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BURKE, Sally Valley 79, of Springfield, died at 4:15 a.m. Thursday, September 27, 2007 in Dayspring Care Center. She was born September 2, 1928 in Springfield, OH to James and Mary Louise (Holloway) Heflin. Early in Sally's career she worked as the retail manager for Brown Drug and later received her real estate license and worked for various real estate companies in the Springfield area and most recently for Coldwell Bankers. She was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church, Enon Garden Club and the C.L. of C. #207. Sally is survived by her husband, William Burke; 7 children, Lori and Steven Miller, Huber Heights, OH, Vicki L. Valley, Springfield, Eddi and Nicki Valley, Enon, OH, Macrina Valley, South Daytona, FL, Stacia Valley, Seattle, WA, Frank T. Valley; Stephen C. and Christie Valley, Springfield; 10 grandchildren; 1 great grandchild; stepchildren, Barbara Gordin, Michael Burke, Gloria Bailey, Shelia Burke and Colleen Roberts; a sister, Mary Ann Weeks, Springfield; a brother, T.J. (Kathy) Heflin, Lake Louisa, FL; and numerous nieces and nephews. Her first husband, Frank Valley in 2000, preceded her in death. Friends may call in the Conroy Funeral Home from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday with C. L. of C. services at 2:00 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m. Monday in St. Joseph Church. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the American Diabetes Association.

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Published by Springfield News-Sun on Sep. 29, 2007.

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Kathi (Mulligan) Malina

October 5, 2007

Dear Valley Kids - I am so sorry to hear that your Mom died. I always enjoyed being around her and hearing her laugh! I hope you are all content with the fact that at least she is at peace now. I know you will miss her deeply. Vickie, I called Conroy's and got your cell no. from Jack. I hope you don't mind. I have had several people ask me for your address as they would like to send you a card. I will be in touch. My deepest sympathy to all.

Julie Webb

October 2, 2007

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Debbie Patten

October 1, 2007

My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

Debbie Nuss

September 30, 2007

Vicki - I was so sorry to see that your mom passed away. When I would see her at the hospital, she would try to keep me up to date with what was going on in your life. I know that you will miss her. You will be in my prayers and thoughts.

Bob Logsdon

September 29, 2007

Vicki, My deepest sympathies to you and your family. No words can ease your loss but know you are in my prayers. Your loving friend, Bob

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