LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION mourning the death of World War II veteran Joseph
D. DeMarco

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, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to pay proper trib-
ute to individuals of great character whose lives exemplify the highest
ideals of humanity; and
WHEREAS, Joseph DeMarco of Orchard Park, New York died on Tuesday,
December 8, 2009, at the age of 85; and
WHEREAS, Joseph DeMarco served with Company B, 194th Glider Infantry
Regiment; following his service in World War II, he returned to the New
York area and was employed in the tool and die business; he simultane-
ously worked part time with his father as a brick layer; and
WHEREAS, After some 15 years, Joseph DeMarco formed his own Masonry
Company and after 40 years, he retired to enjoy some of his favorite
hobbies; he loved golf, travel and enjoyed watching all sports, includ-
ing his beloved Buffalo Bills; and
WHEREAS, Joseph DeMarco was the beloved husband of Josephine for 62
years, the devoted father of James, Daniel, Joseph, and the late Jeanne;
he was the cherished grandfather of 11 grandchildren, and is also
survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends; and
WHEREAS, Armed with a humanistic spirit, imbued with a sense of
compassion, and comforted by a loving family, Joseph DeMarco 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 World War II veteran Joseph D. DeMarco; and be it
further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to the family of Joseph D. DeMarco.