LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Joseph Edward DeGeorge posthumously upon
the occasion of his designation for special recognition by Albany County
at its Honor-A-Veteran Ceremony on February 2, 2015

WHEREAS, Members of the Armed Services from the State of New York, who
have served so valiantly and honorably in wars in which this country's
freedom was at stake, as well as in the preservation of peace in peace-
time, deserve a special salute; and
WHEREAS, It is the intent of this Legislative Body to commend these
who have served in times of active conflict, as well as those who have
served in times of peace; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor
Joseph Edward DeGeorge posthumously upon the occasion of his designation
for special recognition by Albany County at its Honor-A-Veteran Ceremony
on Monday, February 2, 2015, at the American Legion Joseph E. Zaloga
Post 1520, Albany, New York; and
WHEREAS, In June of 1993, a committee was formed by the Albany County
Veterans Bureau known as the Albany County Honor-A-Veteran Committee to
honor deceased Albany County veterans who have served their country in
time of conflict; the Honor-A-Veteran Program takes place monthly on the
first Monday of each month; and
WHEREAS, For his courageous and dedicated service to his country,
Joseph Edward DeGeorge will be recognized at this year's February
Honor-A-Veteran Ceremony; and
WHEREAS, Joseph Edward DeGeorge, who died in 1997, at the age of 70,
served his country with honor and distinction from March 14, 1944
through May 13, 1946, as a member of the United States Navy; and
WHEREAS, A Seaman 2nd Class on the USS Missouri, Joseph Edward
DeGeorge was awarded the American Theatre Medal, Asiatic Pacific Medal
with three stars, and the Victory Medal; 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, Having exhibited their patriotism both at home and abroad,
these men and women demonstrated their love for their country and merit
forevermore, the highest respect of their State and Nation; and
WHEREAS, Our Nation's veterans deserve to be recognized, commended and
thanked by the people of the State of New York for their service and for
their dedication to their communities, their State and their Nation;
now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Joseph Edward DeGeorge posthumously upon the occasion of his
designation for special recognition by Albany County at its Honor-A-Vet-
eran Ceremony on February 2, 2015; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to the family of Joseph Edward DeGeorge.