LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION celebrating the life and accomplishments of
Charles Mongin, Sr., distinguished citizen and devoted member of his
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, Former members of the Armed Services from the State of New
York, who have served so valiantly and honorably in wars in which this
country's freedom was at stake, as well as in the preservation of peace
in peacetime, deserve a special salute from this Legislative Body; and
WHEREAS, Having exhibited their patriotism both at home and abroad,
these men and women demonstrated their love for their country and merit
forevermore, the highest respect of their State and Nation; and
WHEREAS, The late Charles Mongin, Sr. will be honored on Monday, April
4, 2011, at the Albany County "Honor a Veteran Ceremony," to be held in
Albany, New York; and
WHEREAS, Charles Mongin, Sr. of Schenectady, New York, died on May 15,
2010; born on August 18, 1927, in Johnstown, New York, he served in the
United States Marine Corps from July 15, 1946, through May 2, 1947, and
from May 14, 1948, through January 18, 1951; and
WHEREAS, During his active duty military service in both World War II
and the Korean conflict, Charles Mongin, Sr. served as a Private First
Class and aviation ordinance man and aircraft armorer in the 1st and 2nd
Marine Air Wings; and
WHEREAS, After the war, Charles Mongin, Sr. was employed by the Gener-
al Electric Company;. and
WHEREAS, In addition, Charles Mongin, Sr. was past Commander of: Fort
Orange Post American Legion, Albany County American Legion and Chapter
88 Disabled American Veterans; and
WHEREAS, Active in his community, Charles Mongin, Sr. was a member of
the Elfun Society, past Vice President of the New York State BPO Elks,
Advocate for Veterans and active in community affairs and charity work;
and
WHEREAS, Charles Mongin, Sr. is survived by his wife, Therese, and by
his son, Charles Mongin, Jr.; and by his daughter and son-in-law, Sue
and Joe Lazzari; daughter and nephew, Kathy and Santino Salamone; and
nephew, Ken Sesock; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
celebrate the life and accomplishments of Charles Mongin, Sr., distin-
guished 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 Charles Mongin, Sr.