Senate Resolution No. 31

BY: Senator GRIFFO

CONGRATULATING Thelma Gallagher upon the occasion
of celebrating her 107th 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 Thelma Gallagher upon the occasion of celebrating her 107th
Birthday; and

WHEREAS, Thelma Gallagher was born on September 5, 1915 in Richfield
Springs, New York, to Francis and Helen (Smith) Hecox; and

WHEREAS, She met her husband, the late Edward Gallagher, at a dance
and they exchanged wedding vows in 1946; the couple, who were married
for 42 wonderful years, resided in a home Edward built on Kayuta Lake;
and

WHEREAS, Thelma Gallagher worked at General Electric for 10 years
and as a nurse at Marcy State Hospital; she has been a resident at
Sunset Nursing and Rehabilitation Center for two years; in her spare
time she enjoys spending time with her fellow residents and relaxing;
and

WHEREAS, Thelma Gallagher, 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, Thelma Gallagher 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
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 Thelma Gallagher upon the occasion of celebrating her 107th
Birthday; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Thelma Gallagher.