1965-2025
Howard L. Sisson, age 60, of Phoenix, Arizona, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, December 2, 2025, at Valley View Hospital as a result of a house fire. He was born on July 31, 1965, in Penn Yan, New York.
Howard was predeceased by his father, Howard Sisson, in 1995.
He is survived by his loving wife, Wendy (Kenyon) Sisson; his son, Richard Sisson of Chicago, Illinois; his daughters, Corena (Chris) Stockmaster of Rochester, New York, and Suzan Pero of Chicago, Illinois; his mother, Marilyn Dixon Parmelee of Penn Yan, New York; his brother, Jamie (Erika) Sisson of Penn Yan, New York; his grandchildren, Ethan Stockmaster and Patricia Stockmaster; along with several nieces and nephews.
Howard attended Penn Yan Academy and went on to serve his country for six years in the United States Army. He was employed by Watkins Glen International racetrack and was an active member of the Penn Yan Moose Lodge No. 2030.
Howard enjoyed stock car racing, was an avid Buffalo Bills fan, and cherished spending time with his family.
A Celebration of Life will be held at the Penn Yan Moose Lodge at a later date.
Funeral services are under the direction of Townsend-Wood & Zinger Funeral Home of Penn Yan. To leave a message of condolence for the family, please visit www.townsendwoodzinger.com.
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