Obituary of Beverly Sell

Beverly Sell, age 94, of Millbrook, New York, passed away on April 19, 2024. She was born on April 30, 1929, in Syracuse, New York, as Beverly Ann Bogardus, the daughter of T. Elmer and Dorothy Fellows Bogardus. Beverly graduated from Central High School in Syracuse, New York, and Green Mountain College in Poultney, Vermont. She began her career at WHEN television station in Syracuse, when she met Robert John Sell. They were united in marriage on May 16, 1953, and made their home in Fayetteville and Syracuse before eventually settling in Cazenovia, New York, in 1966. Beverly dedicated several years of her life working at Clark Real Estate and Longley Jones Real Estate before retiring in 1994. Together with Bob, she enjoyed well-deserved travels until his passing in 1999. Known for her kindness, generosity, and compassion, Beverly was beloved by all who had the pleasure of knowing her. She cherished spending time with family gardening, playing cards, and visiting the family camp on White Lake, NY. Above all, Beverly treasured moments with her loved ones. She is survived by her daughters, Deborah Sell Thomas of Constableville, NY, and Wendy Sell of Poughkeepsie, NY. Funeral arrangements are being handled by the Doyle Funeral Home, with a future graveside service planned in Fayetteville for close family. Beverly’s daughters extend their heartfelt gratitude to her caregivers, Rosa, Nancy, Nomfundo, as well as Ann Marie, and Gina from Dutchess County Hospice. Donations in Beverly’s honor may be made to Dutchess County Hospice. Beverly’s memory will forever live on in the hearts of those who knew and loved her.