Senate Resolution No. 1237
BY: Senator PERSAUD
CONGRATULATING Mary Fezza upon the occasion of
celebrating her 100th Birthday
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, 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, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its
long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to
congratulate Mary Fezza upon the occasion of her 100th Birthday to be
celebrated Thursday, September 23, 2021; and
WHEREAS, Born on September 23, 1921, Mary Fezza has resided in
Brooklyn, New York, for approximately six decades; and
WHEREAS, Mary Fezza met and wed the love of her life, Salvatore, a
blessed union which lasted 50 years; and
WHEREAS, Mary Fezza, with her zest for life, has inspired and
enhanced the lives of her family and friends; she is a homemaker and the
proud mother of two children, Marilyn and Richard; as well as a loving
grandmother to three grandchildren and four great-grandchildren; and
WHEREAS, This exceptional centenarian 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, Mary Fezza has enriched the lives of those around her
through her joyous and sincere love for others and through the quiescent
charm and 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 Mary Fezza upon the occasion of celebrating her 100th
Birthday; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Mary Fezza.
