Tom Bossert

MILL HALL — The Keystone Central Foundation is hosting its fifth Annual Alumni Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony on Thursday, March 12, at Central Mountain High School.

The following article is one in a series highlighting this year’s inductees. The honor recognizes outstanding graduates from the Keystone Central School District who have demonstrated exceptional achievements in their personal or professional careers and have made significant contributions to their communities.

There is no fee to attend the ceremony, thanks to event sponsor Coploff, Ryan and Houser. However, RSVPs are required. To RSVP or to place a congratulatory ad, visit www.kcfoundation.com or call 570-660-1306.

Thomas H. Bossert

Bald Eagle Nittany

Class of 1958

A 1958 graduate of Bald Eagle Nittany High School, Thomas H. Bossert distinguished himself early as both a wrestling and football letterman. His athletic success continued at Lock Haven State Teachers College, where he graduated in 1964 and earned national recognition by placing third in the heavyweight division at the 1962 NAIA Wrestling National Championships.

Following his collegiate career, Bossert devoted more than two decades to education and coaching. He began teaching physical education and coaching at Sunbury High School in 1964, followed by a similar role at Bellefonte High School in 1965. From 1966 through 1986, he served as a health and physical education teacher at Lock Haven High School, where he positively influenced generations of students through his commitment to fitness, discipline and character development.

In addition to his work in education, Bossert has been a steadfast public servant for more than six decades. His civic leadership began with his election to the Mill Hall Borough Council in 1965 and again in 1971. He was elected mayor of Mill Hall in 1985, later serving as Magisterial District Judge beginning in 1987, a position to which he was re-elected for multiple six-year terms. In 2004, he was elected Clinton County Commissioner and re-elected to serve additional four-year terms.

Bossert returned to the role of Mill Hall mayor in 2013, where he served multiple terms before retiring on Dec. 31, 2025. Throughout his public life, he also remained deeply involved in civic and community organizations, including long-standing service with the Clinton County Republican Committee — where he held various leadership roles, including chairman — the Mill Hall Kiwanis and Bald Eagle United Presbyterian Church, where he serves as an elder. He is currently chairing efforts to refurbish the Mill Hall Community Pool, continuing his commitment to community improvement.

Beyond his formal titles and accomplishments, Thomas H. Bossert’s greatest legacy lies in his quiet, consistent service. He never sought recognition, instead choosing to lead by example — showing up, listening carefully and working behind the scenes to do what was best for his community. Known for his fairness, approachability and respect for people of all backgrounds and viewpoints, Bossert has long believed in giving back to the place that shaped him and in leaving it better than he found it.

Guided by his personal philosophy that “those who can, must,” Bossert has demonstrated through a lifetime of action that meaningful leadership is rooted in service, integrity and commitment. His influence extends beyond public office to his family, church and community, where he has led his children and grandchildren not only with words, but through example.