LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION congratulating Polly Lynch upon the occasion of
celebrating her 100th Birthday on May 7, 2009

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, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to congratu-
late Polly Lynch upon the occasion of celebrating her 100th Birthday on
May 7, 2009; and
WHEREAS, In recognition of this most auspicious occasion, the Mount
Lebanon Baptist Church will honor Polly Lynch at a special Mass to be
held on Sunday, May 31, 2009; and
WHEREAS, Truly an extraordinary person who has led an exemplary life
of service, Polly Lynch is defined by simple modesty and a boundless
energy that is not only amazing but inspiring; and
WHEREAS, Born on May 7, 1909, in Charlotte, Virginia, to Jennie Vena-
ble Wilson and Claiborn Wilson, Polly Lynch was the youngest of eight
children; she moved to New York in 1925, and married Luther Lynch in
June of 1928; and
WHEREAS, Polly and Luther Lynch were married for 57 years; together,
they raised their daughter, Gloria Frances Lynch-Boone; she is the proud
grandmother of four grandchildren, Tracey, Eric, Lamont and Carter and
has two great-grandchildren, Fatima and John; and
WHEREAS, A woman of great faith, Polly Lynch joined Mount Lebanon
Baptist Church in 1925, and has been a devoted congregant for the past
84 years; she loves to sing and joined the Senior Choir at age 16; she
has also served as a deaconess since 1964, and has performed in some of
the earliest drama productions presented by the first lady of the
church, Ms. Mabel Franklin; and
WHEREAS, In addition, Polly Lynch is the founder of the "Golden
Circle," which the late Reverend Robert Laws renamed "The Polly Lynch
Golden Circle"; she was also a Sunday school teacher and developed one
of the first Women's Day choirs; 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 Polly Lynch upon the occasion of celebrating her 100th
Birthday; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Polly Lynch.