LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION congratulating Josephine Dichiera upon the occa-
sion of her 100th Birthday, May 20, 2009

WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to congratulate Josephine
Dichiera upon the occasion of celebrating her 100th Birthday on May 20,
2009; and
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 vital parts of, and valuable
assets to, the fabric of community life and activity; and
WHEREAS, Born on May 20, 1909, in Driftwood, Pennsylvania, Josephine
Dichiera was married to the late Daniel Dichiera on January 24, 1932;
and
WHEREAS, Together, Josephine and Daniel Dichiera had seven children,
six daughters and a son; Josephine has 22 beloved grandchildren, and 48
great-grandchildren; and
WHEREAS, Josephine Dichiera loved to cook and bake, and made every
holiday very special for her family; she also crocheted a blanket for
each of her grandchildren and 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, who has experienced the incredible
joys and sorrows characteristic of and reserved for those with the
stamina and courage to savor a full life, has inspired all those around
her; and
WHEREAS, This beloved senior citizen has enriched the lives of those
who have been privileged to know 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 Josephine Dichiera upon the occasion of her 100th Birthday;
and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Josephine Dichiera.