LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION congratulating Helen Gargash upon the occasion of
her 100th Birthday on November 3, 2009

WHEREAS, Senior citizens bring a wealth of experience and knowledge to
the increasingly active rolls 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 congratu-
late Helen Gargash upon the occasion of celebrating her 100th Birthday
on Tuesday, November 3, 2009; and
WHEREAS, Helen Gargash was born on November 3, 1909, in Amsterdam, New
York; upon completing her schooling, she moved to Utica, New York, in
1929, and worked in the New York Mills; and
WHEREAS, A woman of great faith, Helen Gargash has attended St. Joseph
and St. Patrick's Church; she is now a congregant of St. Mary's and
Sacred Heart in New York Mills; and
WHEREAS, Helen Gargash is the proud mother of John, Norman and the
late Frances as well as the mother-in-law of Josephine; she has four
grandchildren and four great grandchildren; and
WHEREAS, This exceptional centenarian, with her zest for life, has
inspired and enhanced the lives of her family and friends; and
WHEREAS, This distinguished woman 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, This beloved lady has enriched the lives of those around her
through her 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 recog-
nize 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 Helen Gargash upon the occasion of her 100th Birthday; and
be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Helen Gargash.