Sisskind Funeral Service

11/18/2025

11/16/2025

Wendy Davenport, 78, passed away Saturday night at Crouse Hospital with her family by her side. Born on Long Island on January 23, 1947 to the Honorable Paul and Vivian Lawrence she had been a resident of Syracuse for more than 50 years.

She was a graduate of SUNY Albany with a BA degree, and earned her masters degree from Syracuse University in English Literature.

Wendy was a teacher at Cicero-North Syracuse High School for 37 years until retiring.
She also taught at Columbia College at Hancock AFB. She was a long time member of Temple Concord, and active in the sisterhood of the Temple. Wendy was a volunteer and teacher at OASIS. She was especially proud to have been a founding member of CNY Reads; a member of NYSUT; and active member of the English Speaking Union which was affiliated with the Shakespeare competition for area high schools. She was a Wendy was a member of the Spirit of Syracuse Sweet Adelines. After her husband Robert passed in 2010 she continued his membership and active participation in the Oneida Lake Region of the Antique Automobile Club of America.

Wendy’s family includes her daughter Shana (Grant) Kohler; her son Robert F. “Bob” (Heather) Jr., and her granddaughter Nicole.

Funeral services will be at 11AM on Thursday the 20th at Temple Concord. Friends may visit with the family immediately prior to the funeral service at the Temple, 450 Kimber Road on Thursday from 10 to 11AM.
The service will be live streamed at https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82769469499 pwd=dos658pAwAZbqEsVAkf02ptaOobHra.1. Meeting ID: 827 6946 9499
Passcode: 987302

Entombment will be in the Temple Concord Mauseleum at Woodlawn Cemetery.
Contributions may be made to Temple Concord, or Oasis.

Shiva will be observed at Wendy’s home Thursday night 6-8, and Friday from 2-4 www.sisskindfuneralservice.com

11/16/2025

Pamela S.Poushter, 41, passed away Saturday at Crouse Hospital with her family by her side as a result of an asthma related cardiac event. Born on May 12, 1984 to Ron and Tracy Poushter she had been a life resident of Syracuse.
Pamela was a graduate of Jamesville-Dewitt High School, and then earned her bachelor’s degree in business administration from LeMoyne College. She was an avid skier and softball player. Pam was a loving daughter and sister who always had a smile on her face. She had a great sense of humor.
Pamela was pre-deceased by her grandparents Harry and Dottie Poushter, Robert Vogel, and Robert Anklin. She is survived by her parents Ron and Tracy Poushter; her brother Andrew “AJ”, her nephew Landon; her grandmother Carol Anklin; her aunts Sandra King, and Laura Vogel-Missale; her uncles Bruce (Ianne) Poushter, and Alan (Marsha) Poushter; many cousins; and a large and loving extended family.
Funeral services will be at 11AM on Tuesday the 18th at Sisskind Funeral Chapel. Friends may visit with the family immediately prior to the service on Tuesday from 10-11 at the funeral chapel, 3175 E. Genesee Street. Burial will be in Adath
Yeshurun Cemetery.
The service will be live streamed on the Sisskind Funeral Service FaceBook page beginning at 10:55AM on Tuesday. Shiva will be observed at Ron and Tracy’s home Tuesday 6-8 and Wednesday 6-8PM
Contributions to perpetuate Pamela’s memory may be made to the SPCA of CNY.

11/04/2025

Barbara Ann Black, 78, passed away in the comfort of her home early Tuesday morning with her family beside her. Born on April 14, 1947 she had been a life resident of Syracuse.
She was a graduate of The Craig State School of Nursing at SUNY Geneseo, then earned two Masters degrees in Consumer Affairs/Economics from Syracuse University, and a post Masters Advanced Certificate ANP in nursing from SUNY Health Science Center College of Nursing.
Her career began in general nursing as an ICU nurse. After continuing her education and earning two Masters degrees she established the Center for Continuing Nursing Education as the director of the program. In 2013 Barbara was appointed as an Assistant Dean of the College of Nursing at Upstate Medical Center.
Barbara was active in her community. She volunteered at the American Heart Association, The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, and The R**e Crisis Center. She was also a 27 year member of the Board of Education of the Fayetteville-Manlius School District, and on the board of trustees of Menorah Park.
For the last several years Barbara co-chaired the annual Menorah Park Golf Outing.
She also served on the Board of the Nursing Scholarship Endowment Fund. While on the FM School Board she spearheaded the Endowment Fund for the School System.
Barbara enjoyed playing golf, tennis, cooking, decorating, reading, dressing well, and of course partying. What she enjoyed most was spending time with her children and grandchildren.
She will forever be remembered as the force of nature that she was. Her presence filled a room. Her independent way of living her life drew people in seeking her advise and counsel. She was a valued and dear trusted friend to so many.
Her family includes her husband Gerald of 48 years, their children
Nicole (Scott Crook) Black, Leah (Jason Mayo) Black, Jonathan Black;
Grandchildren Sophia, Talia, Zane, Avi, Marley, Lily, and Dyllan.
Funeral services will be at 11AM on Friday the 7th. Friends may visit with the family immediately prior to the service on Friday from 10-11 at Sisskind Funeral Chapel,
3175 E. Genesee Street. The service will be live streamed on the Sisskind Funeral Service Facebook beginning at 10:55 on Friday the 7th.
Contributions to perpetuate her memory may be made to the Upstate Foundation for the Barbara Black Endowment Fund, 750 E. Adams Street Syracuse, NY 13210, or the Foundation of Menorah Park.
Shiva will be observed at Barbara and Gerry’s home from sundown Saturday to 9, Sunday from 11-2, and 4-7; Monday and Tuesday from 4-7.

10/21/2025

It is with great sadness and an abundance of unique memories that family and friends mourn the passing of Arlene Abend on October 17th, 2025. She was born in Brooklyn, NY on June 23rd, 1931. Always drawn to the ocean, she frequented Brighton Beach in her early years. A graduate of the Arts at Cooper Union, finishing her bachelor’s at Syracuse University, her artistic endeavors continued well into her early nineties. She was embedded into the creative culture of Syracuse and Upstate, NY for over six decades.
Beginning with pastel portraits, Arlene expanded her talents into the mediums of ceramics, bronze, resins, and steel, focusing the majority of her career on metal sculpture from whimsical figurines to her favorite commissions for towering creations.
A trailblazer and an avid feminist before it was fashionable, Arlene would never back down from misogyny. Her stories were infectious and her love for sunsets and fresh snow on the ground was immeasurable. “I’m explaining, not complaining,” was a favorite quote from her mom, notwithstanding another favorite adage, “When you make plans, God laughs.”
Arlene is survived by her adult children, Tema Abend and Les (Carol) Abend, and her grandchildren, Alyssa O’Neal-Abend and Shira O’Neal-Abend. A Celebration of Life will be held at Congregation Beth Shalom on the evening of February 25, 2026.
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10/21/2025

Kathy Anne Brodsky, 73, passed away peacefully with family by her side on Sunday evening after a long illness. She was born on December 19, 1951 in New York City to Joan & Howard Smith. She had been a resident of Syracuse for more than 50 years

Kathy was a graduate of Syracuse University with both Undergraduate and Master’s degrees in Social Work. During her professional career she was a social worker for the Onondaga County Department of Health’s Home Care Unit, SUNY Upstate Hospital, and with the Regional Oncology Center. She then joined the American Cancer Society as a Patient Services Provider, where she worked until her retirement.

Kathy was a former member of Temple Concord, volunteering in the gift shop for many years. She was an avid quilter and knitter, lovingly creating gifts for her family and friends in her free time. Kathy was an active member of the Dewittshire Community Club, organizing events and tending gardens in the neighborhood that she held so dear. Most importantly, Kathy was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, aunt, sister, niece, and friend.

Her family includes Howard, her husband of 52 years; their sons Benjamin (Tracy), Jacob (Erin), David, and Peter (Erika); their grandchildren Ashlin, Martin, Paul, Dara, Elena, Seth, Reuben, and Evelyn. Kathy was predeceased by her parents and her loving brother, Arthur Smith.

Services will be at 11 am on Sunday, October 26th, at Sisskind Funeral Chapel. Friends may visit with the family immediately prior to the service on Sunday from 10-11 at the funeral chapel, 3175 E. Genesee Street. Contributions in her memory may be made to the Food Bank of CNY, or Upstate Medical University.www.sisskindfuneralservice.com

10/15/2025

Bernie Bugin, 96, passed away on Tuesday evening at Menorah Park. He was born on October 23, 1928 In Buffalo, NY to Sam and Eva Bugin. Bernie served His country during the Korea War and was honorably discharged from the US Army in 1960.

He and Virginia Jacobs were married on February 14, 1953 and were married for 40 years until her passing on January 1, 1993. In October 1993, he met Linda Stone, who has been his companion for 32 years.

Bernie was always active. In 2001, he won a gold medal in the senior games in Syracuse, NY, for racket ball. He was the owner of his own business Associated Hearing Aid Corp. for 62 years, retiring officially at 92.

Bernie’s family includes his children, David Bugin, and Barbara Andrew. 6 Grandchildren, Jamie Crewell (Jay), Susanne Bauer (Jon), Jessica Butler (Chuck), Daniel Bugin, Nathan Bugin and Grace Bugin, 3 Great Grandchildren Brynn Crewell, Cooper Bauer, and Cora Bauer.

Funeral services will be at Temple Concord, 450 Kimber Road, Syracuse on Thursday, October 16 at 2PM. friends may visit with the family immediately prior to the service on Thursday from 1-2PM at the Temple. The service will be live streamed beginning at 1:55PM on Thursday at:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84006153294pwd=qPTxNYijxy8q3KUAfn9f6oyGOiDJjK.1
Meeting ID: 840 0615 3294 Passcode: 835930
Burial will be in the Temple Concord section 63 of Woodlawn Cemetery beside Virginia.
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10/10/2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Daniel M. Waterman, 22, of Liverpool, NY, who left this world far too soon following a tragic act of violence. Daniel passed away after courageously fighting for eight months from injuries sustained in a crash.
Daniel was an excited, soon-to-be father of a baby girl. He wanted nothing more than to come home to her and to the family who loved him so dearly.

A natural athlete, Daniel especially loved basketball and could often be found on the court, where his passion and determination shone through. His strength, determination, and infectious energy left a lasting impression on everyone who knew him.

Daniel’s family includes his loving mother, Heather Waterman, and father, Michael Ryan; his grandparents, Mimi Eichler Ryan, Jim Ryan, Michael Gilman and Crystal Waterman; great-grandmother Gretchen Stappenbeck; great-uncles Jay Stappenbeck, Edward Stappenbeck, Thomas Ryan; his aunts, Tiffany Waterman, Stacey Waterman, Michelle Jeski; cousins Alicia, Jessica, and Sarah Stappenbeck, Jett and Stevie Vinch; four half-siblings; and countless more family, friends and loved ones.

He was loved deeply by his family and countless friends, all of whom will forever remember his kind heart and bright spirit. Daniel’s life was taken from us far too soon due to a horrific attack, but his memory will live on in the hearts of all who knew him.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to https://gofund.me/fcaa976c

Funeral services will be at 7PM on Monday, October 13. Friends may visit with the family immediately prior to the service from 5PM to 7PM at Sisskind Funeral Chapel, 3175 E. Genesee Street. The service will be live streamed on the Sisskind Funeral Service FaceBook page beginning at 6:55PM on Monday October 13. www.sisskindfuneralservice.com

10/07/2025

The updated link to view the service for Carol Davis Hershman at 1:45PM on Wednesday October 8th is:

10/07/2025

Carol Davis Hershman, 87 passed away peacefully Monday morning at her home surrounded by her family. Born in Queens, New York on January 18,1938 to Rueben and Marion Epstein, she had been a resident of Syracuse for 43 years until moving permanently to Florida in 1999.

While attending Syracuse University she met and fell quickly and deeply in love with her future husband Louis Davis. They were married in 1957. Together they built a life and home in Syracuse where they would raise their three children. They enjoyed 33 years together until Louis' passing in December of 1990.

In 1999 Carol met Sheldon Hershman. They married and enjoyed 23 golden years together. Sheldon passed away in October of 2023.

Carol was a successful Real Estate agent for Kupperman and Wood Realty and several other Real Estate Agencies. Carol was an active member of Temple Beth El where she was known as the Candy Lady for her unmatched sales of passover candy. She was a seasoned golfer and proficient card player. Carol's favorite times and memories were with her children and grandchildren who were the loves and light of her life. In her later years she could be found most days enjoying golfing, playing Canasta, shopping and dining with her many lifelong friends.

Carol taught a master class in resilience, strength and the ability to move forward. She is a role model for a life well lived and her lessons will live on in so many for years to come.

Her family includes Isaac Stephen (Kathleen) Davis, Susan (Russell) Rothstein and Marion (Philip) Cantor; her six grandchildren Joshua Ian and Louis Davis, Louis and Richard Rothstein and Jacob and Ross Cantor. She was predeceased by her eldest grandson Joshua Ian Davis.

Funeral services and burial are in Florida. The service will be live streamed at https://www.hdezwebcast.com/show/carol-davis-hershman?pass=a532f93912463f2e2847fb0c2ae27d22
on Wednesday, October 8th at 1:45pm. Burial will follow in Eternal Life Memorial Garden in Boynton Beach, Florida.

Contributions may be made to the Joshua Ian Davis Memorial Fund c/o the Jewish Community Foundation of CNY, 5655 Thompson Road, Dewitt, New York 13214.

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