LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commending Irma Lifschitz upon the occasion of
her designation by Madison Jewish Center as its Woman of the Year at its
78th Anniversary Journal Dinner Celebration on June 14, 2009

WHEREAS, The quality and character of life in New York State is greatly
enriched by the faithful and generous service of those who devote them-
selves to endeavors of family, faith, and community; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize and
commend individuals of such magnanimous conduct and bearing who demon-
strate a deep and continuing concern for others, and in so doing,
inspire others to do the same; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and fully in accord with its long-
standing traditions, it is the intent of this Legislative Body to
commend Irma Lifschitz upon the occasion of her designation by Madison
Jewish Center as its Woman of the Year at its 78th Anniversary Journal
Dinner Celebration, to be held at Brooklyn's Temple Sholom on Sunday,
June 14, 2009; and
WHEREAS, Established in 1931, Madison Jewish Center, located in the
heart of Brooklyn in the Madison neighborhood, serves the Madison,
Marine Park, Sheepshead Bay and Midwood communities; and
WHEREAS, An Egalitarian Conservative congregation affiliated with The
United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism, Madison Jewish Center offers a
variety of programs for its congregants, including a vibrant Talmud
Torah and Parents Association, Social Club, United Synagogue Youth and
Kadima chapters, a new Minyanaire's Club, and an active Sisterhood and,
in addition, sponsors B'nai B'rith Youth Organization Chapters Ruach AZA
and Ruach BBG; and
WHEREAS, Each year at its Anniversary Journal Dinner, Madison Jewish
Center proudly honors members in recognition of their enduring and
outstanding service to the synagogue; Irma Lifschitz truly merits that
high honor; and
WHEREAS, Born in the Bronx on July 10, 1926, Irma Lifschitz graduated
from Samuel J. Tilden High School; she married Sol Lifschitz in 1947 and
worked with him in the family-owned Lenox Superette for many years
until, in 1966, she went to work for the Bank of New York where she was
a conscientious and loyal employee until her retirement in 1987; and
WHEREAS, Irma Lifschitz became the mother of identical twins, Adele
and Diana, in August 1948 and has a large extended family, including her
sons-in-law, George and Joey; four beloved grandchildren, Joy, Jonathan,
Ilene and Michael; three dearly loved great-grandchildren, Samantha,
Dylan, and Matthew, as well as a grandson-in-law, Tommy; a granddaught-
er-in-law, Lauren; and many cousins, nieces, nephews, and other extended
family members; and
WHEREAS, Irma and Sol Lifschitz joined Madison Jewish Center in 1976;
in 1997, Irma Lifschitz became an active member of various committees
and arms of the synagogue, including its Sisterhood, Social Club, and
Journal Committee; she has also been a member of the Administrative
Board and is always a respected and treasured member of every group with
which she works, helping to make functions run smoothly and contributing
her good ideas and excellent work ethic; and
WHEREAS, Described as incredible, resilient, magnificent and awesome,
at age 82, Irma Lifschitz remains active and independent, shopping,
taking care of her great-grandchildren, playing mah jong, cooking and
preparing holiday feasts, and keeping active in the synagogue; and
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is proud to extend its highest commen-
dation to Irma Lifschitz for her dedication and commitment to Madison
Jewish Center, her community, and her heritage; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Irma Lifschitz upon the occasion of her designation by Madison
Jewish Center as its Woman of the Year at its 78th Anniversary Journal
Dinner Celebration on June 14, 2009; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Irma Lifschitz.