LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION congratulating Dorothy Anderson upon the occasion
of celebrating her 100th Birthday on February 11, 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, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to congratu-
late Dorothy Anderson upon the occasion of her 100th Birthday; and
WHEREAS, A resident of Schervier Pavilion, Dorothy Anderson celebrated
her 100th Birthday on Thursday, February 11, 2010, with the help of the
Court of St. Anne, No. 909, of the Catholic Daughters, who sponsored a
Mass and luncheon at nearby Mount Alverno Center in her honor; and
WHEREAS, Despite many roadblocks, Dorothy Anderson always knew educa-
tion would one day be the key to her success; she earned a college
degree, led a very productive professional life and although she never
held a public office, became one of Warwick's most well-known, beloved
and honored citizens; and
WHEREAS, Dorothy Anderson was always a familiar figure as an active
volunteer and fundraiser for many Warwick organizations, even well into
her mid 90s; and
WHEREAS, As a devoted member of the Church of St. Stephen, the First
Martyr, Dorothy Anderson would sing in the choir at Sunday Mass; during
the week, she was involved in numerous Parish activities and committees
and was voted "Volunteer of the Year"; and
WHEREAS, In addition to her work with her Church, Dorothy Anderson
sewed quilts for charity, visited women in the prison system and served
on committees as a long-time member of the St. Anthony Community Hospi-
tal Auxiliary (SACHA); and
WHEREAS, In 2003, Dorothy Anderson was voted "Queen for the Day,"
during the annual Warwick Merchant Guild celebration of "Ladies Night
Out"; at that time and at the age of 93, she still kept a schedule that
would exhaust people half her age; and
WHEREAS, This exceptional centenarian, with her zest for life, has
inspired and enhanced the lives of her family and friends; and
WHEREAS, Dorothy Anderson 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, This beloved lady 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 Dorothy Anderson upon the occasion of celebrating her 100th
Birthday on February 11, 2010; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Dorothy Anderson.