Saratoga Springs, NY – Sally E. Cogan, age 94, passed away peacefully June 11, 2021 in the company of loving family at the Wesley Health Care Residence. Sally was born the second daughter of the late John and Grace Hamill on October 22, 1926 in Saratoga Springs, NY. She attended Saratoga Springs Schools and graduated from Saratoga Springs High School in 1944, where she not only exceeded in athletics, but learned to type 150 word per minute. The first of many careers soon followed. First working at Saratoga Industries (ESPY Manufacturing) for the war effort. She married the late James F. Cogan in 1946, beginning a second career as a homemaker and mother to six children. As her children grew and embarked on the journey to adulthood, Sally chose a professional career in 1971, and worked for many years at the State University Library at Albany, finally retiring in 1989. In retirement, she love bingo, bocce, playing cards, enjoying the company of many friends, and found time to share her cooking and especially baking repertoire which included chocolate oil cake, cream puffs and eclairs. Sally’s hobbies were cherished family, knitting afghans, flower gardening, and puzzles of any kind. Sally was predeceased by her husband James; parents, John and Grace Hamill; sister Ruth Mitchell; granddaughter Kelley; and great grandson Jacob. On June 15th, Sally was joined in eternal life by her younger brother, John C. Hamill (Marge). Sally is survived by her 6 children Cheryl Williams (Duffy) of Pueblo, CO., Robert Cogan (Sharon) and Daniel Cogan (Mary) both of Saratoga Springs, NY, Kathleen Keeney (Ron) of Ballston Lake, NY, Patricia Dingman of Fort Edward, NY, and Diana Gladding (Eric) of Polk City, FL. In addition to her 6 children, Sally is survived by 16 grandchildren, 44 great grandchildren; 12 great-great grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews. A private memorial service will be held at the William J. Burke & Sons/ Bussing & Cunniff Funeral Home, 628 N. Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY (518-584-5373). Sally will be interred in the family plot (Hamill) in N. Milton Cemetery.Online remembrances may be made at www.burkefuneralhome.com. https://www.lastingmemories.com/sally-e-cogan

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Published by The Saratogian from Jun. 25 to Jun. 27, 2021.

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Deb Castell

July 14, 2021

Bob and Dan, I have known the entire Cogan family for what seems like forever and my thoughts and prayers are with you and your families at the loss of your mother

Jim Lant / North Fort Myers, Fl.

July 7, 2021

To all of Mrs. Cohan´s children, family and friends I am sorry to hear about your moms passing. She sure raised a great family. I remember her as a sweetheart of a lady. I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers.

Ann Bird

July 5, 2021

To all the Cohan´s from all the Birds
May God hold you so close you can hear His heart beat.

Sharlene Morrell

June 29, 2021

I´ll remember Sally as a strong, spirited, caring woman. I often visualize Rose McDermott, Madeline Senecal, and Sally sitting outside their home in the terrace drinking coffee and and talking about everything and everybody. Always entertaining. Sally´s life was well lived and happy.

Kevin and Maureen McDonnell

June 28, 2021

Thoughts and prayers for a wonderful "West Side" family. Fond memories of childhood on Bensonhurst and Newton Aves. with the Cogan clan.

Kevin and Maureen
Indian Land, SC

Raymond Gladding Family

Sent Flowers

David Howard

June 27, 2021

To the Cogan Family Please accept my Sincere Condolences on the Passing of Mrs.Cogan.

Sandra Crooks

June 26, 2021

My deepest Sympathy to the Cohan family! Sally was a dear friend in our younger years and I so appreciated her friendship. We had some crazy and memorable times that will always be with me and leave me with a smile. Sandy Crooks

Mike Coppernoll

June 26, 2021

To the Cogan family, my thoughts and prayers are with you and for your Mom.

Karen Hummel

June 26, 2021

Mary & Dan.
Thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.

Tom Ruhle

June 26, 2021

Bob, Danny and family. I'm so sorry to hear about your mom's passing. She was a great lady and the last of the old neighborhood.

Denise Morehouse

June 25, 2021

I'm so sorry for the loss of Sally she will be missed
Denise Morehouse
And Judy Lanzone and
The Adinolfi Family from Beekman st.

Mark Griego

June 23, 2021

Love you grandma Cogan, say hello to Kelly for us. Your legacy lives on!!!

Mark and Danette Griego

Bob and Philomena Murphy

June 22, 2021

Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Cogan family. May God bless you all. Sincerely, MURPH and Phil. ❤

Paul L. Varley

June 22, 2021

Sorry for your loss, please accept my deepest sympathies

Diane & Bob Loviza

June 21, 2021

Dan, Mary & Family, we are so sorry to read about your Mom's passing. Please know that we are thinking of you all at this sad time. May a lifetime of memories give you strength and bring you smiles. Sending love.

JoAnn Hughes

June 21, 2021

Dan & Bob, So deeply sorry for the loss of your Mom. I didn't realize she was John's sister. Find comfort in memories .

June 21, 2021

To Sally's Family and Friends,
May your cherished memories give you peace and comfort during this difficult time.
Sincerely,
The Staff at Burke Funeral Home

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