Jeffrey

Boeklen

Jeffery Lee Boeklen, 69, of Sag Harbor, passed away on Sunday, May 17, 2026, at the Hamptons Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing.

With the bluest eyes in any room, Jeff was a beloved son, a loving and protective older brother, a devoted friend to many dogs, a standout on the basketball court, and a proud uncle.

He attended Pierson High School, where he served as co-captain of the boys basketball team. In 1975 he earned the title of All-Suffolk County and was recognized as Suffolk's leading scorer. A familiar and cherished member of the Sag Harbor community, Jeff will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

He is survived by his mother, Carole Mitchell; his brother, Gregory Boeklen; his sister, Michelle Mitchell of Sag Harbor; and his nieces and nephews, Justin, Jason, Danielle, Melissa, Chelsy, Sydney, Billy, and Danny.

He was predeceased by his brother, William Boeklen Jr. of Shelter Island.

The immediate family will be gathering for a private celebration of life.