Peggy Bertram
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Peggy Bertram, 70, passed away on June 1, 2026, after a courageous battle with a rare and aggressive meningioma brain tumor.
Born on February 18, 1956, to Joy and Mike Moss, Peggy spent most of her life in the Syracuse area, while also spending meaningful years in San Diego, where she met the love of her life, Harold. She and Harold raised their daughters, Rachel and Amy, in Fayetteville.
Peggy was a graduate of Nottingham High School and Ithaca College. She spent cherished summers at Camp Woodmere, where she formed lasting friendships and memories she treasured always. She spent nearly 40 years as a physical therapist, with most of her time at St. Joseph’s Hospital, where she blended her love of movement and science with her deep desire to help others. Outside of work, she enjoyed making memories with her family, exploring nature, cheering on her favorite sports teams, and volunteering at Helping Hounds Dog Rescue.
Her family includes her husband, Harold Bertram; daughters Rachel (Brandon) Wooten and Amy (Brittany Ellenberg) Bertram; grandchildren Ryder, Brinley, and Rowen Smith, and Mac, Stone, and Quinn Wooten; sister Jacqueline (Scott) Ayres; and nephews Richard (Mekea Larson) and Christopher Ayres. She also cherished a nearly 60-year friendship with her best friend, Anne Kemper. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her sister, Anita.
One of Peggy’s final acts of generosity was participating in Memorial Sloan Kettering’s Last Wish Program, through which she donated her organs and tissue to help advance cancer research after her passing. Her gift will help researchers better understand how cancers like hers grow and spread, with the hope of supporting the search for better treatments for families facing similar diagnoses.
In lieu of a formal memorial service, we invite those who knew and loved Peggy to share photos, memories, and stories. If you have a favorite memory, photo, story, or anything that captures who Peggy was, please email honoringpeggy@gmail.com. These memories will mean so much to our family and will help us hold on to all the ways she was loved.
We are also raising funds for a picnic table dedication in Peggy’s honor. Peggy was active, vibrant, caring, and had a zest for life. She loved swimming, biking, hiking, and being near lakes, waterfalls, and nature. The picnic table will be placed near a waterfront walking path, creating a peaceful place where our family can gather in the years ahead to remember her. If you would like to contribute, please email honoringpeggy@gmail.com for donation information. Any contribution, in any amount, is deeply appreciated www.sisskindfuneralservice.com
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Harold, Sorry for your loss, you took such good care of her. She definitely fought hard. You're great neighbors! You'll be in our prayers
Written by Patricia and Joe Dalfo
2026-06-05 2:21:04 PM
Dear Jacqui, Harold and families - I was truly saddened to hear of Peggy's passing. The Moss family was a part of my growing up in Syracuse. Years of carpooling to school and life events shared have a deep place in my memories. My heartfelt condolences to all of you. Shelley Rosenbloom Seid
Written by Shelley Rosenbloom Seid
2026-06-05 5:14:30 PM
Dear Harold and families, so sorry for your loss. Harold, a special thanks to you and Peggy for the fun times we shared getting better acquainted, via our closeness with Anne. I will always cherish your and Peggy's warmth and kindness, which you so generously extended to me. Wishing you comfort at this difficult time and sending hugs. Joanne
Written by Joanne Hershenhorn
2026-06-05 6:02:58 PM
Dear Harold and the entire Moss/Bertram family: I am so deeply sorry for your loss and I am profoundly saddened to learn of Peggy’s passing. Peggy and I first met one summer in the Adirondacks - she at Woodmere and me at Idylwold. We spent many nights on the beach talking and watching the beautiful mountain skies. She was truly special and will be missed. My heart goes out to you all.
Written by Buz Aaron
2026-06-05 8:05:43 PM
My thoughts are with you and your family during this very sad time.
Written by Jeffrey Chin
2026-06-06 10:51:36 AM
My dearest friend Harold, my heart is with you! Peggy was a dear soul and good friend. Love from my family to yours! 💗🏐💗
Written by Amy Robinson
2026-06-06 12:57:27 AM
Dear Harold and Families, My family and I send our deepest sympathies and condolences for your loss. I remember Peggy from high school and also from Ithaca College. She was the kindest person ever. You will be in my and my family‘s thoughts and prayers. Sending love, Harry Skoler and Family
Written by Harry Skoler
2026-06-07 1:21:59 PM
I first had the pleasure of meeting Peggy several years ago when I started at St Joes Home Care as a Physical Therapist, She was my mentor, my go to for everything. She always there for me knowledgeable , willing to answer my questions with patience and kindness. When I heard that she wanted me to be her PT at home a few months ago I was worried I would not be enough for her as I knew what an amazing PT she was and hoped I would be all that she expected from me. Harold I feel so honored to have been able to work with both you and Peggy in your home for the past several months. She displayed such courage and determination, refusing to give up no matter how difficult things became for her. Thank you for letting me be part of her courageous battle. You and your daughters will continue to be in my thoughts and prayers Jo Marsala, PT
Written by Jo Marsala
2026-06-08 12:33:40 AM
To Harold and family. Peggy lived a full life and was a tower of strength and convictions. Strong character, values, sense of family and definitely a deep love for her husband, children, children's spouses and all the grandkids. Her long history of service to others as a physical therapist was truly admirable. Peggy was a beloved sister in law for over 40 years and we will miss her very much. Henry Bertram Beverly Butler La Mesa, CA
Written by Henry Bertram
2026-06-08 12:48:56 AM
Post a Message of Sympathy
Harold, Sorry for your loss, you took such good care of her. She definitely fought hard. You're great neighbors! You'll be in our prayers
Written by Patricia and Joe Dalfo
2026-06-05 2:21:04 PM
Dear Jacqui, Harold and families - I was truly saddened to hear of Peggy's passing. The Moss family was a part of my growing up in Syracuse. Years of carpooling to school and life events shared have a deep place in my memories. My heartfelt condolences to all of you. Shelley Rosenbloom Seid
Written by Shelley Rosenbloom Seid
2026-06-05 5:14:30 PM
Dear Harold and families, so sorry for your loss. Harold, a special thanks to you and Peggy for the fun times we shared getting better acquainted, via our closeness with Anne. I will always cherish your and Peggy's warmth and kindness, which you so generously extended to me. Wishing you comfort at this difficult time and sending hugs. Joanne
Written by Joanne Hershenhorn
2026-06-05 6:02:58 PM
Dear Harold and the entire Moss/Bertram family: I am so deeply sorry for your loss and I am profoundly saddened to learn of Peggy’s passing. Peggy and I first met one summer in the Adirondacks - she at Woodmere and me at Idylwold. We spent many nights on the beach talking and watching the beautiful mountain skies. She was truly special and will be missed. My heart goes out to you all.
Written by Buz Aaron
2026-06-05 8:05:43 PM
My thoughts are with you and your family during this very sad time.
Written by Jeffrey Chin
2026-06-06 10:51:36 AM
My dearest friend Harold, my heart is with you! Peggy was a dear soul and good friend. Love from my family to yours! 💗🏐💗
Written by Amy Robinson
2026-06-06 12:57:27 AM
Dear Harold and Families, My family and I send our deepest sympathies and condolences for your loss. I remember Peggy from high school and also from Ithaca College. She was the kindest person ever. You will be in my and my family‘s thoughts and prayers. Sending love, Harry Skoler and Family
Written by Harry Skoler
2026-06-07 1:21:59 PM
I first had the pleasure of meeting Peggy several years ago when I started at St Joes Home Care as a Physical Therapist, She was my mentor, my go to for everything. She always there for me knowledgeable , willing to answer my questions with patience and kindness. When I heard that she wanted me to be her PT at home a few months ago I was worried I would not be enough for her as I knew what an amazing PT she was and hoped I would be all that she expected from me. Harold I feel so honored to have been able to work with both you and Peggy in your home for the past several months. She displayed such courage and determination, refusing to give up no matter how difficult things became for her. Thank you for letting me be part of her courageous battle. You and your daughters will continue to be in my thoughts and prayers Jo Marsala, PT
Written by Jo Marsala
2026-06-08 12:33:40 AM
To Harold and family. Peggy lived a full life and was a tower of strength and convictions. Strong character, values, sense of family and definitely a deep love for her husband, children, children's spouses and all the grandkids. Her long history of service to others as a physical therapist was truly admirable. Peggy was a beloved sister in law for over 40 years and we will miss her very much. Henry Bertram Beverly Butler La Mesa, CA
Written by Henry Bertram
2026-06-08 12:48:56 AM