Senate Resolution No. 368
BY: Senator TEDISCO
COMMENDING Leonard F. Porcaro posthumously upon
the occasion of his designation as recipient of a
Liberty Medal, the highest honor bestowed upon an
individual by the New York State Senate
WHEREAS, Members of the Armed Services from the State of New York,
who have served so valiantly and honorably in wars in which this
country's freedom was at stake, as well as in the preservation of peace
in peacetime, deserve a special salute; and
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to commend Leonard F.
Porcaro posthumously upon the occasion of his designation as recipient
of a Liberty Medal, the highest honor bestowed upon an individual by the
New York State Senate, to be presented at the Schenectady County
Honor-A-Veteran ceremony on Saturday, February 15, 2025;and
WHEREAS, Leonard F. Porcaro was born on February 1, 1932, in Albany,
New York; the son of Leonard and Mary Porcaro, and graduated from
Schuyler High School in Albany, New York; and
WHEREAS, On August 8, 1952, Leonard F. Porcaro was drafted into the
United States Army and proudly served his country as a member of the
Army Artillery where he studied radio communication in the 9th Infantry
Division Radio School before being assigned as a radio operator; and
WHEREAS, For his courageous service, Leonard F. Porcaro was awarded
the Army of Occupation Medal and the National Defense Service Medal; and
WHEREAS, Upon the completion of his military service on July 20,
1954, Leonard F. Porcaro was employed with Keeler's Restaurant of
Albany, General Electric, and the United States Postal Service, the
career from which he retired in 1992; and
WHEREAS, Active in his community, Leonard F. Porcaro belonged to
American Legion Post No. 1005 where he served as Commander for more than
40 years; he also served as Commander of the American Legion of
Schenectady County; and
WHEREAS, In his spare time, Leonard F. Porcaro enjoyed going
hunting, fishing, and bowling, and enjoyed playing on the United States
Postal Service Softball Team; and
WHEREAS, With him throughout his years of service and alongside him
throughout his meaningful life had been his spouse, Anita Porcaro;
brother, John; his son, James; daughters, Christine and Kathleen; along
with eight grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren; and
WHEREAS, Leonard F. Porcaro was predeceased by his parents, Leonard
and Mary; brothers, Vincent and Frank; sisters, Marie, Virginia, and
Caroline; and daughter, Mary; and
WHEREAS, Residents of this great State must never forget the courage
with which these men and women served their country, and must recognize
that no greater debt is owed than that owed to those who gave their
lives for their beloved Nation and to those who continue to be missing
in action; and
WHEREAS, Having exhibited his patriotism both at home and abroad,
Leonard F. Porcaro demonstrated his love for his country and merits
forevermore, the highest respect of his State and Nation; and
WHEREAS, Our Nation's veterans deserve to be recognized, commended
and thanked by the people of the State of New York for their service and
for their dedication to their communities, their State and their Nation;
now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commend Leonard F. Porcaro posthumously upon the occasion of his
designation as a recipiant of a Liberty Medal on February 15, 2025; and
be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to the family of Leonard F. Porcaro.
