Cevat Özkaya, founder of Pınar Yayınları and author, passes away
Cevat Özkaya, a prominent figure in the publishing world, passed away at the age of 72 due to colon cancer, against which he had been battling for a long time.
Cevat Özkaya, the founder and editor-in-chief of Pınar Yayınları, passed away on October 16, 2026, at the age of 72. Özkaya, who had been receiving treatment for colon cancer for a long time, was known for his work in publishing and civil society.
45 Years of Effort in Publishing
Born in Samsun in 1954, Cevat Özkaya entered the publishing sector in 1976. Playing an active role in the establishment of Pınar Yayınları, Özkaya successfully served as editor-in-chief for 45 years.
Civil Society and Cultural Works
In addition to publishing, Özkaya was active in civil society activities and was among the founders of the Research and Culture Foundation (Araştırma ve Kültür Vakfı). He also served as the editor-in-chief of Umran magazine and previously held the presidency of Mazlum-Der.
Farewell on His Final Journey
A funeral ceremony was held for Cevat Özkaya on October 17, 2026, at the Üsküdar Marmara University Faculty of Theology Mosque. Following the funeral prayer, Özkaya's remains were buried in the Kartal Soğanlık Cemetery.