LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION mourning the death of Willard Whitlock, 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, Willard Whitlock of Brooklyn, New York, died on Friday, Janu-
ary 22, 2010; and
WHEREAS, Artist and illustrator of a book titled, PHILOSOPHY OF LIFE
STORIES FOR YOUNG PEOPLE. VOL 1, Willard Whitlock was employed by the
Board of Education working with students at Prospect Heights High
School, now known as International High School; he recently earned
recognition from the Board of Education for 20 years of service; and
WHEREAS, Over the years, Willard Whitlock worked with Crown Heights
Youth Collective along with Richard Green, which included an excursion
to Africa-Lagos, Nigeria, and Ghana; he also worked with the Summer
Youth Employment Program and several community groups focusing on culti-
vating the talents of Brooklyn youth through art; and
WHEREAS, Willard Whitlock's works are found throughout the streets of
Crown Heights and its surrounding neighborhoods where he depicted themed
murals which send messages to his community; after the 9/11 tragedy, he
created a mural in memory of the fallen victims titled, "Celebrate the
Angels All Around Us Everyday"; and
WHEREAS, Willard Whitlock distinguished himself in his profession and
by his sincere dedication and substantial contribution to the welfare of
his community; and
WHEREAS, Willard Whitlock's commitment to excellence, and his spirit
of humanity, carried over into all fields of enterprise, including char-
itable and civic endeavors; and
WHEREAS, A true asset to society, Willard Whitlock is survived by his
sister, Hilda Goodridge; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
mourn the death of Willard Whitlock, 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 Hilda Goodridge.