Sally Ann Breslin

Sally Breslin Obituary

BRESLIN - Sally Ann , (Winthrop Hospital Nurse-Manager), Sally ended her tenacious fight against cancer on March 22, peacefully, at her Garden City home attended by her sister and brothers. In her 54 years of life Sally devoted herself to children - doting on her nieces and nephews and throughout her career in the Neo-Natal Intensive Care Unit at Winthrop University Hospital where she rose to the position of Nurse Manager. Sally touched many lives, nurturing, nursing, caring and sharing the struggles of parents of hundreds of "preemies" to whom she gave a new lease on life. It is her love for and devotion to others that will be long remembered. Sally is survived by her beloved parents, Robert and Elizabeth Breslin of Garden City, her devoted sister Mary Mathers (Allen) of Garden City and brothers Robert Jr. (Dana) of Wallingford, Pennsylvania, Edward (Kathleen) of Plandome and William Breslin (Elizabeth) of Garden City, nieces and nephews Christina Roberts (Jason); Matthew, Sarah and Amanda Mathers; Kathleen, Michael, Kate, Christopher, Maggie and Mary Kate Breslin and a grand niece, Ava Roberts. A Memorial Mass will be offered for the repose of her soul at St. Joseph's RC Church, Garden City, on Monday, March 26, 2007 at 11:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation in Sally's name to the Winthrop University Hospital, Mineola, New York, and specifying use in the Neo-Natal Intensive Care Unit where Sally lived her vocation.

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Published by Newsday on Mar. 25, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for Sally Breslin

11 Entries

Jean Rosenberg (Schilling)

March 23, 2008

I cannot believe it has been a year. I think about you all the time and miss you very much.

June 18, 2007

I think of you every day. I miss you and love you.

April 23, 2007

miss you

Alice and Bill Gille

April 9, 2007

Though I never had the privilege to work with Sally directly,we worked in the same department and I had been on some commitees with her. I always found her to be the utmost of a professional as well as a strong advocate for her nurses and the NICU. One never heard anything but praise from her staff about her and her involvement with the unit. She leaves behind a great legacy and a void that will be difficult to fill. Our thoughts and prayers are extended to her family and friends...

Jean Schilling

April 2, 2007

I worked with Sally for 14 years in the NICU. She was a wonderful person and an awesome boss. The door to her office was always open if you needed to talk.I will truly miss her as i know all her staff will.Rest In Peace Sally.

Joan Martin-Olsen

April 2, 2007

Sally was a tremendous influence in my nursing career. Working 10 years at Winthrop in NICU with her gave me opportunities to learn so much. I know her staff will miss her immensely. I am deeply saddened by her passing. My condolences go out to her family, friends and coworkers.

Robin Hills-fredericks

March 30, 2007

We met Sally on April 25th 2004 while our son was in the NICU at Winthrop. On one particularly difficult day as a new Mom trying to cope with a myriad of emotions, Sally stopped me in the hall held my hands and told me it was ok to cry, to breakdown, and feel whatever I needed to. She told me that no one could understand what I was experiencing unless they walked in the same shoes. I will never forget her gentle words, compassion, and warmth. A few days later she stopped me again, looked at me reassuringly and told me that my baby was going to be ok, she knew just what I needed to hear. I will forever be grateful to the staff at Winthrop and I will never forget Sally. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Denise (Bigilin)Magarelli

March 29, 2007

I worked with Sally for four years back in the late 1980's. I am filled with sadness after hearing of her passing. I offer my prayers and condolences to her family, friends and coworkers. I'm sure she will be sorely missed.

Diane and Bruce Conlin

March 27, 2007

We first met Sally at Winthrop (then Nassau) hospital in 1976. Our daughter, Michelle, was born July 3, 8 weeks prematurely. She struggled to survive for 72 days, and during her entire time with us she was cared for so lovingly by all the neo-natal personnel, but especially by Sally. Sally helped us through that very difficult time and became a dear friend. She then shared the joy of the birth of our daughter, Kristin, in 1977. ("Aunt" Sally even babysat for her when we went to Bermuda for our 10th anniversary in 1981.) She even took us to meet her parents with Kristin.
We hadn't seen Sally since Kristin's high school graduation, but kept in touch. We are so sorry that we hadn't spoke with her in the recent past. We had called and left messages and didn't get a call back - now we know why.
We are SO, SO sorry that she has passed, not only because we loved her, but also for all the preemies and parents who won't have the care, support and love we were fortunate to have received.
She will always be remembered by us as a very special person in our lives and in the lives of so many others. You should all be proud - we know you are.
Our sincerest condolences to all of you. God bless you.

Claudia Simpson

March 26, 2007

We were your next door neighbors on Foxhurst Lane in Manhasset from 1960-1972. I'll always remember what a comedienne Sally was, so joyful and happy. I have such fond memories of us being out on our bikes, playing in the street, just hanging out, being kids. Thanks for the memories. I live in Baltimore now with my 15 year old daughter, Christine lives in Wilmington, Vermont (2 grown kids), and Carol lives in Forest Hills Gardens with her husband Roger Yee. They have two grown kids. Mom Helen died in 1993, dad has re-married and lives in State college, PA...Love, peace to you all...

Michele Kutner

March 26, 2007

Dear Bob, Elizabeth & Family,

Bob I worked with you many years ago at Living Color ( Genovese Drug ) My heart goes out to you and your family in this very sad time. May your wonderful daughter rest in peace..

Love, Michele Kutner

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