Linda T. Sanford

Published on April 14, 2025

Boonville - It is with deep sadness that the family of Linda Sanford announces her passing. Linda departed from this world with her loving family by her side on April 9, 2025, at the age of 78 leaving behind a legacy of warmth and kindness. Linda walked through life with a gentle strength, touching the lives of everyone she encountered with an unforgettable grace. Full of love, laughter, and resilience, she touched the lives of all who knew her. She truly made the world a brighter and better place. As a lover of gardening and bird-watching, Linda found beauty in life’s simple moments and encouraged us all to do the same. She was a wonderful mother, grandmother, and wife who was always there when we needed her the most, offering support, wisdom, and love in abundance cherishing every moment spent with her loved ones. A friend to many, she was a cherished member of the community of Boonville.

Linda was born on April 13, 1946 to Albert and Evelyn Talcott. Her younger life was spent in the Boonville area. She graduated in 1964 from Boonville Central School. For two years she worked at Griffiss Air Force Base before moving to Honolulu, Hawaii. In late 1969 she returned to Central New York where she worked as a secretary and receptionist until she retired.

Her lifelong passion for knitting started at age seven when she was first taught by her mother. Linda greatly enjoyed knitting sweaters, afghans, baby sweater sets and blankets, and other handwork including crocheting, cross stitch and needlepoint. She passed her love and appreciation of homemade items onto her daughters and granddaughters, who lovingly and affectionately called her "Mimi" and "Gra".

Linda was united in marriage to Richard Sanford on New Year's Eve 1992. In addition to her husband Richard, she is survived by two daughters, Burgundy (Anna) Vero and Kelly (Anna) Snyder, who will continue to honor their mother's legacy by living their lives to the fullest. Linda is also survived by son-in-law, Robert Vero, along with her beloved two granddaughters whom she cherished and adored. She also leaves behind her stepchildren, Garth (Kristen) Sanford and Erin Sanford; a wonderful grandson, along with two very special sisters-in-law, Sally Talcott and Charlene Montgomery. She was predeceased by her parents and two brothers, Wayne and Arthur Talcott.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Linda's memory to MVHS Rehabilitation and Nursing Center, 1650 Champlin Ave, Utica, New York 13502-4830 and Boonville Fire and Ambulance, P.O. Box 164, Boonville, New York 13309.

To commemorate Linda's incredible journey and the memories we cherish, a memorial service will be held in her honor at the Boonville Methodist Church in Boonville, New York on Saturday, April 19, 2025. Calling hours will be held from 10:00-11:00 am at the church with the memorial service to follow at 11:00 am. We invite all who knew her to join us for the service as we remember a truly remarkable woman and celebrate the life of a wonderful lady who was loved deeply and will be greatly missed. She was a beacon of unwavering light and has left an indelible mark on the hearts of all who were fortunate enough to know her.

Mills Funeral Home, Boonville is in charge of the arrangements. For an online message of sympathy please go to www.millsfuneralhomes.com.