2009-J4291
LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION congratulating Marjory Corwin upon the occasion
of her 100th Birthday
WHEREAS, Mrs. Marjory Corwin was born in Rochester, New York, on Septem-
ber 19, 1910; and
WHEREAS, The devoted wife of the late William H. Corwin, Public
Relations Director of Sybron, Corp. of Rochester, Marjory Corwin is the
proud and loving mother of two, grandmother of five, and great-grand-
mother of eight, all of whom are proud to be part of her life and
rejoice in her many accomplishments; and
WHEREAS, This exceptional centenarian, with her zest for life, has
inspired and enhanced the lives of her family and friends; and
WHEREAS, Now residing in Keuka Park, New York, Marjory Corwin is
currently active in the Guyanoga Chapter of the Daughters of the Ameri-
can Revolution and the What-So-Ever Club in Keuka Park as well as in the
Yates County Office For the Aging and the retired Senior Volunteer
Program; and
WHEREAS, She is also an active member of St. Luke's Episcopal Church
of Branchport, New York and volunteers at the Keuka College Library; and
WHEREAS, In 2004, at the age of 94, Marjory Corwin proudly earned a
Certificate of Achievement in Fine Arts from Keuka College; the follow-
ing year, she rode on her grandson's motorcycle to her own 95th birthday
party; at 97, not to be outdone by the other guests, she danced away the
afternoon at her grandson's wedding and, in December 2008, at age 98,
she had the high honor of receiving an honorary Doctor of Humane Letters
degree from Keuka College; and
WHEREAS, This distinguished woman, who has experienced the incredible
joys and sorrows characteristic of and reserved for those with the
stamina and courage to savor a full life, has inspired the lives of her
many friends and family; 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 Marjory Corwin upon the occasion of her 100th Birthday, to
be celebrated on September 19, 2010; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Marjory Corwin.