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Sally Julia Boslet, 75, Potsdam

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POTSDAM - Sally Julia Boslet, 75, a longtime resident of 657 South Canton Road, passed away on Thursday, October 29, 2026, at Canton-Potsdam Hospital with loved ones by her side.

Sally was born on August 9, 1951, in Potsdam, NY, the daughter of the late Morris C. and Dorothy E. (Stone) Vanderburg. She graduated from Potsdam High School in 1969 and continued her education at SUNY Morrisville. After college, Sally worked in various administrative roles with Pahler Meat Packing in Potsdam, NY, State Farm Insurance in Canton, NY, and ultimately finished her career at the Town of Potsdam from which she retired after many years of dedicated service to various town supervisors and departments. Sally was a devoted mother who enjoyed gardening, cooking, bowling, and attending her children’s sporting events. She had a passion for all animals (especially horses) and was a member of the Potsdam Elks Lodge.

Sally is survived by her daughter Susan (Jenna) Boslet, Waddington, NY; her son Steven (Wendy) Boslet, Baldwinsville, NY; her grandchildren Jackson Boslet, Campbell Boslet and Ariana Boslet; her sister Virginia DiForio of Nyack, NY; her niece Jennifer Aiello; her nephew Michael DiForio; and her spirited cat Peanut.

In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her longtime partner Paul C. Covey.

Memorial contributions may be made in her memory to the Potsdam Humane Society.

Arrangements are under the care and guidance of Donaldson-Seymour Funeral Home, Potsdam. There will be no calling hours and a private burial will be held at Bayside Cemetery.

Friends are encouraged to share memories online and offer condolences to her family online at www.donaldsonseymour.com.