Sally June Campagnone passed away peacefully after a courageous fight with leukemia on July 1, 2020. Born 76 years ago on Oct. 20, 1943, at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Syracuse, Sally was a lifelong learner with a big heart. When she wasn’t making us laugh, engaging us with thoughtful stories, or sharing meaningful wisdom, Sally enjoyed trivia, crocheting, playing the piano and riding her bike. Among many personal passions, Sally loved collecting all things cow-related. But, mostly, she cherished spending time with her loved ones.
Those who knew Sally will miss her strength, guidance, and zest for life’s pleasures. Always genuine, Sally expected the best from people, and those who knew her rose to meet her expectations. Her heart was generous, and she committed herself to help everyone she knew. No matter how you knew her, Sally sought to uplift the people in her life. Whether she was giving you belly laughs or providing deep insight, when you spent time with Sally, you knew you were loved.
Although she was a proud native of Elbridge, she made time to travel the country and experience its grandeur. After retiring from US Airways, she split her time between New York and Florida. In Florida, she made meaningful new friendships with her neighbors, who recall Sally’s bright personality and honesty.
Faith was important to Sally. For over 50 years, Sally was a committed member of the Elbridge Community Church. She had also recently joined the First United Methodist Church in New Smyrna Beach, FL. Sally loved the hymns and getting lunch with her friends after Sunday services. Additionally, she served her local community by donating many of her crocheting projects to help those in need.
She was preceded in death by her parents Clarence and Rita Wall, her husband Anthony and partner Andrew Makal.
Sally is survived by her loving children Sandra (Stephen Fogus), Robert (Robin), David (Rose), and bonus children Carrie Chapman and James Makal — as well as her sisters Beverly VanBuren, Barbara Fowler, Diana Winarchik and Cynthia Wall. She loved every member of her extended family, including grandchildren, nieces, nephews and more.
Services in New York are private. A celebration of Sally’s life will take place at a later date in New Smyrna Beach, FL. Arrangements by the B.L. Bush & Sons Funeral Home, 10 Genesee St, Camillus.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Elbridge Community Church, 109 E. Main St, Elbridge, NY 13060, Jordan Volunteer Fire Company, 1 N. Hamilton St, Jordan, NY 13080, The New York Agricultural Land Trust, NYALT PO Box 216, Elbridge, NY 13060 or a charity of your choice in her memory.
Please sign her guestbook at blbush.com.
