Sandra Zipperstein

Born in Cincinnati in 1931, Sandra Berman Zipperstein was the youngest child of Abe and Martha Berman. She was pre-deceased by her parents, brothers (Bertram and Lawrence), and husband (Irvin). After graduating from Walnut Hills High School, she enrolled at the University of Cincinnati. However, her time there was interrupted when she married Irv in 1950. Shortly thereafter, they moved to Dayton to start a family, where she raised three children (Debi, Jon, and Margie). Sandy was active in the Jewish community, holding numerous leadership roles, including president of the sisterhood at Beth Abraham Synagogue and president of the local Jewish day school. A lifelong member of Hadassah and passionate supporter of Israel, she visited the country many times over many decades to visit her daughter, grandchildren, and other extended family members. In her early 50s, Sandy returned to school, earning a Bachelor of Science in Education in 1984 and a Master of Science in Education in 1986, both from the University of Dayton. She then spent several decades working with the geriatric community, leading exercise programs and extracurricular activities for senior citizens at the Shiloh House in Dayton. Growing up, Sandy had a large extended family with many strong role models, but none influenced her more than her mother, an excellent cook who created a warm household that Sandy sought to emulate. Sandy is survived by her three children: Debi (Shmuel) Lahav, Jon (Ellen) Zipperstein, and Margie (Bob) Stayton, nine grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews. Sandy will be remembered for her vibrant personality, her gift for making every meal simultaneously delicious and meaningful, and her deep connection to music. Her sunny disposition was infectious from the time she was young until her last days. The best way to honor and remember Sandy is by singing along to one of her favorite tunes: "Hello, Dolly" from the musical "Hold Tight, Hold Tight" by The Andrew Sisters "Come Fly With Me" by Frank Sinatra "The Hut Sut Song" by Sammy Kaye "Go Down, Moses" by Nat King Cole Sandy loved her family and was deeply loved by them. She will be missed dearly. Graveside services will be held on Wednesday, September 10, 2025 at 11:00AM at Adath Israel Cemetery, 1661 Sunset Avenue Cincinnati, Ohio 45238. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to Hadassah would be greatly appreciated.