LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION congratulating George Wittmer upon the occasion
of celebrating his 100th Birthday

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, George Wittmer was born on February 21, 1910, to German immi-
grants, Emma and Charles Wittmer; and
WHEREAS, He was raised in the Dumbo area in Queens, and was a student
at P.S. 135; George crafted his skills in sheet metal fabrication while
attending industrial school; and
WHEREAS, George Wittmer served his country as a member of the United
States Army, climbing to the prestigious rank of Staff Sergeant; and
WHEREAS, On April 30, 1932, George married the love of his life, the
late Marie Fina; together, the newlyweds moved from Brooklyn to the
Merrick farmlands on Long Island; and
WHEREAS, George Wittmer, who was employed with the Howard Gouden
Company, Long Island City, purchased his father's summer home, currently
called "the Camp Grounds", where he resides today; and
WHEREAS, A Merrick resident for nearly eight decades, this exceptional
centenarian, with his zest for life, has inspired and enhanced the lives
of his family and friends; and
WHEREAS, This distinguished man 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 man has enriched the lives of those around him
through his 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 George Wittmer upon the occasion of his 100th Birthday; and
be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to George Wittmer, 2036 Lee Avenue, Merrick, New York 11566.