Assembly Resolution No. 1055
BY: M. of A. Manktelow
CONGRATULATING Leo Malone 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 Leo Malone upon the occasion of his 100th Birthday; and
WHEREAS, Leo Malone, son of John Edward Malone and Anna Gray, was
born on June 27, 1922; and
WHEREAS, He grew up in a large family with numerous siblings and
cousins, always surrounded by good company at his family's frequent
Sunday dinners; and
WHEREAS, Joining the United States Army Air Corps in 1942, Leo
Malone trained to be an airplane engine mechanic; he went to Stewart
Technical School in New York City to hone his craft, and later worked on
B-17 airplanes; and
WHEREAS, He was stationed at Honington Air Base in England where he
was both a mechanic and part of the Salvage Crew; he and his team would
go to crash sites and salvage what they could of a crashed airplane; and
WHEREAS, Leo Malone was honorably discharged on December 23, 1945;
and
WHEREAS, He had earned the Marksman Medal, European Theater of
Operation Medal, and the "Ruptured Duck" Medal for his honorable
discharge; and
WHEREAS, He married his beloved wife, Alma Laws, on June 21, 1947;
they were married for 58 joy-filled years; and
WHEREAS, Leo Malone is the father of six cherished children,
Stanley, Douglas, Timothy, Daniel, Rebecca, and Terri; and
WHEREAS, Leo Malone, with his zest for life, has inspired and
enhanced the lives of his family and friends; and
WHEREAS, This distinguished man 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, Leo Malone has enriched the lives of those around him
through his joyous and sincere love for others and through the vibrant
charm and infinite 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 Leo Malone upon the occasion of celebrating his 100th
Birthday; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Leo Malone.