Senate Resolution No. 2127
BY: Senator BRESLIN
COMMENDING William A. Nedoroscik posthumously upon
the occasion of his designation for special
recognition by Rensselaer County at its Honor a
Deceased Veteran Ceremony on October 15, 2019
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 peace- time, deserve a special salute; and
WHEREAS, It is the intent of this Legislative Body to commend those
who have served in times of active conflict, as well as those who have
served in times of peace; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its
long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to
commend William A. Nedoroscik posthumously upon the occasion of his
designation for special recognition by Rensselaer County at its Honor a
Deceased Veteran Ceremony on Tuesday, October 15, 2019; and
WHEREAS, Born on August 11, 1940, in Cohoes, New York, William A.
Nedoroscik was the son of the late John and Agnes Bozek Nedoroscik and
was a dual resident of both Troy and Waterford, New York; and
WHEREAS, William A. Nedoroscik proudly served his country as a
member of the United States Navy from 1958-1961 aboard the U.S.S. Valley
Forge, and in the Naval Reserves until his honorable discharge in 1964;
and
WHEREAS, Just one year later, William A. Nedoroscik enlisted in the
United States Marine Corps and in 1966, as a member of B Company 1st
Battalion, 26th Marines Special Landing Forces, "Ned" as he was known by
his fellow Marines, served honorably against hostile forces in the
Republic of Vietnam; and
WHEREAS, Furthermore, this brave Marine participated in the since
declassified operations known as Deckhouse III (Tinh Bihn Tuy Province),
Deckhouse III phase 2-Code name "Toledo" (Tinh Phuoc Province), and
Deckhouse IV (Quang Tri Province); he was honorably discharged in 1968;
and
WHEREAS, For his meritorious service, William A. Nedoroscik was the
recipient of the National Defense Service Medal and the Vietnam Service
Medal; and
WHEREAS, Upon the completion of his military service, William A.
Nedoroscik was employed in the construction industry, mostly by H & M
Contractors and then by John L. Wojcik, Inc.; later in life he became
the Camp Manager at Kelts' Grove in Waterford, where he was
affectionately known as "Uncle Billy"; and
WHEREAS, Devoted to his fellow veterans, William A. Nedoroscik
served on the Board of Directors of the Veterans of Lansingburgh Club in
Troy, New York; he also served as a Marshal during several parades over
the years, and was named Veteran of the Year in 2016; and
WHEREAS, William A. Nedoroscik died on April 15, 2018, at the age of
77; he is buried at Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery; and
WHEREAS, Predeceased by his sister, Deloris, and a niece, Carol,
William A. Nedoroscik is survived by his son, William; siblings, Carol
(Wayne), Chuck (Linda), Jim (Peggy), Ed (Sharon), Jean (Walter) and
Jackie; and nieces and nephews, Paula (Paul), Eddie, Kathy, Ed, Frank,
Samantha, Delene (John), Conrad, Walter, Tania, Richard, Tracy, Chuck,
John, Robert (Linda), Michelle, Justin, Melissa, R.J. and Josh; as well
as several great nieces and nephews; 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,
William A. Nedoroscik 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 William A. Nedoroscik posthumously upon the occasion of his
designation for special recognition by Rensselaer County at its Honor a
Deceased Veteran Ceremony; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to the family of William A. Nedoroscik.
