Sally Boss, 84, of Hudson, Florida, was born in East Cleveland, Ohio to Stanley and Mary Webster. During WWII her father was commissioned in the U.S. Navy and was stationed in Washington, D.C. Returning to Ohio after the war, her father went back to practicing law. Sally graduated from Shaw High School in 1958. After graduation she went to college to become a schoolteacher like her mother. She graduated from Western Reserve (Case Western Reserve) on the 6^th of June 1962, the same day that her future husband graduated from the Naval Academy. After some time spent traveling in Europe, she got her first teaching job in the inner city of Cleveland. She taught kindergarten which she loved. Her classes consisted of 50 students in AM and PM groups, with no aide. She often recounted how she and the other kindergarten teacher along with their mothers took 200 students to the Cleveland Zoo.

Sally left Cleveland to move to Fairfax Virginia to teach along with a friend; she has always enjoyed the Washington area. After several years there, she followed a friend to Monterey California. It was while teaching there that she met Ron at an April Fools dance. After a quick courtship they got married on September 2, 1967, in her home church in Cleveland where her parents had been married on the day that Ron’s parents were married.

After Ron graduated from the Naval Postgraduate School in Monterey, the young couple moved to Toledo, Ohio. Sally continued to teach until they decided to adopt two boys, Kevin and David, followed by the birth of son James in 1971. In 1972 they completed the family with the adoption of their eldest son, Eric. Sally was a devoted stay at home mom until the kids were all in school. Once that happened, she returned to teaching as a substitute. She also spent time getting a master’s in education.

Sally was a team player in Ron’s Naval career, moving several times over the years. Everywhere she lived she stayed active in the local schools and politics. She served as the president of the local civic association in Arlington, Virginia. Because of her active role in the community, a former Kentucky senator who knew her well gave her an honorary commission as an Admiral in the Kentucky Navy (She may be the only one); due to this honor, she always outranked Ron.

With four active boys who all enjoyed Scouting, she would enjoy quiet weekends while Ron took the boys camping, hiking, and canoeing. It was always a short-lived break due to the mountain of laundry that resulted but despite the extra work, she was always very supportive of the boy’s efforts.

Sally’s other passion was traveling. She enjoyed going on trips in the US and abroad. She was especially pleased to be able to travel to Israel six times. On one occasion there she was baptized in the Jordan River. Through the years she was able to visit all 50 states; a visit always included an overnight stay, because it didn’t count otherwise.

Ron and Sally were always active in their local church. Sally often volunteered to teach children’s Sunday School. They both strived to become better in their walk with the Lord. Sally was a great encourager to younger women and would never fail to pray for others. She hosted Bible Studies at her home many times to help others grow in their faith as well. In Annapolis, Maryland she was active in praying for the local and state government officials. She coordinated a Bible reading marathon at the state capitol several times for the National Day of Prayer.

After 25 years in Annapolis, the longest time in any one house up till then, they decided to move to Florida in 2015 to escape the cold winters. They enjoyed living at the RV park at Word of Life in Hudson surrounded by fellow Christians and participating in Bible conferences and concerts. They participated in day trips to explore places like Weeki Wachee.

In 2023, Sally was diagnosed with chronic lymphocytic lymphoma after a trip to the hospital with shortness of breath. She responded well to the treatment but was frustrated by her energy level dropping as a result. In addition to her condition, Ron was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s Disease and required round-the-clock care. After a ten-month battle, Ron went home to be with their Lord and Savior. Sally missed him terribly and looked forward to being reunited.

Despite her health troubles, which included losing sight in her left eye, she continued to be a bright star to her friends and everyone she met. She didn’t get to the pool as often as she liked but kept up with her swim buddies. She also enjoyed Monday night dominoes for fellowship and fun. Reading was another passion, and she could often be found with the latest thriller or political commentary.

On New Year’s Day 2025 shortly after two o’clock in the afternoon she suffered a massive stroke and was rushed to the hospital. Less than twelve hours later the Lord took her home to be with her husband and many friends.

She leaves behind her brother Stephen (Eva) Webster and three of her boys, Eric, Kevin (Michelle), and James (Theresa). She also had five grandchildren and one great-grandchild that she adored.

There will be a memorial service at 11 am on February 8^th, 2025, at Blessed Hope Baptist Church 8806 Casper Avenue Hudson, Florida. She and Ron will be interred in the columbarium at Arlington National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers please consider a gift to one of her favorite charities: Answers in Genesis, Samaritan’s Purse or The Gideon’s International.