’re willing to share a story about Jianzhong or how he impacted your life, please send us a letter above or bring a card to the service.
Finally, Jian made clear his desire to have his ashes spread in the Pacific. Instead of any permanent interment, he had mentioned he would prefer a tribute bench in his honor. We have planned for a tribute bench in him in Golden Gate Park, and if you’d like to contribute to his bench, there is a button at the bottom of the page.
Event Details
Memorial Service
April 5th, 2026
11:00 AM
Shakespeare Garden, Golden Gate Park
335 Martin Luther King Jr Dr, San Francisco, CA 94118
The Memorial Service will be an opportunity to reflect on the life of Jianzhong Jiao, held outdoors in Golden Gate Park.
Paid parking is available at the Music Concourse Garage
(Music Concourse Dr, San Francisco, CA 94118).
Celebration of Life
April 5th, 2026
3:00 PM
The Academy SF
2166 Market St, San Francisco, CA 94114
Jianzhong lived a meaningful, fulfilling life, and would have wanted his loved ones to celebrate his life in his honor. A little after the service, we will be hosting a celebration for Jianzhong at the Academy SF, located in the Castro. There will be drinks and snacks provided, and an opportunity to share cherished memories with each other.
Tribute Bench
In lieu of any permanent interment, Jianzhong opted to have his ashes scattered in the Pacific. As his physical form will continue his travels around his world, his family would like to dedicate a bench to him as a standing, physical representation of a wonderful person who enjoyed walks outside in San Francisco.
We have reserved a park bench in Golden Gate Park, with the exact location to be shared once the tribute program is restarted and the tribute finalized.
No contributions are expected or required, as we will ensure this tribute will be funded regardless. However, for those who wish and are able to offer a small token in Jianzhong’s memory, you may follow the link below to make a donation towards this bench.