Senate Resolution No. 2071
BY: Senator MYRIE
HONORING the life and legacy of Marilyn D. Mosley,
distinguished citizen, respected leader, and devoted
member of her community
WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to pay tribute to
citizens of the State of New York whose lifework and civic endeavor
served to enhance the quality of life in their communities and this
great Empire State; and
WHEREAS, Marilyn D. Mosley of Brooklyn, New York, died on Monday,
May 4, 2026; and
WHEREAS, Known fondly as "Mama Mosley" to those who loved her,
Marilyn D. Mosley was born and raised in Brooklyn, New York, and
attended New York City public schools, including PS 29 and Girls High
School; and
WHEREAS, Upon graduating from New York City public schools in 1959,
Marilyn D. Mosley attended Morgan State University to obtain her
bachelor's degree in mathematics; and
WHEREAS, Marilyn D. Mosley later graduated cum laude from City
College with a master's degree in science and mathematics education and
a second master's degree in educational administration and supervision;
while attending college, she was inducted into Phi Delta Kappa and
joined Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.; and
WHEREAS, At the start of her career, Marilyn D. Mosley worked as a
sixth-grade teacher at PS 29; she served in several teaching,
supervisory, and administrative roles, including as director of the
Citywide Task Force on Pregnant and Parenting Teens in the 1980s; and
WHEREAS, Marilyn D. Mosley distinguished herself in her profession
and by her sincere dedication and substantial contribution to the
welfare of her community; and
WHEREAS, As a dedicated and committed educator, Marilyn D. Mosley
spent over 25 years of her career as a public school educator; she
changed the lives of many high school students by advising and assisting
students with obtaining grants and scholarships to pursue higher
education; and
WHEREAS, A firm believer in closing the equity gap in education,
Marilyn D. Mosley often donated her own resources to New York City
public schools to ensure all students had adequate enrichment
programming; and
WHEREAS, Marilyn D. Mosley's commitment to excellence, and her
spirit of humanity, carried over into all fields of enterprise,
including charitable and civic endeavors; and
WHEREAS, Outside of education, Marilyn D. Mosley was very involved
with local government, and she worked as an assistant to Brooklyn
Borough President Howard Golden and as an administrative manager for the
city comptroller's office from 1992 to 2018; she also served as a
special advisor to New York City Council Speaker Corey Johnson from 2018
to 2022; and
WHEREAS, Having successfully advised and assisted several local
government leaders, Marilyn D. Mosley founded and led the Progressive
Association for Political Action Democratic Club, which supports
progressive Democrats running for office in Central Brooklyn; and
WHEREAS, With a strong desire to make a difference in her community,
Marilyn D. Mosley served as a delegate to the 2004 Democratic National
Convention for the 10th Congressional District and as District Leader
for the New York State 57th Assembly District; and
WHEREAS, In all of her community leadership and political
opportunities, Marilyn D. Mosley prioritized mobilizing her communities,
always ensuring that the interests of the underrepresented was a top
priority in her advocacy; and
WHEREAS, Above all else, Marilyn D. Mosley was a unique and
monumental individual who approached each day with abundant generosity,
selfless dedication, a desire to nurture others, and a commitment to
strengthening community bonds; and
WHEREAS, Armed with a humanistic spirit and imbued with a sense of
compassion, Marilyn D. Mosley leaves behind a legacy which will long
endure the passage of time and will remain as a comforting memory to all
she served and befriended; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor the life and legacy of Marilyn D. Mosley, distinguished citizen,
respected leader, and devoted member of her community; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to the family of Marilyn D. Mosley.
