William Siskel

Age 87. Beloved husband of Judy Siskel for over 59 years, William (“Bill”) Siskel passed away peacefully on November 25, 2025, surrounded by his family after a life well lived. Adored father of Jon (Esther Barron) Siskel, Charlie (Martine Meyer) Siskel, and Ed (Alexa James) Siskel; cherished grandfather of Louise, Simon, Nathan, Jonah, Ethan, and Owen. Devoted brother of the late Arlene (the late Harry) Feiger, the late Eugene (Marlene Iglitzen) Siskel, Avrum (the late Joyce) Gray, the late Elaine (the late Herbert) Loseff, and the late Sheldon Gray. Brother-in-law of the late Jim Oppenheimer and the late Rich (Betty) Oppenheimer. Loved by many nieces, nephews, cousins, and lifelong friends who will miss him dearly. Devoted son of, and preceded in death by, the late Nathan and Ida (Kalis) Siskel and the late Joseph and Mae (Kalis) Gray. Graveside services and interment Wednesday, November 26th at 10:30 a.m. at Westlawn Cemetery, 7801 W. Montrose Ave., Norridge, IL 60706. In lieu of flowers, donations in Bill’s honor would be appreciated to the Jewish Federation of Chicago (www.juf.org), the Joseph and Mae Gray Cultural Center at North Suburban Synagogue Beth El (www.nssbethel.org), or the Greater Chicago Food Depository (www.chicagosfoodbank.org).

Arrangements by Weinstein & Piser Funeral Home, 847-256-5700