2023-K2176
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CONRAD
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2023-K2176
Assembly Resolution No. 2176
BY: M. of A. Conrad
HONORING Thomas Falzarano upon the occasion of his
designation as a recipient of an Honor Flight on
June 15, 2024
WHEREAS, Members of the Armed Services from the State of New York,
who have served so faithfully and courageously in wars in which our
Nation's freedom was at stake, as well as in the preservation of peace
during peacetime, deserve a special salute from this Legislative Body;
and
WHEREAS, Residents of this great State must never forget the courage
with which these men and women served their country, and must recognize
that no greater debt is owed than that owed to those who gave their
lives for their beloved Nation and to those who continue to be missing
in action; and
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Thomas
Falzarano upon the occasion of his designation as a recipient of an
Honor Flight on Saturday, June 15, 2024; and
WHEREAS, Honor Flights are an opportunity to recognize and thank the
Americans who secured our freedom by bringing them to the Nation's
capital to see the memorials that commemorate their service, giving them
a hero's welcome every step of the way; and
WHEREAS, Participation in an Honor Flight trip gives veterans the
opportunity to share this momentous occasion with other comrades,
remember the fallen, and share their stories and experiences with other
veterans; and
WHEREAS, Currently, Honor Flight Network commends those who served
during World War II, the Korean War, the Vietnam War, and veterans of
any service era who are critically ill; in New York State alone, more
than 5,000 members of our armed services have fulfilled their wish of
visiting our Nation's capital and all its sites and memorials honoring
our country's great history; and
WHEREAS, Thomas Falzarano is justly deserving of this esteemed
privilege and opportunity for his dedicated service with the United
States Navy beginning in 1967; he was stationed in San Diego, California
until his deployment to Vietnam where he served as a communications
specialist from 1970-1971; and
WHEREAS, Upon his discharge from the Navy, Thomas Falzarano, a
Richmondville native, moved to Buffalo, New York, where he enrolled in
D'youville College, and later met his cherished life partner and wife,
Martha; and
WHEREAS, After graduating from D'youville College 1976, Thomas
Falzarano went on to leave his mark on his community as a special
education teacher in the Buffalo Public School District and as a father
of three daughters and grandfather of two grandchildren; and
WHEREAS, Having exhibited their patriotism both at home and abroad,
these brave men and women of our military have demonstrated their love
for their country and merit forevermore, the highest respect of their
State and Nation; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Thomas Falzarano upon the occasion of his designation as a
recipient of an Honor Flight on June 15, 2024; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Thomas Falzarano.
actions
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14 / May / 2024
- INTRODUCED
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14 / May / 2024
- ADOPTED
Resolution Details
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- Resolutions, Legislative
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