Senate Resolution No. 3212
BY: Senator GRIFFO
CONGRATULATING Mary Misterka-Pendel upon the
occasion of celebrating her 100th Birthday on May
28, 2020
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, This Legislative Body is justly proud to congratulate Mary
Misterka-Pendel upon the occasion of her 100th Birthday which was
celebrated on Thursday, May 28, 2020, with her cousins from North
Carolina and Maryland at her home on Dudley Avenue in Yorkville, New
York; and
WHEREAS, In her honor, the village declared May 28th as Mary
Misterka-Pendel Day; to further show their love and respect for this
remarkable woman, the Yorkville Police and Fire Department led a
procession in front of her home, and her family members, friends and
neighbors held festive signs, balloons and decorations to mark the
milestone; and
WHEREAS, Mary Misterka-Pendel, with her zest for life, has inspired
and enhanced the lives of her family and friends; 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 Misterka-Pendel 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 Misterka-Pendel 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 Misterka-Pendel.
