LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION mourning the death of William M. Gagan, distin-
guished citizen and devoted member of his community

WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to pay tribute to
citizens of the State of New York whose lifework and civic endeavor
served to enhance the quality of life in their communities and the great
State of New York; and
WHEREAS, William Gagan of Pine Bush, New York, died on Saturday, Janu-
ary 31, 2009, at the age of 65; and
WHEREAS, William Gagan distinguished himself in his profession and by
his sincere dedication and substantial contribution to the welfare of
his community; and
WHEREAS, William Gagan's commitment to excellence, and his spirit of
humanity, carried over into all fields of enterprise, including charita-
ble and civic endeavors; and
WHEREAS, Born in New York City, William Gagan was a retired Funeral
Director with the William M. Gagan Funeral Home, Inc.; he was a member
of the Church of the Infant Saviour and acted recently as Trustee of the
Church; in addition, he was a past President of the Parish Council and
also a member of the Nocturnal Adoration Society of the Church as well
as a member of the Pine Bush Lions Club and also past president of the
organization; and
WHEREAS, A former trustee of the Town of Crawford Free Library and
former member and secretary of the Board of Trustees of the New Prospect
Cemetery Association, William Gagan was a longtime member of the Knights
of Columbus, Middletown Council #5329, 4th Degree and former treasurer,
secretary and color guard for the organization; he was a former member
of the Board of Directors of the Middletown and Pine Bush Community
Health Centers and was the recipient of the 2007 Pine Bush High School
Principals Award; and
WHEREAS, William Gagan is survived by his wife, Toni, their children,
Colleen, Sean, and Michael, their grandson, Chase; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
mourn the death of William M. Gagan, distinguished citizen and devoted
member of his community; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to the family of William M. Gagan.