NORMA JEAN ZISKIND: Beloved wife of the late Gerald N. Ziskind, Esq. for over 60 years and loving mother to Deborah Susan Ziskind and Tammy Valerie Ziskind, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, October 22, 2025. She was 87. Norma, who grew up in Canton, Ohio, was the sister of Melvin (Harriet) Morris of Cleveland, Ohio. She attended Ohio State University and then finished her senior year at University of Pittsburgh and received her degree in teaching. Norma's true passion was her volunteer work. She was President of the Pittsburgh chapter of Women's American ORT for many years. Norma and Gerald hosted many dinner parties for ORT and other Jewish causes. Norma was active in the Tree of Life congregation. She enjoyed playing the piano, traveling with her family, and a competitive game of scrabble. Norma and Gerald were often seen taking their daily walks at Pitt and the Squirrel Hill JCC. A private graveside service and interment was held at Homewood Cemetery, led by Rabbi Jeffrey Myers.
The family suggests that contributions be made to the rebuilding fund for The Tree of Life, Inc. c/o Chatham University, 107 Woodland Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15232, (https://www.thetreeoflife.org/donate). Arrangements entrusted to Ralph Schugar Chapel, Inc. www.schugar.com
