LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION mourning the death of Professor Joseph A.M.
Camardo Sr., 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, Professor Joseph A.M. Camardo Sr. of Auburn, New York, died
on Tuesday, August 18, 2009, at the age of 80; and
WHEREAS, The son of the late D. Anthony and Theresa Frumento Camardo,
Professor Joseph A.M. Camardo Sr. was a life-long resident of Auburn,
New York, as well as a devoted communicant of St. Francis Church, where
his grandfather was one of the founding members; and
WHEREAS, The patriarch of the first five generation family of parish-
ioners at St. Francis Church, Professor Joseph A.M. Camardo Sr. was
very active in all church activities including Parish Council, Finance
Committee, Trustee, Head Usher, Eucharistic Minister, family picnics,
festivals, minstrel shows and ultimately the parish's 100th anniversary
committee; he also worked tirelessly behind the scenes to not only main-
tain the church's grounds, but to maintain the church's spirit itself;
and
WHEREAS, Professor Joseph A.M. Camardo Sr. was a talented musician,
and in his youth was well-known for being the band leader for both The
Stardusters and Collegians Bands, both orchestras were popular during
the late 1940s and early 1950s; and
WHEREAS, A proud veteran, Professor Joseph A.M. Camardo Sr. served
during the Korean Conflict as a sergeant in the 45th Infantry Division;
for his valiant service, he was awarded the Bronze Star Medal, as well
as three battle stars for conflict involvement; and
WHEREAS, As a testament to his love for this Nation and the brother-
hood of men he served with, Professor Joseph A.M. Camardo Sr. became
instrumental in the formation of the local chapter of the Korean War
Veterans Association; his commitment to this cause made him a key figure
in the erection of both the local Korean War Monument as well as the
newly opened Veterans Memorial Park; and
WHEREAS, By virtue of Professor Joseph A.M. Camardo Sr.'s long-stand-
ing and unwavering efforts, the people of central New York have had the
opportunity to be entertained by countless military bands and ensembles
from all branches of the Armed Forces; these concerts were put on at no
charge to the public by virtue of his singular involvement and organiza-
tional efforts; and
WHEREAS, Professor Joseph A.M. Camardo Sr. was a graduate of Auburn
East High School Class of 1947, LeMoyne College, Syracuse University and
SUNY Brockport, ultimately earning two Masters in Education; and
WHEREAS, Professor Joseph A.M. Camardo Sr. was a long-seated professor
of Business and Accounting at Cayuga Community College, where he was a
Faculty Association President and served on its Advisory as well as
Negotiating committees; he further served as an advisor to both the
Newman and Business Clubs; he also served on various state educational
review committees; and
WHEREAS, In recognition of his efforts of in-depth magnitude, Profes-
sor Joseph A.M. Camardo Sr. was nominated as one of America's outstand-
ing educators in 1974 and 1975; and
WHEREAS, Professor Joseph A.M. Camardo Sr. distinguished himself in
his profession and by his sincere dedication and substantial contrib-
ution to the welfare of his community; and

WHEREAS, Professor Joseph A.M. Camardo Sr.'s commitment to excellence,
and his spirit of humanity, carried over into all fields of enterprise,
including charitable and civic endeavors; and
WHEREAS, Professor Joseph A.M. Camardo Sr.'s involvement in the
Central New York community as a whole could be defined only as tireless;
his community service activities included being officer/treasurer of the
American Legion, Vice Commander of Carnicelli Indelicato Post, Community
Affairs of the Knights of Columbus, where he was a Fourth Degree Knight;
and
WHEREAS, He was a also a member of the Board of Cayuga County Citizens
Council, Board of Education for Holy Family and St. Francis Schools,
Small Business Chairman of the United Fund, Treasurer of the Cayuga
Museum, founder of the Auburn Lodge-Sons of Italy, founder and Chairman
of the Italian Heritage Society, Mayor's Citizen Advisory Committee,
Board Vice President of Auburn Chamber Orchestra, Board member of the
American Italian Association and Museum in Utica, and ultimately his
previously stated involvement as President and Treasurer of Chapter 296
Korean Veterans Association; and
WHEREAS, Predeceased by a brother, Rocco Camardo, Professor Joseph
A.M. Camardo Sr. is survived by his wife, Marion Reginelli Camardo, two
sons, Joseph Jr. and his wife Nancy, and John and his wife Lisa; three
daughters, May Ann Balloni, Donna Bruno and her husband Bob, and Lisa
Minnoe and her husband Kevin; a sister, Carmella Petrosino; and ten
grandchildren, Theresa, Cristina, John Jr., Nicholas, Anthony, David,
Andrea, Matthew, Erica and Brianna; as well as several nieces, nephews
and cousins; and
WHEREAS, Armed with a humanistic spirit, imbued with a sense of
compassion, and comforted by a loving family, Professor Joseph A.M.
Camardo Sr. leaves behind a legacy which will long endure the passage of
time and will remain as a comforting memory to all he served and
befriended; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
mourn the death of Professor Joseph A.M. Camardo Sr., 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 Professor Joseph A.M. Camardo Sr.