LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring former U.S. Army Sergeant John Vasser
upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of the 2010 Rockland
County Buffalo Soldier Award

WHEREAS, Members of the Armed Services from the State of New York, who
have served so valiantly and honorably in wars in which this country's
freedom was at stake, as well as in the preservation of peace in peace-
time, deserve a special salute from this Legislative Body; and
WHEREAS, It is the intent of this Legislative Body to commend those
who have served in times of active conflict, as well as those who have
served in times of peace; and
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to honor former United
States Army Sergeant John Vasser upon the occasion of his designation as
recipient of the 2010 Rockland County Buffalo Soldier Award; and
WHEREAS, The 29th recipient of this auspicious award, John Vasser
served in the 3rd Infantry Division in the Korean War, as well as the
Army Reserve and the New York State National Guard; and
WHEREAS, A graduate of Lehman College, John Vasser worked at Montrose
VA Hospital until 2000; and
WHEREAS, Currently, John Vasser is a member of the Korean War Veterans
of Rockland County Eagle Chapter Honor Guard, assists with returning
veterans from Iraq and Afghanistan at Montrose VA, and organizes events
for both the Nyack Plaza senior citizens and the Orangetown senior citi-
zens; and
WHEREAS, The recipient of numerous awards, former U.S Army Sergeant
John Vasser received the Korean War Service medal with two bronze stars,
a Purple Heart, and the United Nationals Service Medal; and
WHEREAS, Residents of this great State must never forget the courage
with which John Vasser served his Country, and must recognize that no
greater debt is owed than that owed to those who gave their lives for
their beloved Nation and to those who continue to be missing in action;
and
WHEREAS, Having exhibited his patriotism both at home and abroad, John
Vasser demonstrated his love for his country and merits forevermore, the
highest respect of his State and Nation; and
WHEREAS, Our Nation's veterans deserve to be recognized, commended and
thanked by the people of the State of New York for their service and for
their dedication to their communities, their State and their Nation; and
WHEREAS, Those individuals, who have given so selflessly of their
skills and dedication, are worthy and due full recognition for their
esteemed contributions on behalf of their country and its ideals,
upholding the patriotic character and principled values of organizations
in service to their fellow man; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor former U.S. Army Sergeant John Vasser upon the occasion of his
designation as recipient of the 2010 Rockland County Buffalo Soldier
Award; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to former U.S. Army Sergeant John Vasser, Nyack, New York.