Bill Text: NY K00645 | 2019-2020 | General Assembly | Introduced
Bill Title: Commending the Ryan Patrick O'Shea Foundation for its valuable work and ceaseless dedication to Suicide Prevention and Mental Health Awareness
Spectrum: Partisan Bill (Democrat 2-0)
Status: (Passed) 2020-01-13 - adopted [K00645 Detail]
Download: New_York-2019-K00645-Introduced.html
Assembly Resolution No. 645 BY: M. of A. Griffin COMMENDING the Ryan Patrick O'Shea Foundation for its valuable work and ceaseless dedication to Suicide Prevention and Mental Health Awareness WHEREAS, From time to time this Legislative Body takes note of certain extraordinary foundations it wishes to recognize for their respected contributions to the success and progress of society and publicly acknowledge their endeavors which have enhanced the basic humanity among us all; and WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is proud to pay just tribute and commend the Ryan Patrick O'Shea Foundation for its valuable work and ceaseless dedication to Suicide Prevention and Mental Health Awareness; and WHEREAS, The Ryan Patrick O'Shea Foundation was formed in memory of 18 year-old Ryan Patrick O'Shea of Rockville Centre, New York, who died by suicide; and WHEREAS, Remaining true to its mission, the Ryan Patrick O'Shea Foundation increases mental health awareness while decreasing self-destructive behavior through support and education; it also aims to provide support for those in crisis so they are armed with the proper tools where suicide is no longer a viable option; and WHEREAS, Born on August 11, 2000, Ryan Patrick O'Shea was the third of four sons to John and Mary O'Shea; and WHEREAS, Ryan Patrick O'Shea excelled both academically and athletically; as a Senior, he was the Captain and a standout forward for the South Side High School Basketball Team; he led the team in scoring and rebounding and was named to the First Team All-County selection; and WHEREAS, In the Spring of that same year, Ryan Patrick O'Shea joined the track team, becoming a dominant force in the High Jump; he placed 8th in the State, and his highest jump was an amazing 6' 5"; after only one season, he was named All-County and All-State; and WHEREAS, A true asset to his community, Ryan Patrick O'Shea participated in the Challenger League in his early years and later in Hoops for All, working with children and teenagers with special needs; he shared himself with the people he valued most and gave to those in need without mention; and WHEREAS, Following a traumatic brain injury in 2014, Ryan Patrick O'Shea quietly and privately struggled; and WHEREAS, He studied for one semester at Iona College before transferring to a local college; on January 11, 2019, Ryan Patrick O'Shea died by suicide; and WHEREAS, A son, brother, grandson, nephew, cousin and friend, Ryan Patrick O'Shea is survived by his parents, John and Mary; and three brothers, John, Liam and Griffin; and WHEREAS, Ryan Patrick O'Shea brought so much joy to those around him and, throughout his young life, made such a positive impact; his memory will remain in the hearts of all those who had the honor of knowing him; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to commend the Ryan Patrick O'Shea Foundation for its valuable work and ceaseless dedication to raising awareness for mental health and decreasing self-destructive behavior throughout the communities of the State and Nation; and be it further RESOLVED, That copies of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to the Ryan Patrick O'Shea Foundation, and the family of Ryan Patrick O'Shea.