Burggraf, Sally, 89 of Dix Hills, formerly of Syosset, N.Y. on November 12, 2018. Predeceased by her first husband George S. Altman and her son George C. Altman. Sally is sorely missed by her loving husband Bob Burggraf, her devoted daughter Peggy Mahon (Dennis) and her fond stepsons Andy Burggraf (Lisa) and Greg Burggraf (Kate). Also her well loved grandchildren Sara Burggraf, Luke Burggraf, Emily Mahon, and Ellaina Burggraf. Sally was a Certified Social Worker, serving for over 20 years at the Melillo Mental Health Center as a psychotherapist. Sally was especially fond of working with teenagers to help them find their way. While a widow Sally was a co-founding member of St. Monica's, a support group for recently widowed persons. She also helped the members of Momma's House, a residence for young women who had newborn babies and toddlers. After marring Bob, they helped found Cana II, a group of couples who had entered a second marriage, beginning a new blended family. Reposing at the Beney Funeral Home, 79 Berry Hill Rd., Syosset, N.Y. Visiting Tuesday, November 13, 2018 , 7-9 pm and Wednesday, November 14, 2018 from 2-4 & 7-9 pm. Funeral Mass 9:45 am Thursday, November 15, 2018 at St. Edward Confessor RC Church, 205 Jackson Ave., Syosset. Interment to follow at Long Island National Cemetery, Pinelawn, N.Y. In lieu of flowers a donation to Momma's House, 1857 Wantagh Ave., Wantagh, N.Y. 11793 (516) 781-8637, mommashouse.org would be appreciated.
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