Senate Resolution No. 1110

BY: Senator REICHLIN-MELNICK

        CONGRATULATING  Hyman  Gamza  upon the occasion of
        celebrating his 100th Birthday

  WHEREAS, Senior citizens bring a wealth of experience and  knowledge
to  the  increasingly  active  roles they play in today's society; their
past contributions and future participation are a  vital  part  of,  and
valuable asset to, the fabric of community life and activity; and

  WHEREAS,  It  is  the custom of this Legislative Body to commemorate
and recognize certain milestones celebrated by citizens  of  this  great
Empire State; and

  WHEREAS,  Attendant  to  such  concern,  and in full accord with its
long-standing traditions, this  Legislative  Body  is  justly  proud  to
congratulate  Hyman  Gamza  upon  the  occasion of celebrating his 100th
Birthday; and

  WHEREAS, Born on August 28, 1921, Hyman Gamza of Suffern, New  York,
has  experienced  the  incredible joys and sorrows characteristic of and
reserved for those with the stamina and courage to savor  a  full  life;
and

  WHEREAS,  With  his  zest for life, this exceptional centenarian has
inspired and enhanced the lives of his family and friends; he has  truly
enriched  the  lives  of those around him through his joyous and sincere
love for others and through the quiescent charm and wisdom  which  comes
only from a fullness of years; and

  WHEREAS,  It  is  the  intent  of  this Legislative Body to publicly
recognize those who have reached such a  remarkable  age  and  who  have
witnessed  and  celebrated  the  innovations,  cultural developments and
awesome achievements of this country  during  the  last  century,  while
themselves  contributing  to  the  growth  and  excellence of this great
Empire State; now, therefore, be it

  RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its  deliberations  to
congratulate  Hyman  Gamza  upon  the  occasion of celebrating his 100th
Birthday; and be it further

  RESOLVED, That a copy of this  Resolution,  suitably  engrossed,  be
transmitted to Hyman Gamza.