LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION mourning the untimely death of Patrick J. Pala-
dino, distinguished citizen and devoted member of his community

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to pay proper tribute
to individuals of great character whose lives exemplify the highest
ideals of humanity; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, it is with great sorrow and deep regret that this
Legislative Body records the passing of Patrick J. Paladino on Monday,
March 30, 2009, at the age of 29, noting the significance of his
purposeful life and accomplishments; and
WHEREAS, The son of Mary Catherine Paladino and Ellicott Development
founder Carl Paladino, Patrick was a project manager in the family-run
company's hotel development division; and
WHEREAS, A 1997 graduate of Bishop Timon-St. Jude High School, Patrick
J. Paladino attended ITT Technical Institute and St. Bonaventure
University; and
WHEREAS, Patrick J. Paladino was a gifted athlete who excelled in both
hockey and baseball; he played baseball while attending Bishop Timon,
and hockey for St. Francis High School and Nichols School; and
WHEREAS, As an adult, Patrick J. Paladino continued to play recre-
ational baseball, most recently with the Swingers of Buffalo's Triple A
Muny League; and
WHEREAS, An extremely generous person who lived his life with his
whole heart, Patrick J. Paladino was a beautiful light in the lives of
all those with whom he came in contact; and
WHEREAS, Predeceased by his grandfather, Belesario Paladino, Patrick
J. Paladino is survived by his parents, Carl P. and Mary Catherine
Hannon Paladino; three siblings, William Paladino, Danielle (Luke)
Jacobs and Sarah G. Paladino; nieces and nephews, Carl William "Billy"
Paladino, Grace Catherine, Clare Ryan and Nolan Lawrence Jacobs; grand-
parents, Sara Paladino, and Daniel F. and Jeanne M. Hannon; and special
friend, Amy Tuczynski; as well as many aunts, uncles, cousins and good
friends; and
WHEREAS, Armed with a humanistic spirit, imbued with a sense of
compassion, and comforted by a loving family, his life was a portrait of
service, a legacy which will long endure the passage of time and will
remain as a comforting memory to all he befriended; now, therefore, be
it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
mourn the untimely death of Patrick J. Paladino, distinguished citizen
and devoted member of his community; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to the family of Patrick J. Paladino.