Sisskind Funeral Service

Jane Elkin, 96, died Wednesday afternoon at Menorah Park. Jane was a life resident of Syracuse. Jane was devoted to three things: Her family, her faith, and her students. Jane spent her lifetime teaching in the Liverpool public schools, especially at Nate Perry Elementary School, touching some families across two generations. As Momma Bear and her Cubs she set a standard for what a classical classroom education can and should look like, which is emulated even today. That l...ove of learning and teaching was extended into the Jewish community as she took a leadership role in so many different organizations. She was an integral part of the small Jewish community in North Syracuse, helping to organize and lead their school. She was a counselor and advisor for Young Judea. She was committed to Temple Beth El, serving as a leader on their Board, and single handedly available to crochet any number of custom Yarmulkas for whatever Simcha was at hand. Jane was a passionate supporter of Hadassah, and made as many trips to Israel and her years allowed. She and her sister Libbie Eisen zl were devoted and dedicated members of the Syracuse Jewish Cemetery Association, lovingly respresenting the Workman’s Circle Cemetery for many years. And, then there was her family, the reason she lived as she did. Jane was devoted to her parents, Abe and Dora and forever bound to her sister Libbie. Her memory was like a steel trap when it came to who was related to whom and how; and her heart was extended to each as her own. She survived for many of these last years as that love was returned in kind by her devoted cousins Joe (Dale) Roth and their family, and Elaine (Dr. Lewis) Dubroff and their family, and from afar by her nephew Rabbi Robert (Debby) Eisen, her grand nephew Alex (Carly) Eisen and the most recent arrival, her great grand niece Reese Brie Eisen. Special thanks is extended to everyone at Menorah Park. Jane was the third generation of her family who was tended to by their caring hands. Contributions in her memory may be made to Hadassah, or Menorah Park. Graveside Funeral Services will be in Beth El Cemetery for the immediate family. www.sisskindfuneralservice.com

Sheila (Pearlman) Freedman, sister of Carol Chottiner, daughter of Rose and Simon Keller, passed away on October 14, 2020 at the age of seventy two. She graduated from Monticello High School and later attended Syracuse University for her bachelor’s. She received her Master’s Degree at New Paltz in special education as teacher of the visually handicapped. She worked at the Sullivan County BOCES as a teacher of the visually impaired. Sheila valued the close relationships she ...had with some of her SU classmates. Every year, they would have a reunion where they spent the weekend together. She liked going to Broadway plays and dancing. Best of all, she loved being with her grandchildren and participating in their activities. Sheila is survived by her two sons Scott Pearlman (Kathy Lyons), Jeremy Pearlman (Tara) and grandchildren Madeline, Gianna, Brayden and Nathan Pearlman. She is also survived by her sister Carol Chottiner. The gravesite service will take place on Friday, October 16, 2020 at 12:00 pm at the Landfield Avenue Synagogue Cemetary, Old Thompsonville Road in Monticello with Rabbi Ben Zion Chanowitz officiating. Tara and Jeremy welcome phone calls at their home (845) 796-8542. Carol Chottiner will take phone calls on Sunday October 18th, Noon-8 pm, and weather permitting, visitors to her home on Sunday 12 pm to 4 pm. See more

The service of Alex s Holstein

Alexander Holstein died peacefully at his home on Saturday, October 3, 2020 in his 96th year. A former industrialist in Syracuse, NY, Alex was at the forefront of the civic, cultural, educational, and religious affairs of Central New York, our state, and our nation. Alex was Vice President of Operations at SYROCO, a company founded by his grandfather in 1890. He graduated from the College of Engineering at Syracuse University and received his Masters degree from the SUNY Co...Continue reading

Frank A. Schulman, 92, died peacefully on October 1, at The Nottingham where he had been a resident for the past 3 years. Born in Philadelphia on August 11, 1928 to William and Sarah Bezrod Schulman, Frank had been a resident of Philadelphia for most of his life. During his professional career he was the general manager of The Alfred Angelo Bridal manufacturing company of Philadelphia. Frank loved being on, or near the water~ boating, fishing, and being the past Commodore ...of the Tom’s River Yacht Club. He was also a gifted artist who painted throughout his life. His family includes his daughter Andrea (Shelden) Sacks; grandchildren Samantha (Lukasz) Ziemianski, Rachel (fiance Cameron Adams) Sacks, and Dylan (fiancé Jessica Gaboriault) Sacks; and his great-granddaughter Emilia. Graveside services and burial are in Mount Sharon Cemetery in Springfield, PA www.sisskindfuneralservice.com

The service of Helen Jeanette Powell

Helen Jeanette (Schudt) Powell, 82, died Tuesday at Francis House, in Syracuse, after a valiant effort to survive cancer. Her brilliant spirit and positive outlook on life were true inspirations to anyone who knew her. Jeanette was born November 12, 1937, in Milwaukee, WI, to Harold and Julia Ebelt Schudt. She earned a B.A. from McGill University and M.A. from Canisuis College. She began a career of service in Erie County with a chaplaincy as a staff counselor at Buffalo C...hildren’s Hospital and then developed an adult daycare and ambulatory program at Brothers of Mercy, in Clarence, NY. This was followed by work at Monroe Community Hospital and Genesee County DDSO. She continued on in Dutchess County DDSO, as director for MR/DDSO. She ultimately earned the position of Executive Director of the Onondaga Pastoral Counseling Center in Syracuse, where she was also a devoted and proud member of Congregation Beth Sholom Chevra Shas. The congregation came to represent a steadfast and integral part of her family. Jeanette was passionately concerned about the current state of the world. Acting locally and thinking globally was reflected by her participation in groups like Women Transcending Boundaries and the local Rahma Clinic. Acts of service and civic participation (as safely able), or supporting those on the front lines of inclusive change, would be great honors to her memory. Jeanette was the proud mother of Leslie (David) Shaw, Fred, Katie and predeceased by Donna (Richard Heiser); grandmother of Alice, Emma, Mary, Francis, Fred (Brittany), Jeanette and Leanna, and delighted great-grandmother of Lucas, Everly, Inara, Enzo and Emilia. She is predeceased by her sister, Judith Theresa, and was the proud aunt of Julie and Richard Theresa; proud great-aunt of Daniel and Austin. The family is grateful for the tender and loving end-of-life care provided by Hospice CNY & FLX, the Zen Center of Syracuse and Francis House. Graveside services will be limited to the immediate family; however, everyone is welcome to virtually attend her service on a live stream beginning at 11:55AM on Friday, September 25 on the Sisskind Funeral Service Facebook page Contributions in her memory may be made to Congregation Beth Sholom Chevra Shas, Hospice CNY and FLX, Zen Center of Syracuse, the Rahma Climic, or Francis House. www.sisskindfuneralservice.com.

Lois Epstein, 79, died at Crouse hospital after a brief illness. Born on June 30, 1941 in Syracuse to Jacob and Shirley Epstein, she was a life resident of Syracuse. She was a graduate of Nottingham HS, and the University of Oklahoma. Lois was an accomplished artist, and had many exhibits of art at the university 0f Oklahoma arts center. She was a biochemist at Upstate Medical Center until retiring.... Her family includes her cousins Mike (Lois) Schaffer , and Irwin Davis. Private graveside services for the immediate family will be in Adath Yeshurun Cemetery beside her parents. www.sisskindfuneralservice.com

Service of Beverly Shapero

Barbara Goldsmith Grossman 09-18-2020 Barbara Goldsmith Grossman, loving wife, mother of two sons, four grandchildren and three great grandchildren passed away at age 94 on September 18, 2020. Barbara was born on January 30, 1926 in Syracuse New York to Frances and Joseph Goldsmith. She graduated from Nottingham High School in 1944 and Syracuse University in 1948 where she met her husband Daniel Grossman. Barbara was a beloved friend, wife and mother whose optimism and zest f...or living was admired by many. She was an active member of her community serving as president of the Council of Jewish Women and the Jewish Home (Menorah Park) Auxiliary, where she volunteered for over 40 years. Barbara was a member of Temple Society of Concord, the former Lafayette Country Club and the Cavalry club. She was predeceased by her husband Daniel Grossman, siblings Shirley Raymond, Miriam Lipstein and Charles Goldsmith and daughter-in-law Bonnie W. Grossman. She is survived by her sons Steven Grossman (Patricia Boyd), Gary Grossman (Bonnie D. Grossman); grandchildren Joshua Grossman (Gina Ruebensaal), Jeffrey Grossman (Melissa), Abby Grossman, and Jenna Grossman; great-grandchildren Aaron, Oliver and Blake; and nephews Gerald Raymond (Lori) and Richard Raymond (Iris). Services will be private. Contributions may be made to the Barbara and Daniel Grossman fund at Menorah Park, or your favorite charity. www.sisskindfuneralservice.com See more

Robert Hurwitz, 77, died on September 15 in E. Lansing, MI where he had lived since graduating from Michigan State University. He was a native of Syracuse, and a graduate of Nottingham High School. During his professional career he was a teaching assistant at Michigan State University on the E. Lansing Campus. He is survived by his sister Elaine Ehrlich of Boca Raton, FL , his nieces and a nphew Graveside funeral services in Adath Yeshurun Cemetery are for the immediate family. www.sisskindfuneralservice.com

Beverly Zeamon Shapero, 96, died Thursday at Crouse Hospital. Beverly was born on November 14, 1923 in Syracuse to Jack and Fannie Kamp Zeamon. She lived her entire life as a proud Syracusan. She was graduate of Nottingham HS, received a BS degree from Syracuse University a Masters degree in Business Administration from SU, and a partial masters in social work from SU as well.... She worked for Onondaga County Department of social services in the children’s division for over 55 years until retiring. Beverly was a former member of Lafayette Country Club where she was an avid golfer, and was proud to serve on the board of the Consortium for Children’s Advocacy. Beverly was a life member of Temple Adath Yeshurun, the sisterhood of the Temple, and Hadassah. She is survived by her cousins Gail Shulman, Valerie Post, Sherie Melman and Loren Ben. Graveside services for the immediate family will be in Adath Yeshurun Cemetery. www.sisskindfuneralservice.com The service will be live streamed beginning at 12:55PM on Monday, September 21 on the Sisskind Funeral Service Facebook page.

Phyllis Lavelanet Rohrlich, 91, passed away peacefully at Menorah Park after a slow decline due to a longstanding heart condition. The daughter of Philip (Pinney) and Freda Klein, Phyllis was born March 18, 1929 in W. Hartford, CT and grew there with other members of a large, close-knit family nearby. She attended Wheaton College (MA) and graduated from Syracuse University. She later earned an MSW from S.U. Phyllis was married young to Philip Ferro, M.D., then later marrie...d Raymond Lavelanet. After his death, she met Fritz Rohrlich, Ph.D., with whom she shared 25 years of marriage until his death in 2018. Their marriage was filled with international travel, classical music, art, loving family, and many friends. Phyllis is survived by her brother Michael Klein, her 4 children: David (Janie) Ferro, Beth (David) Ferro Mitchell, Daniel (Kathy) Ferro, and Alain (Kelly) Lavelanet; her step-children: Richard (Daniela) Lavelanet, Emily (Alan) Rohrlich Graham; her 6 grandchildren: Ben (Katy) Mitchell, Rebecca Mitchell, Tim and Megan Ferro, and Paige and Colby Lavelanet; and her beloved nieces: Johanna, Martha and Emily Klein and their mother Karen. She was predeceased by her step-son Paul (Susan; Noah and Jordan) Rohrlich. Phyllis practiced as a geriatric social worker for many years in the Boston area. After retiring, she moved back to Syracuse to be a full-time grandmother for her first 4 grandchildren. She also pursued her love of antiques, selling them in a group shop in Skaneateles. Phyllis was first and foremost a believer in the importance of family. Part of an extended family that considers itself a ‘tribe’, Phyllis was an extraordinarily loving mother and grandmother: proud of everyone’s accomplishments and fiercely defensive of anyone’s criticism. Her children and grandchildren fondly recall helping her to bake cookies. Phyllis was a wonderful cook and loved entertaining. A generous and loving person and an amazing conversationalist, Phyllis always remembered everyone’s family and interests. A memorial service will be held in the future, once the threat of COVID has receded. www.sisskindfuneralservice.com See more