Syvia Eisenberg, 104, of Scranton, died Wednesday at home. She was the widow of Joseph Eisenberg, who died in 2002.
Born in Scranton, she was the daughter of the late Reuben and Rachel Gottesman Gildar.
She is survived by children, Dr. David Eisenberg (Laura) and Brauna Fortgang (Marvin); many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
She was also preceded in death by daughters, Syma Blum and Debby Eisenberg; son, Dr. Louis Eisenberg; and sister, Marion Steingart Birnbaum.
For full funeral service and shiva information, including times, please call the funeral home office after 9 a.m. Thursday (Oct. 6) or refer to the funeral home website.
Memorial contributions may be made to Beth Shalom Congregation or to Bais Yaakov, both c/o 1025 Vine St., Scranton, 18510.
To offer a condolence, visit www.ScrantonJewishFunerals.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
0 Entries
Be the first to post a memory or condolences.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read more
Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.
Read moreIf you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more