LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION congratulating Rose Ascenzi upon the occasion of
celebrating her 100th Birthday on February 1, 2010

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, Rose Ascenzi was born on February 1, 1910; in 1929, she came
to the United States from Rome at the age of 19; a newlywed with a baby
on the way, she and her husband came with only the clothes on their
backs; and
WHEREAS, The Ascenzis worked very hard to build a life in their new
homeland; Rose was employed by White Linen Laundry as a seamstress for
many years, and her husband was a tile and mason worker; he lived until
the age of 94; and
WHEREAS, This exceptional centenarian, with her zest for life, has
inspired and enhanced the lives of her family; both she and her husband
taught them that hard work and commitment to family can overcome any
obstacle; and
WHEREAS, Rose Ascenzi 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, She 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 Rose Ascenzi upon the occasion of celebrating her 100th
Birthday; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Rose Ascenzi, Fairport Baptist Home, 3646 Nine Mile Point
Road, Fairport, New York 14450.