Camilla C. Boost, Longtime Salem Volunteer and Avid Traveler, Dies Peacefully

Camilla C. Boost, Longtime Salem Volunteer and Avid Traveler, Dies Peacefully

Camilla C. Boost, a beloved longtime Salem resident known for her community service, lifelong learning, and love of travel, died peacefully surrounded by her children. She was born in Heidelberg, Germany, to Dr. Robert and Mathilda Stadler, graduated high school a year early, and went on to earn her degree from Heidelberg University.

In 1953, at a masquerade ball, Camilla met Fritz Boost. The couple married the following year after emigrating to the United States and making Salem their home. She worked at Moore Business Forms before devoting herself to family life and decades of volunteer service.

Camilla’s dedication to education was evident in her volunteer work at McKinley Elementary School, Auburn, and later Keizer Elementary libraries. Even in retirement, she spent Saturday mornings at the Salem Public Library and regularly assisted at election polling stations. She and her husband were familiar figures around Salem on their tandem bicycle and at local swimming spots.

An avid traveler, Camilla explored Europe extensively and took 29 cruises throughout the Caribbean and Pacific. Known for her voracious reading and knitting skills, she was rarely without a book or a cat on her lap.

She was a member of St. Joseph’s Catholic Church and later resided at a retirement home in Mt. Angel. Camilla is survived by her sons Mike and Ron (Stacy) and her grandchildren, Adam and Zeke.

A private interment will be held. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to Salem Friends of Felines or the Salem Public Library.