MAYER STISKIN Obituary
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Gerrit Kroon
March 6, 2025
R.I.P.Mayer. We met in august 1977 at Camp Summit in Honesdale. I was a European Volunteer at the time. I have very good memories of this periode in my life...
Aneesha Parrone Claudia Spalding
January 24, 2025
Working at Summit Camp...I loved Shabbat. I love the creative acceptance. I loved being around creative, joy filled people~ Thank you ....
Raymond Freeman England
December 22, 2024
I was a councillor at summit camp 1975 and 1976 Mayer and his wife were exceptional couple and amazing things with the campers lovely people
Jody Abramowitz sister of Andrew
December 17, 2024
My brother Andrew was Bar Mitzvahed at the camp 50 years ago. What an amazing community of loving and caring and generous spirited folk. Rest in peace Mayer. You made a big difference.
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Gregory Vincent
November 30, 2024
I was a Camp Counsellor at Summit Camp, PA., back in1982. I met Mayer Stiskin while I was there. He was an affable fellow - and I would like to say: rest in peace, Mayer, and thank you for creating this amazing camp and for making possible one of the most memorable summers of my life.
Bruce H Markowitz
January 27, 2024
I worked for Mayer from 1973-77 at Summit camp and the new Summit school in Nyack NY that Mayer started. In the winter of 77 i could not afford to keep working at the school and Mayer okayed me for unemployment so I could search for a similar position working with kids with special needs in other parts of the country that were not as financially stressed as the north east. I used my skills I learned from the Summit program that helped me work with other kids. Thank you Mayer for helping me to become the person i am today.
gail lorber
August 6, 2023
i sorrow for ur loss i know mayer when i went to the camp in honesdale in 1976-1977 i am trying to get some address of some campers when i was there do u have any record of where were living in the usa
Diane Grosky
June 9, 2023
Mayer Stisken was a wonderful and loving person who made me feel like I could do anything that I put my mind into my deepest condolences to the family
David Ruderman
May 6, 2023
My sincere condolences to Ninette, Ron and family. Mayer was a kind, loving man who I was honored to know. Rest peacefully Mayer
Bruce h MARKOWITZ
March 30, 2023
A great loss Ninette, I am so sorry. Bruce
Jen Walters
March 3, 2023
Dear Nanette and family
I am deeply sadden on the passing of our former camp director Mayer from Summit Camp he was such a nice man and was always there for us young adults and Ca Campers 1986-90 I did indeed alert Donald Hackley the sad news . Now Mayer is reunited in heaven with TimKedge who we all miss a lot as well prayers to you and the family from Jen Walters (Summit Camp 1986-90) and her parents
Beverly and Irwin Peck
February 28, 2023
Condolences to the Stiskin Family on the loss of Mayer. Thank you from Jason Peck for the Camp Summit experience and from us, Beverly and Irwin Peck for the friendships Jason made and wonderful times he had at Summit Camp.
Aneesha Parrone
February 26, 2023
My deepest condolences for the loss of Mayer Stiskin. My experience as a teacher at the Camp was so powerfully positive that I converted to Judaism 40 years later. Thank you for the love and care you gave to all ~ His name is a Blessing, thousands of times over....
Ari Weinstein
February 8, 2023
Mayer will be remembered, and his ground-breaking work to elevate and educate people with special needs will continue thanks to what he built. Condolences and warm wishes to the entire Stiskin family and to everyone mourning Mayer´s passing.
Jeremy Briggs
February 7, 2023
My deepest sympathy and sincerest condolences to Ninette and all Mayer's family
I worked at Summit Camp four times between the mid 80's and early 90's. I have fond memories of Mayer, his energy , his love of life and his kindness and consideration. I am saddened to hear of his passing, he brought much joy to the world and his work with people with special and additional needs was ground breaking
JAMES BERMAN
February 4, 2023
The first summer I attended I learned how to swim and ride a bicycle. If not for the patience of Ben, the counselor in charge, this may not have been possible.
Eden Biskin
February 3, 2023
I attended Summit Camp for seven years growing up, and while I never personally got to know Mayer all that well, I have incredible respect for his legacy. Without his vision and compassion, thousands of young people-myself included-who think and learn differently than many of their peers would not have been afforded such safe spaces to be themselves, make meaningful connections, learn invaluable skills, and of course, have so much fun. Thank you, Mayer, for all of your kindness and warmth. You once told me a joke about us partnering up to create the law firm "Biskin & Stiskin" that, despite its cheesiness, still makes me smile today. Rest in peace, Mr. Stiskin. Sincerely, Mx. Biskin.
Gloria Infantolino
February 3, 2023
My sincere condolences to Ninette, Ron and family. Mayer was a kind, loving man who I was honored to know. Rest peacefully Mayer
Dan Mahoney
February 3, 2023
My condolences for your loss. You helped so many lives.
LAWRENCE SEILER
February 2, 2023
FROM LAWRENCE SEILER 1981-1988 SUMMIT CAMPER MAYER TAUGHT ME BEGINNING RADIO BROADCASTING ALONG WITH SCOTT PICARD WITH SUMMIT CAMPS WSUM RADIO STATION IT WAS BECAUSE OF MAYER I BECAME A BROADCASTER TO HELP PEOPLE WITH SPECIAL NEEDS THANKS MAYER FOR MENTORSHIP AND INSPIRATION....
SINCERELY LAWRENCE SEILER JOURNALIST AND EXECUTIVE PRODUCER
ABLED AND ON AIR
www.orcamedia.net MONTPELIER VERMONT
Lawrence Joseph Seiler
February 2, 2023
will miss him condolences from former SUMMIT CAMPERS MR AND MRS LAWRENCE SEILER ARLUNE AND LAWRENCE SEILER MONTPELIER VT.
Paul Hammond
February 1, 2023
I had the pleasure of meeting Mayer back in 1980 for a Summit Camp presentation at Summit School and I ended up going there for 4 summers til 1983. I also went to Summit School starting in 1981 and graduated in the class of 1987. Mayer Stiskin was a great person for special needs kids when there were only so many people that understood them.
Condolences to Ninette and his family and all the others he helped out through the years.
Thank you Mayer and rest in peace.
Meredith Cass-Antony
January 31, 2023
I remember seeing Mayer in the Summit Camp Introduction Cassette. Then I met him in person at the camp on occasion. He was honestly a gentleman and a wonderful man. He created 3 places where individuals like myself could fit in, feel at home and slowly integrate us into society. Mayer, your legacy will live on. We shall all Reach for the Stars!
Jonathan Kratchman
January 31, 2023
I am beyond saddened to hear about the passing of Mayer. I would not be where I am today without having a camp I could go to and be accepted for who I am. I have many cherished memories of Summit. None of that would've been possible without Mayer. May his work inspire new generations to be inclusive and welcoming to those with differences and may his memory be a blessing.
Frank J Bresnick
January 31, 2023
Mayer so positively affected thousands of people with special needs and their families. What more can any of us hope to do in life? He was a mentor to me and I certainly would not have the career I've had if not for him. Betsy and my (that sounds awkward!) condolences to Ninette, Ron and Lisa and your entire family.
Sara Losch
January 31, 2023
Mayer was a man for whom any past tense seems wrong. He was a quiet (sometimes) force, whose dream and hard work changed thousands of lives, my own included. May his memory be for a blessing.
Diana Mairose
January 30, 2023
Mayer Stiskin legacy was helping people with disabilities overcome loneliness diversity while learning independence and having fun. Thank you for keeping the Camp Spirit alive. My thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends who share our love to such an incredible inspirational friend and mentor.
Summit Camp
January 30, 2023
I am at a loss of words! He was amazing at what he did with summit and for the campers and staff! I hope he is up there with TIM and talking about all that has been going on. The services he held at summit were amazing and truth be told, they were the first jewish service that i have ever attended consistantly. May he rest in peace and look down on all of the lives he made an impact on.
James Berman
January 30, 2023
I was at Summit between 1969-1972.
Mayer´s grandchildren. Ian, Rose, Neil, Tifarah and Yisraela (Jenna)
January 30, 2023
Mayer´s grandchildren. Ian, Rose, Neil, Tifarah and Yisraela (Jenna)
January 30, 2023
Mayer´s grandchildren. Ian, Rose, Neil, Tifarah and Yisraela (Jenna)
January 30, 2023
Mayer´s grandchildren. Ian, Rose, Neil, Tifarah and Yisraela (Jenna)
January 30, 2023
We love him endlessly. The essence of our Zayde lives on in each of us.
Adam Pilzer
January 30, 2023
Thanking you Mayer for making my summers at Summit Camp from 2007 to 2014 memorable and for always being there for us campers and leading Saturday morning services which gives us clean up time off.
ERIC C. WAXMAN
January 30, 2023
I will miss Mayer a lot. It was Summit camp I made friends I still have, and thru this circle of Summit friends, it would indirectly help me to meet my wife Melissa in 2000. As a result too of Mayer - I met perope from so many countries, mainly the UK, and got me really hooked on wanting British friends for so long. Mayer's Summit Camp programme touched so many lives over many decades. I still have fond recollections of Summit Camp and the people I got to know thru this experience! Bless Mayer in heaven.
Yaara Kedem
January 30, 2023
With multiple generations of our family working at Summit Camp, Mayer has been such a huge part of how we all continued to conduct our lives following our experiences at Summit. Thank you for sharing this gift with us.
Hannah Peskin
January 30, 2023
I was a camper at Summit from 2003-07. I will never forget Mayer for his kind personality and the way he lead Shabbat services every week.
David Tannenbaum
January 30, 2023
I worked at Summit Camp in 1970 and then at the summit school .
Mayer was a truly great man !
He was especially kind to me when I was going through a rough time. I´ve been a psychotherapist for 4O years and thank Mayer for my start
Warmly
David Tannenbaum
Special condolences to Ninette who I remember so fondly.
Copeland
January 30, 2023
As a camper during in the 90´s-2002 I want to thank Ninette and her family. Mayer was a sweet man I enjoyed our sabbath ceremonies and everything Summit had to offer. So many great memories and I´m still friendly with several campers. Thank you, thank you, thank you! Many condolences to your family and may he rest in peace knowing he helped so many and created such joy and memories
Daniel Regan
January 30, 2023
I was lucky enough to attend Summit Camp second session summer 2005. Mayer, Ninette, Regina, Gene, and Tim, were all still at summit camp. I´m glad that I got to attend Summit Camp before Mayer, Ninette, Regina, Gene, and Tim, all left summit camp. I´m glad that I got to attend Summit Camp before both Tim and Mayer passed away. I was shocked to hear about Tim and Mayer both passing away.
Daniel Regan
January 30, 2023
I was very saddened and shocked to hear this news. The last time that I spoke to and saw Mayer he looked fine to me. He showed no signs of illness at all whatsoever. I was shocked to hear this news.
Daniel Regan
January 30, 2023
This is very sad and shocking news indeed.
Daniel Regan
January 30, 2023
This is very sad news indeed
Daniel Regan
January 30, 2023
I was shocked to hear about both Mayer and Tim passing away
Andrea lurch
January 30, 2023
Summit camp wouldn´t of been the sane without you. Camper 1989 to 1996
Daniel Regan
January 30, 2023
I was lucky enough to attend Summit Camp second session summer 2005. Mayer, Ninette, Regina, Gene, and Tim, were all still there. I´m glad that I got to attend Summit Camp before Mayer and Tim passed away. I´m glad that I got to attend Summit Camp before Mayer, Ninette, Regina, Gene, and Tim all left summit camp.
Daniel Regan
January 30, 2023
I was very saddened and shocked to hear about this news. The last time that I spoke to and saw Mayer he looked fine to me. He showed no signs of illness at all whatsoever. I was shocked to hear this news.
geri gottlieb
January 30, 2023
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Michael Pert
January 30, 2023
He was a nice man and will be dearly missed.
Alan Cohen
January 30, 2023
Dear Ninette and Family,
I am so saddened by the passing of Mayer. I was at Summit Camp as a camper in 1969 when it opened and continued to go there for a few years. He was so nice to me and my late parents. He helped so many people and had a heart of gold. My heart is broken at this news.I am so sorry to hear this. This is a tremendous loss to thousands of people who Mayer helped shaped their lives. May his memory be a blessing.
Seth Stern
January 30, 2023
I've know Mayer for over 40 years from the camp he owned in honesdale pa and he did lots of wonderful things for the special needs. He was a great man!
Seth Stern
January 30, 2023
I knew Mayer from summit campvthat he owned and he was a gety good man and helped me become the man I am today
Sally & Eugene Bell
January 30, 2023
A wonderful human - husband, father, grandfather,mensch. May all those he touched share his spirit and remember his joy.
James Berman
January 30, 2023
I´d like to send my condolences. I´m happy to have known Mayer all these years. Rest In Peace.
Sherri Bordoff
January 30, 2023
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Lauren Stern Kedem
January 30, 2023
Dear Ninette, , Lisa, Ron and family, Just heard the sad news from Bev. I send my sincere condolences and also deep appreciation for Mayer and you and the very important part of my life that you have been. Where I am and what I do has been shaped by you, experiences we have shared and our shared love for places and people in our lives. Mayer's life and work and his good nature have
touched the lives of thousands of people. We are very fortunate to have know one another. Hope you are well and comforted by the countless family and friends who love you.
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