LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Betty Moynahan Lynch upon the occasion
of her designation for special recognition by the Knights of Columbus
Triune Council 2052 on April 23, 2010

WHEREAS, It is the practice of this Legislative Body to recognize that
the quality and character of life in the communities across New York
State are reflective of the concerned and dedicated efforts of those
individuals who devote themselves to the welfare of the community and
its citizenry; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor
Betty Moynahan Lynch upon the occasion of her designation for special
recognition by the Knights of Columbus Triune Council 2052 at its Annual
Charity Dinner Dance on Friday, April 23, 2010, at LaTerrazza, New City,
New York; and
WHEREAS, A woman of singular distinction, Betty Lynch has continually
demonstrated extreme competence, extraordinary intelligence, and dili-
gent leadership in her unwavering service to both her faith and communi-
ty; and
WHEREAS, Born and raised in Jersey City, New Jersey, Betty Lynch grad-
uated from St. Paul's Grammar School and Henry Snyder High School, and
was the recipient of the American Legion Award from both institutions;
and
WHEREAS, Betty Lynch went on to become an Executive Secretary in the
Public Relations Department at the New York Life Insurance Company in
New York City; while there, she also authored a column in the company's
monthly magazine, "It's the Style"; and
WHEREAS, Betty Lynch met her future husband, Brendan Lynch, just
before he entered the United States Army; their correspondence and a few
dates while he continued to serve his country bound their hearts and led
to their engagement seven months after his honorable discharge; they
were married just ten months later; and
WHEREAS, Five years later, Betty and Brendan Lynch were raising their
four children in Edison, New Jersey, before moving to Rockland County;
and
WHEREAS, In addition to raising their children, Betty and Brendan
Lynch also shared a love for their community; together, they gave of
themselves helping out various organizations as well as their parish,
and were also very involved in the activities of their children; togeth-
er, they enjoyed 41 years of marriage before Brendan's passing in 1999;
and
WHEREAS, Betty Lynch was a co-leader of St. Anthony Brownies and Girl
Scouts for eight years, and served for three years on the nominating
committee; she has also been an active member of the St. Anthony Blessed
Mother Sodality for 43 years and is a past Secretary; and
WHEREAS, Furthermore, Betty Lynch is the Secretary of the Rockland
County Catholic Coalition; she also was instrumental in the organization
of the first National Day of Prayer demonstration in Rockland last year;
and
WHEREAS, Throughout the entire period of her community service, a
period of constructive involvement, Betty Lynch has stood constant in
dignity, good grace and humor; and
WHEREAS, With her throughout have been her four children, and their
spouses, as well as her eight grandchildren, all of whom feel privileged
to be a part of her life and rejoice in her achievements; and

WHEREAS, Rare indeed is the impressive dedication shown by an individ-
ual for the benefit of others which Betty Lynch has displayed throughout
her life; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that when individ-
uals of such noble aims and accomplishments are brought to our atten-
tion, they should be celebrated and recognized by all the citizens of
the great State of New York; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Betty Moynahan Lynch upon the occasion of her designation for
special recognition by the Knights of Columbus Triune Council 2052 on
April 23, 2010; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Betty Moynahan Lynch.