Senate Resolution No. 1887

BY: Senator HARCKHAM

CONGRATULATING Quentin Nicastro of Lewisboro, New
York, upon the occasion of celebrating his 100th
Birthday on January 22, 2024

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 Quentin Nicastro upon the occasion of his 100th Birthday on
January 22, 2024; and

WHEREAS, Quentin Nicastro, of Lewisboro, New York, was born on
January 22, 1924; and

WHEREAS, Serving in the United States Army Air Corps in England
during World War II, Quentin Nicastro flew more than 30 missions as a
gunner on a B-17 bomber; and

WHEREAS, On June 6, 1944, declared as "D-Day," Quentin Nicastro flew
two missions; he witnessed the entire convoy of ships across the English
Channel as his plane bombed the nearby beaches; and

WHEREAS, Throughout the war, Quentin Nicastro had a positive
attitude, never concerned about anything except fulfilling his duties;
and

WHEREAS, In 1972, Quentin Nicastro moved to Lewisboro, New York, and
raised three children; and

WHEREAS, With his zest for life, Quentin Nicastro has inspired and
enriched the lives of his family and friends through the profound charm
and wisdom which come only from a fullness of years; 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, As Americans, we honor Quentin Nicastro, as well as all the
individuals who sacrificially served our country, preserving its
freedom, given to us by our founding fathers, and the hope that future
generations will remember that gift provided by those who gave
everything; 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
outstanding achievements of this Nation 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 Quentin Nicastro upon the occasion of celebrating his 100th
Birthday on January 22, 2024; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Quentin Nicastro.