LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION congratulating Lee Ethel Corry upon the occasion
of her 100th Birthday on July 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 Lee Ethel Corry upon the occasion of celebrating her 100th Birthday
on July 7, 2009; and
WHEREAS, In recognition of this most auspicious occasion, the Mount
Lebanon Baptist Church will honor Lee Ethel Corry at a special Mass to
be held on Sunday, July 12, 2009; and
WHEREAS, Truly an extraordinary person who has led an exemplary life
of service, Lee Ethel Corry is defined by simple modesty and a boundless
energy that is not only amazing but inspiring; and
WHEREAS, Born on July 7, 1909, in Yazoo City, Mississippi, Lee Ethel
Corry was the youngest of three children; in 1923, she married Richard
Williams and from this union, two boys were born, Jerry and Paul; and
WHEREAS, In 1941, Lee Ethel Corry moved to New York for a job with the
Defense Department; in 1946, she met and married her second husband,
Eugene Corry; and
WHEREAS, During this time, Lee Ethel Corry also became the care-taker
for her grand-niece; she happily took this child into her home where she
loved and raised her as her own; and
WHEREAS, A woman of great faith, in 1952, Lee Ethel Corry joined Mount
Lebanon Baptist Church under Reverend C.L. Franklin; she graduated from
Usher School in 1970, and has diligently served ever since; in recogni-
tion of her service and devotion, she was named Mother of the church
under Reverend Alvin C. Bernstine; 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; 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 Lee Ethel Corry upon the occasion of her 100th Birthday;
and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Lee Ethel Corry.