WHEREAS, Beatrice S. Suskin, a vibrant member of the Arlington community, celebrated her 101st birthday in 2022; and

WHEREAS, born on June 5, 1921, Beatrice Suskin was the child of Russian immigrants who worked as artisans in New York City; and

WHEREAS, Beatrice Suskin has been a witness to history throughout her life, experiencing the Great Depression, World War II, the Moon Landing, and the dawn of the Internet age, among countless other significant events; and

WHEREAS, in 1942, Beatrice Suskin and her husband, Harold, relocated to the Washington, D.C., area to help with the war effort; and

WHEREAS, a brilliant accountant, Beatrice Suskin pursued a career with the U.S. Internal Revenue Service and drafted tax regulations; and

WHEREAS, in her personal life, Beatrice Suskin was a skilled bridge player who achieved Ruby Life Master status and played into her 90s; she is also an accomplished world traveler with a penchant for ocean cruises, who has visited Alaska, Antarctica, and many other destinations; and

WHEREAS, Beatrice Suskin has inspired others through her kindness, generosity, and keen intellect and has made countless contributions to the Arlington community; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED by the Senate of Virginia, That Beatrice S. Suskin hereby be commended on the occasion of her 101st birthday; and, be it

RESOLVED FURTHER, That the Clerk of the Senate prepare a copy of this resolution for presentation to Beatrice S. Suskin as an expression of the Senate of Virginia's admiration for her personal and professional achievements and best wishes.