Sherman G. Weinstein
WEINSTEIN: Sherman G. Weinstein, on Saturday, June 14, 2025. Beloved husband for 30 years of Gloria Kaczynski Weinstein; loving father of Alan Weinstein, Heidi Marchese and Caryn Gale; step-father of Christine Rose Burton. Brother of Ralph, Brian and Spencer Weinstein. Proud grandfather of Leya, Mira, Daniel, Emma, Sophie, Julia, Rachel, Eli, Charina, Gloria, Daniel and Rachael. Also survived by 16 great-grandchildren. Sherman began his baking career at a young age. His love for creating delicious pastries, breads and cakes quickly blossomed into a lifelong vocation. He was the baker and proprietor of Weinstein’s Bakery in Stanton Heights and Morningside, Pastries Unlimited in North Hills, West View and Bloomfield, and Simple Treat Bakery on Murray Avenue in Squirrel Hill. Sherman dedicated his life to the art of baking, sharing his passion and talent with countless customers and friends throughout the years. His signature recipes, including his famous challah, cherry hamantaschen and decadent chocolate dream cookies. He brought joy to many celebrations. Beyond his baking prowess, Sherman was known for his generous spirit and kind heart. He often donated baked goods to local charities and schools, believing that food had the power to bring people together. His infectious laughter and warm smile made him a beloved figure in the community, where he was always ready to lend a helping hand or share a story. He always gave a chance to the underdog, changing the lives of all he helped for the better. He was an active member of Beth Hamedrash Hagadol-Beth Jacob Synagogue where he served as a past president and chairman of their cemetery. He was a former member of New Light Congregation and most recently was actively involved in the Shabbat minyan at Riverview Towers. Graveside services and interment will be held on Sunday, June 15, 2025 at 12:30 p.m. at Homewood Cemetery, Star of David Section. Everyone will meet inside the South Dallas entrance to the cemetery. Contributions in Sherman’s memory may be made to the Jewish National Fund Trees for Israel campaign (JNF.org), or to the Jewish Association on Aging, 200 JHF Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15217. Arrangements entrusted to Ralph Schugar Chapel, Inc., schugar.com PJC
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