Sully leaves lasting paw print on community

Sully the facility dog. Photo provided by Juddie Walker For seven years, Sully, the Boaz City Schools’ facility dog, did what some of the best educators spend their entire careers striving to do: he made people feel seen, comforted and loved. He did not teach a class, lead a lesson, or stand in front of a classroom. Instead, Sully offered something just as meaningful; a comforting presence, a wagging tail and unconditional love. Sully, who became a cherished member of the Boaz City Schools family in 2019, passed away suddenly on Oct. 3 following a medical emergency. His unexpected death has left students, faculty, staff and community members mourning the loss of a companion who meant far more to them than words can fully express. Before arriving in Boaz, Sully spent two years in training to prepare for his role as a facility dog. In 2019, he began serving students and staff at both Boaz Elementary School and Boaz High School alongside his handlers, Josh and Juddie Walker.

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