Barbara Schiff Ziskind

1932 - 2025

Barbara Schiff Ziskind obituary, 1932-2025, Dallas, TX

Barbara Schiff Ziskind

1932 - 2025

BORN

1932

DIED

2025

Barbara Ziskind Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jan. 12, 2026.
Dallas - Barbara Schiff Ziskind, formerly of Wilbraham and Belmont, MA, died in Dallas, TX on December 5, 2025, age 93. Barbara was predeceased by her husband Alan. She is survived by her sons Andrew (Jayma Sanderson), Mark (Patti Brose) and Michael (Ingrid Lageman-Ziskind), 8 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren, and her "adopted" family, the Hakims. Instead of a funeral, the family will hold a private celebration of her life. In lieu of flowers, please consider a contribution to the Alan and Barbara Ziskind Scholarship to support medical students at Boston University interested in a career in pediatrics. Donations may be made to: Trustees of Boston University - Alan and Barbara Ziskind Scholarship at:

Boston University Development

Gift Processing

JPMorgan Chase & Co.

P.O. Box 22605

New York, NY 10087-2605

Contributions may also be made through the B.U. online giving form: https://www.bu.edu/alumni/giving/ways-to-give/fund/

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

All Texas Cremation - Dallas

17304 Preston Rd. 8th Floor, Dallas, TX 75252

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