Stanley B. Saikin

It is with profound sadness that we mourn the passing this morning, of cherished CAA Family Member, Stanley Saikin (z"l); beloved husband of Shirley Rae Saikin (a"h), and husband for 49 years of his cherished Mary Jane Saikin; treasured brother of cherished CAA family member Harriet Saikin, and Marilyn Stahl (a"h); adored father of CAA family members Suzanne and Stuart Newberg, and Shari and Craig Jankowsky; respected step-father of Bret and Karen Bridgewater, and Kamala Bridgewater (a"h); revered grandfather of Jared and Melissa, Adam, Jessica and Adam, Ben, Chase and Ginny, and Samantha; honored great-grandfather of Townes; esteemed uncle and great-uncle to many. Stanley (z"l) was born in Shreveport, Louisiana and attended high school in Artesia, New Mexico before making his way to Austin to attend the University of Texas where he studied business. He was an athlete throughout his childhood, particularly loving basketball and golf, and running in multiple marathons even as an adult. He started work in the family business of Hobbs Pipe and Supply before moving to Midland, Texas to open his own business with his brother-in-law. Eventually, the pull of family brought him and Mary Jane back to Austin, though he maintained relationships with customers throughout Texas long after he moved, living his values of helping people and cultivating friendships throughout his life. He was a passionate and devoted volunteer in many organizations. Judaism was always a core component of his home, and he loved combining his passions of Judaism and cooking. CAA was his spiritual home and a place of comfort and community. He treasured his family above all else. He will be deeply missed. He was 92. Funeral services will be on Monday, 11 August @ 9:30 am in the Sanctuary at Congregation Agudas Achim, immediately followed by burial services at Austin Memorial Park (2800 Hancock Drive). To stream the funeral at CAA, please use this link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85338814068?pwd=k4a4DTWukzJs8mlYQvouXqTZbVgOyV.1 On Monday, 11 August @ 7:00 pm, there will be a shiva minyan at the home of Suzanne and Stuart -- 7928 West Rim Drive. Tuesday through Thursday evening, the family will be attending evening minyan at CAA @ 6:00 pm. Your presence to strengthen our community and to give support to our mourners is always praiseworthy. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations may be made in Stanley's (z"l) loving memory to Congregation Agudas Achim, Assistance League or to a Jewish organization of your choice. T'hi Nishmato Tz'rurah Bitzror haHayim.

Stanley B. Saikin

September 24, 1932 - August 8, 2025