LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commending Nicola Marinelli upon the occasion of
her designation for special recognition by the Associazione Culturale
Pugliese Figli Maria S.S. Addolorata on June 6, 2010

WHEREAS, It is the custom 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 individ-
uals who devote themselves to the welfare of the community and its citi-
zenry; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commend
Nicola Marinelli upon the occasion of his designation for special recog-
nition by the Associazione Culturale Pugliese Figli Maria S.S. Addolora-
ta at its Annual Gala to be held on Sunday, June 6, 2010, at Russo's on
the Bay, Howard Beach, New York; and
WHEREAS, A man of singular distinction, Nicola Marinelli has contin-
ually demonstrated extreme competence, extraordinary intelligence, and
diligent leadership in his unwavering service to his community and
profession and consequently has been selected for this most prestigious
honor; and
WHEREAS, Nicola Marinelli was born on January 10, 1941, to Giuseppe
and Filomena Marinelli in the town of Mola di Bari, Italy; he grew up as
the third of seven children in a modest home working alongside his fami-
ly on farmland; and
WHEREAS, When he was 18 years old, Nicola Marinelli served in the
Italian Navy for 28 months, leaving Mola for the first time; he traveled
throughout various towns and ports in Italy, and although life was rough
out at sea, he appreciated the discipline and challenges of working at
extreme heights in harsh weather; and
WHEREAS, At the age of 24, Nicola Marinelli and his siblings ventured
to America for an opportunity of a better life; he lived with his family
in Carroll Gardens, Brooklyn, and worked many odds jobs to survive until
he found his calling as a longshoreman at the Brooklyn Piers; and
WHEREAS, Nicola Marinelli's tenacity and skills at work earned him the
name of "Bam Bam" because he enjoyed working hard to get the job done
early; he proudly retired after 33 years of distinguished service at the
Brooklyn Piers; and
WHEREAS, Although he is retired, Nicola Marinelli has been called upon
to contribute his time and talents to countless civic and charitable
endeavors and has always given of himself unstintingly; and
WHEREAS, Throughout the entire period of his community service, a
period of constructive involvement, Nicola Marinelli has stood constant
in dignity, good grace and humor; and
WHEREAS, With him throughout have been his wife, Petronilla, and their
three sons, Giuseppe, Vito and Domenico, all of whom feel privileged to
be a part of his life and rejoice in his achievements; and
WHEREAS, Rare indeed is the impressive dedication shown by an individ-
ual for the benefit of others which Nicola Marinelli has displayed
throughout his life; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that those who
enhance the well-being and vitality of their community and have shown a
long and sustained commitment to excellence certainly have earned the
recognition and applause of all the citizens of this great Empire State;
now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commend Nicola Marinelli upon the occasion of his designation for

special recognition by the Associazione Culturale Pugliese Figli Maria
S.S. Addolorata on June 6, 2010 ; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Nicola Marinelli.