Senate Resolution No. 1473

BY: Senator GRIFFO

CONGRATULATING Anita Seaburg upon the occasion of
celebrating her 105th Birthday

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, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its
long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to
congratulate Anita Seaburg upon the occasion of her 105th Birthday,
which was celebrated on Tuesday, October 31, 2023; and

WHEREAS, Born in Buffalo, New York, Anita Seaburg later moved to
Utica in the 1950s, where she has lived since; and

WHEREAS, Anita Seaburg worked in a machine shop during World War II,
as well as at the former Door of Hope, which later became The Swancott
Home, a home for unwed mothers; she was able to make a lasting
difference in the lives of many women with her abundant care and empathy
for others; and

WHEREAS, She married her beloved husband Clarence at the age of 50,
spending 22 beautiful years of unwavering love before his passing in
1990; and

WHEREAS, Anita Seaburg is an active and cherished member of the
Katherine Luther Nursing Home on the Lutheran Care campus of Community
Care Partners in Clinton, New York, always spreading her kindness and
words of wisdom to those who surround her; and

WHEREAS, Throughout her years, she has loved reading and practicing
tatting, which is a technique for handcrafting a particular durable lace
from a series of knots and loops; tatting is often used to make lace
edging, doilies, collars, earrings, necklaces, and more; and

WHEREAS, Anita Seaburg, with her zest for life, has undoubtedly
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, Anita Seaburg has enriched the lives of those around her
through her joyous and sincere love for others and through the profound
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
marvelous 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 Anita Seaburg upon the occasion of celebrating her 105th
Birthday; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Anita Seaburg.