LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION congratulating Frances Keopka Holmes upon the
occasion of celebrating her 105th Birthday

WHEREAS, It is the intent of this Legislative Body to honor and cele-
brate the proud and distinguished individuals who are residents of this
great Empire State; and
WHEREAS, Frances Keopka Holmes, born on July 25, 1905, will celebrate
her 105th birthday on July 25, 2010; she was born in Volutia, New York;
and
WHEREAS, Senior citizens bring a wealth of experience and knowledge to
the increasingly active roles they play in today's society; their past
contributions and future participation are a vital part of, and valuable
asset to, the fabric of community life and activity; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to congratu-
late Frances Keopka Holmes upon the occasion of celebrating her 105th
Birthday on July 25, 2010; and
WHEREAS, In her childhood, Frances Keopka Holmes was educated at a
school in Sherman, New York; and
WHEREAS, This devoted family woman married Albert Holmes on June 16,
1927; together, they raised one child, a daughter named Betty, who
continues to be actively involved in her mother's life; and
WHEREAS, A professional educator, Frances Keopka Holmes taught school
in a one-room schoolhouse in Dewittville, New York; her career lasted
for 37 years; she retired from Mayville Central School; and
WHEREAS, This venerated woman has witnessed the presidencies of 20
different Americans; she also has lived through five wars, the Great
Depression and the Industrial and Technological Revolutions; and
WHEREAS, Frances Keopka Holmes enjoys writing, card games and social-
izing with her many friends and family members; moreover, she is an
excellent storyteller; and
WHEREAS, It is the intent of this Legislative Body to publicly recog-
nize those who have reached such a remarkable age and who have witnessed
and celebrated the innovations, cultural developments and incredible
achievements of this country during the last century; now, therefore, be
it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
congratulate Frances Keopka Holmes on the occasion of celebrating her
105th birthday; and be it further
RESOLVED That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be trans-
mitted to Frances Keopka Holmes.