Senate Resolution No. 431

BY: Senator COMRIE

CONGRATULATING Kenneth Neilson upon the occasion
of celebrating his 100th Birthday

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, A resident of Hollis, New York, Kenneth Neilson celebrated
his 100th Birthday on Monday, January 16, 2017; and

WHEREAS, This exceptional centenarian, with his zest for life, has
inspired and enhanced the lives of his family and friends; and

WHEREAS, Kenneth Neilson, with a true passion for books, developed a
love for the Queens Library where several of his works can be found on
the shelves including 1963's The World of Walt Whitman Music, 1982's The
World of Langston Hughes Music, 1979's The Littlest Giant, 2007's I Love
Dandelions and 2009's Langston Hughes; and

WHEREAS, This distinguished man 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, Kenneth Neilson has enriched the lives of those around him
through his joyous and sincere love for others and through the quiescent
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 Kenneth Neilson upon the occasion of celebrating his 100th
Birthday; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Kenneth Neilson.