LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION celebrating the life and accomplishments of Samu-
el J. Yanni, distinguished citizen and devoted member of his community

WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to pay tribute to
citizens of the State of New York whose lifework and civic endeavor
served to enhance the quality of life in their communities and the great
State of New York; and
WHEREAS, Former 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 peacetime, deserve a special salute from this Legislative Body; 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, The late Samuel J. Yanni will be honored on Monday, May 4,
2009, at the Albany County "Honor a Veteran Ceremony" to be held at
North Albany American Legion Post Number 1610, in Albany, New York; and
WHEREAS, Samuel J. Yanni of Albany, New York, died on September 9,
2006; born on February 25, 1931, he served on active duty in the United
States Navy from November 30, 1950, to November 22, 1952; and
WHEREAS, During his active duty military service at the time of the
Korean War, Samuel J. Yanni served as a Hospital Corpsman Third Class at
St. Albans Naval Hospital in New York City in the Third Naval District;
and
WHEREAS, After his military service, Samuel J. Yanni was employed for
43 years by Niagara Mohawk Power Corporation; and
WHEREAS, Active in his community, Samuel J. Yanni was a member and
past Commander of North Albany American Legion Post Number 1610, as well
as a member of Elks Colonie Lodge Number 2192; in addition, he was a
member of the North Albany Neighborhood Association; and
WHEREAS, Samuel J. Yanni is survived by his wife, Patricia A. Chris-
tian Yanni; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
celebrate the life and accomplishments of Samuel J. Yanni, distinguished
citizen and devoted member of his community; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to the family of Samuel J. Yanni.