Donn D. Sisson's Obituary
Donn D. Sisson, 61, of Clay, NY, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on June 17, 2023. He was born in Utica, NY, son of the late Keith Dale Sisson and Margy-Lou (Wegelin) Sisson. Donn worked at Lockheed Martin in Liverpool for 22 dedicated years. He had a witty sense of humor and loved to travel. Donn enjoyed spending time with his family and was always willing to help friends and family with home projects.
In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his brother, Kirk D. Sisson in 2009 and his fiancé's father, John "Jack" Lupino in 2021.
Donn is survived by his longtime companion and fiancé, Jacqueline “Jackie” Yeomans; his stepmother, Irene Sisson; two stepchildren, Cassandra (Aaron) Uysk and Justin Yeomans; five step grandchildren, Brady, Dakota, Jack, Adelae and Bennett; two sisters, Judi (Scott) Brockett and Gale Wilcox, along with many nieces, nephews and close friends and neighbors.
Special thanks to Upstate Cancer Center, especially Dr. Stephen Graziano, Ibrahim Thabet and Dr. Seung Hahn.
A celebration of life for close family and friends will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Upstate Cancer Center, 750 East Adams St., Syracuse, NY 13210.
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