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Sandra (Sandie) Lee Fleischman was born in Cincinnati and moved with her family to Canarsie, Brooklyn, as a child. They later relocated to Long Island, where she spent her youth, developed her passion for communication, and discovered her first love. Sandie married Jerome (Jerry) Ziegler in 1965. She was a dedicated wife, loving mother, aunt, sister, friend, coach, pack leader, den mother, salesperson, serial entrepreneur, and lifelong Mets fan. Known as the neighborhood mom, Sandie coordinated activities to keep her sons David, Daniel, Douglas, and their many friends engaged and learning. She was a Cub Scout den mother, teaching young boys the art of taffy pulling and making chocolate or pasta. Sandie thrived in retail, exploring adventures with her children such as picking 300 lbs of tomatoes or peaches for canning. Her entrepreneurial spirit was evident in the many businesses she built with passion and creativity. Her marriage to Jerry was cut short by his untimely passing at 44 years old. Sandie loved Jerry with all her heart. Losing her husband at 40 with three teenagers to raise was a devastating event that shaped the rest of her life. She endured the pain and survived for her boys. Years after Jerry’s passing, Sandie was blessed to find love again with Michael Strockbine, her life partner for the past 34 years. Michael was her faithful companion, entrepreneurial partner, Rummikub and gin rummy adversary, and fellow Mets fan. He was the most loyal, loving, and dedicated caretaker as Sandie suffered a stroke and battled medical challenges in recent years. Michael was her rock, and they were a perfect match. Sandie cherished her family, pets, the feeling of home, endless projects, baking and cooking, entertaining, and her amazing grandchildren: Sarah, Jeremy, Matilda, Max, Lucious, and Jamie. Sandie is survived by her three sons, David (Edye Leuin), Daniel (Fabienne), and Douglas (Abbai) Ziegler; her grandchildren; nieces; friends; and her life partner, Michael Strockbine. Shiva will be observed at the home of Dan and Fabienne Ziegler on Friday, June 7th immediately following the graveside services. Shiva on Saturday, June 8th from 12-4 pm at Ziegler residence. All are welcome. 107 Lake Shore Drive, Patchogue, NY 11772

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Sandra "Sandie" Lee Ziegler

February 10, 1945 - June 4, 2024