LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION mourning the death of Charles R. Glynn, 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, Charles R. "Chuck" Glynn of Binghamton, New York died on
Saturday, March 27, 2010, at the age of 85; and
WHEREAS, A graduate of Union-Endicott High School, Charles R. Glynn
served his country as a member of the United States Air Force during
World War II; and
WHEREAS, He was a graduate of Harvard University, where he played
football with fellow teammate, Bobby Kennedy, who was also his roommate;
the two young scholars remained close friends throughout the years;
Charles was honored to be a part of Bobby's wedding and served as an
honorary Pallbearer at his funeral; and
WHEREAS, Charles R. Glynn distinguished himself in his profession and
by his sincere dedication and substantial contribution to the welfare of
his community; and
WHEREAS, In 1972, Charles R. Glynn ran for County Executive; he served
as a City Chairman and County Treasurer; and
WHEREAS, Charles R. Glynn's commitment to excellence, and his spirit
of humanity, carried over into all fields of enterprise, including char-
itable and civic endeavors; and
WHEREAS, Predeceased by his beloved wife, Sharon McNamara Glynn; his
granddaughter, Kara Ann DiFulvio; former wife, Joan St. John Glynn; his
brothers, Bob and Harry; his mother, Marie; and his father, Clarence,
Charles R. Glynn is survived by his daughter, Shavaun and Billy Gilbert;
granddaughter, Maureen "Buster" Gilbert; daughter and son-in-law, Kathi
DiFulvio-Kaepplinger and John Kaepplinger; grandchildren, Christopher
DiFulvio and wife, Tricia, and her daughter, Rachel and first great-
grandchild, due in May, KaraLynn, Lynsay DiFulvio, Brandon DiFulvio and
Tessa Kaepplinger; special nieces, Michele (Paul) Kovach and Cheryl
(Scott) Faulkner and many other nieces and nephews; his very close
friends, "the men's club", Spero Pines and Joe Sanfillipo; his beloved
cat, DC "Damn Cat"; and a host of friends and acquaintances from all
over the country and state; and
WHEREAS, Armed with a humanistic spirit, imbued with a sense of
compassion, and comforted by a loving family, Charles R. Glynn 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 Charles R. Glynn, 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 Charles R. Glynn.