LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION mourning the death of Frieda Saddlemire, distin-
guished citizen and devoted member of her 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, Frieda Saddlemire of the Town of Knox, New York, died on
Tuesday, March 30, 2010, at the age of 94; she was born in 1915 to
Andrew and Julia Schultz in Brooklyn, New York, and raised in the Gall-
upville area; and
WHEREAS, A graduate of Oneonta State Teachers College where she earned
a Bachelor of Science degree in Education, Frieda Saddlemire went on to
receive two Masters degrees, one in Reading from Oneonta State and
another in Library Science from SUNY Albany; and
WHEREAS, Frieda Saddlemire distinguished herself in her profession and
by her sincere dedication and substantial contribution to the welfare of
her community; and
WHEREAS, This exceptional woman was a distinguished and beloved
kindergarten teacher at the Berne Knox Central Schools for over 35
years; she began teaching in a one-room schoolhouse in the Rotterdam
area; she was recognized on a national level, winning the Leaders of
Elementary Education award; and
WHEREAS, Frieda Saddlemire's commitment to excellence, and her spirit
of humanity, carried over into all fields of enterprise, including char-
itable and civic endeavors; and
WHEREAS, She was an avid reader and the Town of Berne librarian for
over 26 years; she also served as the Town of Knox historian for more
than 38 years; as a lover of history, Frieda Saddlemire thoroughly
enjoyed researching genealogy and helping people to discover their
heritage; and
WHEREAS, In addition, she served as a Cub Scout leader for many years
and was ultimately awarded the organization's highest honor, the Silver
Fawn; and
WHEREAS, Frieda Saddlemire was a fervent lover of nature and spent
hundreds of hours in her garden and shared her enthusiasm with all who
knew her; and
WHEREAS, She also donated countless hours to the Helderberg Workshop
where she served as a teacher and chairwoman for Discoverland; she was a
cherished board member who was loved and respected by all who worked
with her; and
WHEREAS, In her retirement years, Frieda Saddlemire traveled around
the world; she was known for her generosity which was demonstrated by
her gracious donation of land for the Helderberg Ambulance Squad in the
Town of Knox; and
WHEREAS, Predeceased by her husband, Austin Saddlemire; four brothers,
Fredrick, Rudolph, Otto and George; and two sisters, Natalie and Martha;
Frieda Saddlemire is survived by five sons, Austin (Laura), Andrew
(Georgene), Alan (Jeanette), Alec (Eileen) and Colonel Alden (Kathe);
Dr. Gary Kolanchick, whom she loved as her sixth son; 10 grandchildren,
Sarah, Rachel, Austin, Adrianne, Jennifer, Katherine, James, Anna,
Jennifer, and Christopher; and five great-grandchildren; and
WHEREAS, Armed with a humanistic spirit, imbued with a sense of
compassion, and comforted by a loving family, Frieda Saddlemire leaves
behind a legacy which will long endure the passage of time and will
remain as a comforting memory to all she served and befriended; now,
therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
mourn the death of Frieda Saddlemire, distinguished citizen and devoted
member of her community; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to the family of Frieda Saddlemire.