LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION mourning the death of Vincent McDuffie, 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, Vincent McDuffie of Buffalo, New York, died on Friday, April
30, 2010, at the age of 61; and
WHEREAS, Born on January 17, 1949, to Roosevelt and Adele McDuffie,
Vincent attended Public Schools No. 6 and No. 87, now known as the
Buffalo Visual and Performing Arts Academy; and
WHEREAS, Vincent McDuffie also attended Seneca Vocational High School,
where he served as Class President; in 1967, he graduated with honors
and became the school's first African-American Valedictorian; he later
attended Buffalo State College where he majored in Arts; and
WHEREAS, Vincent McDuffie distinguished himself in his profession and
by his sincere dedication and substantial contribution to the welfare of
his community; and
WHEREAS, Vincent McDuffie has an extensive employment history, includ-
ing a stint at Joy Manufacturing and Kaufman's Bakery, where he was well
regarded for his even temper and attention to detail; and
WHEREAS, Vincent McDuffie's commitment to excellence, and his spirit
of humanity, carried over into all fields of enterprise, including char-
itable and civic endeavors; and
WHEREAS, An avid lover of music and the arts, his friends and family
alike truly appreciated his many talents, including his phenomenal sing-
ing ability and writing skills; he was also a skilled craftsman and
earned a second degree black belt in Karate; and
WHEREAS, Vincent McDuffie is survived by six children, Vincent Jr.,
Anthony, Charlotte, Jamar, Rashied, and Derrick; 30 grandchildren; and
several great-grandchildren; and
WHEREAS, Armed with a humanistic spirit, imbued with a sense of
compassion, and comforted by a loving family, Vincent McDuffie leaves
behind a legacy which will long endure the passage of time and will
remain as a comforting memory to all he served and befriended; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
mourn the death of Vincent McDuffie, 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 Vincent McDuffie.