Assembly Resolution No. 1012

BY: M. of A. Santabarbara

CELEBRATING the life and legacy of Jessica De
Marco, a dedicated Hope House Counselor, at the
Empire of Hope Scholarship Kick Off event on March
21, 2024

WHEREAS, There are certain outstanding members of our community who,
through their selfless commitment and dedication, have served to better
the quality of life in our community and have had a measurable positive
impact on the lives of its residents; Jessica De Marco was one such
individual; and

WHEREAS, It is with profound sorrow and deep regret that this
Legislative Body records the passing of Jessica De Marco, noting the
significance of her purposeful life and accomplishments; and

WHEREAS, Born April 12, 1990, at Bellevue Hospital in Niskayuna, New
York, Jessica De Marco died on Friday, December 30, 2022, at the age of
32; and

WHEREAS, Known for her compassion for all people, Jessica De Marco
always put others before herself, dedicating her life and career as a
Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) for over seven years; and

WHEREAS, For five years, Jessica De Marco worked for Hope House, an
organization dedicated to providing services to those who suffer from
the disease of addiction; in that time, she touched countless lives and
was a fierce advocate for clients, as well as a mentor and friend to
staff; and

WHEREAS, Jessica De Marco was a knowledgeable and skilled clinician
and genuine in her love for work and belief that recovery was attainable
for everyone; her quick wit and frequently unfiltered thoughts were a
welcome reprieve during the workday and her presence made an often
tireless and thankless job fun and enjoyable for her coworkers; and

WHEREAS, Today, in recognition of Jessica De Marco's steadfast and
unwavering dedication to Hope House, a scholarship was created in her
name to help deserving individuals further their education; and

WHEREAS, This extraordinary young woman was also passionate about
preserving her Italian family's heritage and culture; she was always the
center of laughter, music, food, and family gatherings; and

WHEREAS, A beloved daughter, sister, sister-in-law, aunt, cousin,
niece and granddaughter, Jessica De was dedicated to caring for her
parents, grandparents and other relatives that needed help or just
needed company, especially to share homemade Italian escarole and beans;
she also absolutely loved children; she adored her nieces, Sofia and
Madeline, as though they were her own children; and

WHEREAS, Jessica De Marco is survived by her parents, Joseph and
Josefina (Pina) DeMarco; siblings, Dan (Gina) and Christopher; nieces,
Sofia and Madeline DeMarco; and grandmother, Luisa Caporas; she is

predeceased by her maternal grandfather, Felice Caporaso; and paternal
grandparents, John and Guiseppina DeMarco; and

WHEREAS, Jessica De Marco's infinite selflessness and benevolence
will shine on through her family's vivid and happy memories; her insight
and strength will forever serve as a beacon of love, light and hope to
the countless lives she touched; and

WHEREAS, Armed with a humanistic spirit and imbued with a sense of
compassion, Jessica De Marco leaves behind a legacy which will long
endure the passage of time and will remain as a comforting memory to all
who were privileged to have known and loved such an amazing woman; she
will be deeply missed and truly merits the grateful tribute of this
Legislative Body; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
celebrate the life and legacy of Jessica De Marco, and to express its
deepest condolences to her family; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to the family of Jessica De Marco.