LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Richard M. Pedro for 25 years of dedi-
cated service as Adjutant of the New York American Legion

WHEREAS, It is the sense 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 would devote themselves to the welfare of the community and its
citizenry; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor
Richard M. Pedro for 25 years of dedicated service as Adjutant of the
New York American Legion; and
WHEREAS, From May 24, 1944, until October 30, 1947, Richard Pedro
served in the United States Navy during World War II which included 22
months of sea duty aboard the USS Weiss; and
WHEREAS, Upon his honorable discharge, Richard Pedro joined the Ameri-
can Legion and Tioga Post #401 in Owego, Tioga County, and has been an
active member for 61 continuous years and was honored with an Honorary
Life Membership in 1964; and
WHEREAS, Throughout his life, Richard Pedro has remained true to the
goals and ideals of the Preamble to The American Legion Constitution by
his service to God and his country; in addition, he has been genuinely
devoted to his community as Communicant and Lay-lector of St. Patrick's
Church, Owego; member, Tioga County Historical Society; life member,
Veterans of Foreign Wars; life member, Elks Lodge #1039; President,
Tioga County Christmas League, and member and Past Board President of
the New York State Veterans' Home, Oxford; and
WHEREAS, During his long, active and tireless association with The
American Legion, Richard Pedro has been sought out on both the state and
national levels for his wise council, advice, and wisdom by many past,
current and future leaders of this fine organization; and
WHEREAS, Upon his retirement from IBM after 33 years of service, Rich-
ard Pedro was appointed Adjutant of the New York American Legion on July
3, 1984, and has continuously been reappointed to that position because
of his integrity, leadership, administrative ability, professionalism,
and his true concern for all veterans; and
WHEREAS, Richard Pedro's distinguished record merits the recognition
and respectful tribute of this Legislative Body; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Richard M. Pedro for 25 years of dedicated service as Adjutant of
the New York American Legion; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Richard M. Pedro.