LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION mourning the death of Joseph S. Thomann, distin-
guished 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, Joseph S. Thomann of Merrick, New York, died on Friday,
September 18, 2009; and
WHEREAS, Throughout his lifetime, Joseph S. Thomann distinguished
himself in his profession and by his sincere dedication and substantial
contribution to the welfare of his community; and
WHEREAS, Joseph S. Thomann proudly served his Nation during the Korean
War as a member of the United States Air Force; in addition, he was a
13-year member of the Korean War Veterans Association, Nassau County
Chapter 1; and
WHEREAS, Professionally, Joseph S. Thomann was a member of the New
York Police Department (NYPD), retiring as a Sergeant with the Special
Services Unit after 37 years of dedicated service; and
WHEREAS, Joseph S. Thomann is survived by his wife, Frances; his chil-
dren, Theresa and her husband, George, Susan and her husband, Timothy,
Joseph and his wife, Delynn, John and his wife, Kathleen, Richard and
his wife, Roberta, Andrew and his wife, Peggy; he is also survived by 18
grandchildren; one great grandchild; his siblings, Robert and Dorothy;
as well as many nieces and nephews; and
WHEREAS, Armed with a humanistic spirit, imbued with a sense of
compassion, and comforted by a loving family, Joseph S. Thomann 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 Joseph S. Thomann, 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 Joseph S. Thomann.