Sarah Owen Ford's memory board

Sally's entrepreneurial gifts expressed themselves early in life. At the age of 8 she raised chickens and sold eggs to her neighbors.

When Sally was 12 or 13, she spearheaded a local kid resistance to scary neighborhood bully Jimmy Pecan. Ambushes from unexpected places were her favorite tactic, using materials like water balloons or fruit off local trees. Matters escalated until peanut butter darts landed near Jimmy's feet and he finally backed off picking on neighborhood kids.

I was just in my jewelry box, picking one of many beautiful treasures I wear daily that I purchased while working for a few years (early 2000's) at Liberty Crafts, and started to think of Sally. She was such a wonderful person and I have so many fond memories of her. I learned SO much about jewelry and stones listening to her talk about the many ...more

Always remember Sally’s kindness when we first moved to AA and her teaching us great board games. She usually won !

I am the brother of Alistair, son-in-law to Sosie's daughter Kathy. I will always remember Sosie's capacity for celebration including a wild propensity for showering close friends and kin with presents around Christmas. My first Christmas with Sosie was unprecedented and culturally shocking or should i say stocking? Never has a Christmas stocking ...more

The 8+ years Sally and family spent in Mexico influenced her cooking; she could whip up a mean tostada or quesadilla, and she organized and cooked amazing family Sunday dinners that always included an extra guest or three.

Sally was an amazing person, mother, grandmother, mother in law and friend to all she knew and met. She helped so many people in her life and was the most selfless person I ever knew, Never thinking of her self. She made everyone's life a lot brighter and better and I will always miss her and think of her fondly for all she did for my life and my s...more

I’ll miss Sally dearly. My condolences to you all. I’ll alway be her “Tweet”

Wow, what a gal! We will always treasure the friendship we shared. Spending time with Sally in Sharps and Flats performances, creating together in art class, chance meetings in the hallway with her and Charlotte, lunch and dinner time at the table together talking about everything from raising chickens to discussing current events to bearing our ...more

Greetings Cathy, Thank you for letting be know of Souly's passing. The photographic history is a heart warming commemoration. Sally was a truly sweet human being, a force of nature with a magnanimous depth of character and personality of a lioness without being overbearing which is quite a feat. While I am saddened by her death, I feel a deep s...more

Sally was a talented writer who loved rhymes and spontaneously wrote funny poems and limericks for friends over the years. When her kids were young and got obsessed with flatulence jokes, her disapproval amused them and egged them on. She decided to try and diffuse their fascination by outdoing them and wrote a long, Dr. Seuss-like poem about vario...more

My thoughts and prayers and all My love are with you at this time ! You are such a big part of so many peoples hearts !! We love you !

What a beautiful photo tribute to a life well lived. Knowing Sally and her wonderful family has truly enriched my life in countless ways. I adored her for her compassion for others and her wicked sense of humor. Loma Hopkins and I will miss her so much!

This is a wonderful tribute to a fascinating woman I never had the honor to meet...except through the many people whose lives she has touched who will carry on her spirit!

What a beautiful and inspiring memorial. I witnessed Sally’s energy and spirit truly touch others.

Dearest Sally, Soulie, Sal you left a beautiful imprint on this earth and on my heart forever. My late childhood and early teens is filled with memories of you house - my 2nd home- where I was welcomed with love, not gushy just a kind of equanimous acceptance. Sally treated me as an equal, with a wry smile and a sideways wink, even when I was ten. ...more

Mrs. Sally was a very precious lady. I know she will be missed by all that had the pleasure of knowing her. Love and prayers to you all.♥️ Deb Dollar

I was thinking about Sally yesterday!!! I was in Nyack one day, and locked my keys in the car. I went into Liberty Crafts. Why I don't know (!) Sally drove me to my house to get my other keys. That stuck with me. I also remember eating delicious Mexican food at her apartment. Hugs to all of you - Kathy, Allistair, Pierre, Mikey, all LOVE YOU Ellie...more

Sally immediately made me feel a part of the Ford Family Clan via Jen, my sister. I will always think of, and be inspired by, her very generous and welcoming spirit. Thank you Sally!

What an extraordinary life Sally had! I am glad to have known her and her loving, caring family. Sending peace and strength. Sandra Thomas

We only met a few times, but what a wonderful, supportive, special soul - it's clear you touched so many during your life's journey here on earth! You have given us a wonderful family to carry on your legacy. Wishing everyone peace positivity and many more beautiful memories of Sally. Hugs and Love and blessing to you all, Kevin and Andrea Morrell

Growing up, coming to the Ford's Piermont home on Sunday nights, I remember Sally's wonderful dinners, particularly the salads. It felt like a second family for me when my first wasn't very nurturing. Years later, whenever I passed through Nyack, I'd stop by the store and chat. Sally was a very loving person.

Our deepest and sincerest sympathy to you and the family. We are so sorry we never got to meet this wonderful lady.

Soulie was a truly righteous human being and regardless of whether or not she was consciously aware, followed the Dharma because her nature was so evolved. I pray that all Soulie's kindnesses in this life be rewarded a thousand fold and may she pass through the Bardo, undistracted by the lesser light and attain Enlightenment as her soul is absorbed...more

To ours lovely Sally . We wish Lord have you in the really paradise. For your second Dominican Family, you are an Angel. Ours deep condolences, To Kathy, and all Ford Fsmily. From all of yours employees and Friends . From Cofresi Dominican Republic. Villa Carolisol. Rest in peace. Querida Sally.

What a great lady. So glad my brother Fred Miraglia was a part of the family. When I would come to NY from San Francisco CA I was always invited to Sunday dinners. The best. Prayers and thoughts to the family. Love Ginnie 🙏🙏

So sorry to hear this, I knocked on the downstairs door of the apt a couple of years ago I don't go to Nyack anymore, Jim

my heart is with you, with thanks for sharing the details and photos. you are treasured gems.

Angelo DiMeglio

Deep condolences to all Sosie's family. Sadly we never met but our few conversations were always full of life

Rest well, Sosie. You're in our hearts, always.

Carla Rose Ta

Brenda Snell

Sally was so special and so loved at Arbor Acres! She did as much for Arbor Acres as it did for her. So, on behalf of Arbor Acres please know we are thinking of you all. We will miss Sally, and I hope the family, who we have also come to love, will continue to visit Arbor Acres. You are always welcome here! Lynn Ross (the one from Nyack)

It's difficult to lose a friend but painful to lose a wonderful, special friend. To Kathy, Mike, Pierre, Sam, Alistair and Geege our hearts are filled with love, sadness and prayers for you. Sally touched the hearts and minds of everyone lucky enough to know her. Sally was talented, gifted and a loving, caring thoughtful person with an enormous he...more

Sorry to hear of Sally's passing . I had been thinking of her and sent an email on Monday Oct. 28th. I wrote to her that I think of her every day I walk by her building and how I miss our TV chats while sipping Tecate Beer Cheers my dear friend XOXO.

I loved Sol my whole life long. A wonderful rich, kind life she lived and modeled to me as a kid and as an adult. I dug out a journal I kept during a second visit to the DR in January of 1988! Here's an excerpt: Sally seems to become more transcendent every year. I want to be like her with a zillion things going on and the apparent calm of the ...more

Our kids spent weeks together and we all have memories of wonderful Sally. She is forever in our minds last three days with as well as the account of your last days with her, so beautifully written. Tears and smiles from all the Mardens.

Spent many a day in Liberty Crafts and always enjoyed Sally and her partner. The past dental Asst of Dr Darling in Tappan. During Sally’s last few years, I enjoyed her company many times at Johnny Cakes. She was a regular there with her friend, who had owned the Doll House Store a few doors down. These memories span forty or more years!🌸❤️🌸 Mart...more

What a lovely lady Sally was. My kids and I have the fondest memories of her always greeting us with that sweet smile in Liberty Crafts. She was an AMAZING cook. We combined families for a Thanksgiving celebration one year and it was one I will never forget. God Bless all of the family and friends. Fly on Sweet Angel Sally.. xx

We were neighbors in Cofresi and decided to leave about the same time. We visited Sally once at her home in the U. S. And write occasional emails. Exchanged Christmas greetings. We liked Sally a great deal. We will miss her.

Thank you so much for sharing these vignettes of Sosie’s life and the news of her death. What an amazing woman! I feel blessed that I was in her orbit and have been loved and nurtured by people she loved and nurtured. I hardly knew her but I know how much she will be missed. I love you all and am holding Kathy and Alistair and Sam and Geeg and Mike...more

Sally was like a second Mom to a lot of people. I will always cherish those Sunday dinners and holiday get-togethers. What memories for us as well as we had our honeymoon in the D.R. every time I pass by 13 Bdway. It brings back all those feelings. With love to the Ford family from ours. Marina & Christopher

We are Alistair Burke's mother and stepfather. Sally always made us feel so welcome. We do indeed remember the delicious Sunday night dinners. During a rainy visit to Nyack I had the opportunity to work in the "Alladin's Cave,"Liberty Crafts for a few days. This delightful emporium was a second home to many of the locals and I experienced first han...more

Dear Sally, I met you and your family in my early teens in Piermont. You left an amazing impression on me because of all the great things you have accomplished in your life. You raised a wonderful family and were an incredible business-woman. I will always miss you. Love to you and your family Kathy,Mike,Peter,Geege. Mik...more

When dark influences threatened my enthusiasm for life Sose always found an encouraging word. I can see her hand now, flicking in the air and batting away the people and situations that threatened to overwhelm me. She was a 2nd Mum who believed in me far more than I believed in myself. She was my advocate and defender to the last but a wonderful te...more

My big sister Sose was one-of-a-kind: faithful and just, bountiful, accepting, certainly ahead of her time, sharp-minded and salty, indomitable, down-home and a hard-core teaser. She would give people the shirt of her back. I am forever thankful for her devotion and tolerance. Love you - Geege

So sorry to find out about this. Sally was such a lovely and gracious lady. Love to all. Reed

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