LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION congratulating Irma Lifschitz upon the occasion
of her designation for special recognition as Woman of the Year by the
Madison Jewish Center, Brooklyn, New York

WHEREAS, Individuals who give of their time and energies and serve the
best interests of their communities are an asset beyond remuneration and
cannot be sufficiently extolled; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to acknowledge
outstanding individuals whose professional lives, personal endeavors and
community service are an example and inspiration to their colleagues,
friends, and family; and
WHEREAS, Irma Lifschitz has given not only of her time and energies
but also of her competence, intelligence and leadership, and consequent-
ly has been designated for special recognition; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to congratu-
late Irma Lifschitz upon the occasion of her designation for special
recognition as Woman of the Year by the Madison Jewish Center; this
auspicious occasion will be celebrated on Sunday, June 14, 2009, at
Temple Sholom, 2075 East 68th Street, Brooklyn, New York; and
WHEREAS, Born in the Bronx, New York, on July 10, 1926, Irma Lifschitz
graduated from Samuel J. Tilden High School; and
WHEREAS, Married to Sol in 1947, Irma Lifschitz worked with her
husband in the family-owned Lenox Superette for many years prior to
becoming employed at the Bank of New York in 1966, where she was a
conscientious and loyal employee until her retirement in 1987; and
WHEREAS, Irma Lifschitz became the mother of identical twins, Adele
and Diana, in August 1948; she has four grandchildren, Joy, Jonathan,
Ilene, and Michael, as well as a grandson-in-law, Tommy, and a grand-
daughter-in-law, Lauren; she also has three beloved great-grandchildren,
Samantha, Dylan, and Matthew, as well as many cousins, nieces, nephews,
and other extended family members; and
WHEREAS, Joining Madison Jewish Center in 1976, Irma Lifschitz became
an active member of various committees and arms of the Temple, including
Sisterhood, Social Club, and the Journal Committee; in addition, she has
been a member of the Administrative Board of the Temple; and
WHEREAS, Incredible, resilient, magnificent and awesome, Irma Lifs-
chitz is still independent at age 82; she is a respected and treasured
member of the Madison Jewish Center, helping it to run smoothly with her
ideas and excellent work ethic; and
WHEREAS, An inspiration to many of their fellow citizens who are
grateful for all she has given, the Madison Jewish Center is honoring
Irma Lifschitz as Woman of the Year for her many years of service to the
Center and to the community; and
WHEREAS, Rare indeed is the impressive dedication shown by individuals
for the benefit of others which Irma Lifschitz has displayed throughout
her life; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
congratulate Irma Lifschitz upon the occasion of her designation for
special recognition as Woman of the Year by the Madison Jewish Center,
Brooklyn, New York; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Irma Lifschitz.