LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Marcia Gingold upon the occasion of her
designation as a 50 year member of the Abigail No. 3 Chapter of the
United Order True Sisters, Inc.

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
Marcia Gingold upon the occasion of her designation as a 50 year member
of the Abigal No. 3 Chapter of the United Order True Sisters on Wednes-
day, April 27, 2011; and
WHEREAS, The United Order True Sisters, Inc. (UOTS, Inc.) is a histor-
ic and distinguished organization, the oldest women's philanthropic
organization in the country; founded in 1846 as a secret society, prior
to electricity, women's suffrage, the abolition and the Civil War; these
brave women undertook the founding of an organization based on the prin-
ciples of love and faith forging forward into a man's world; and
WHEREAS, In 1947, UOTS, Inc. dedicated its mission to helping those
patients afflicted with cancer; it provides emotional and financial
support to cancer patients and their families; and
WHEREAS, Marcia Gingold served as Secretary of the National UOTS in
Albany, New York; she also served as Assistant to the National Secretary
at its Convention in Ohio; and
WHEREAS, Throughout the years, Marcia Gingold assisted with UOTS Char-
ity Balls as well as other projects, and has always been extremely
supportive of local events and fund raisers; and
WHEREAS, With her throughout have been her children, Eric (Zoie)
Gingold, and Amy Gingold Horwitz, as well as her grandchildren, Eli
Horwitz, Joey Gingold, Adam Gingold, and Melissa Gingold, all of whom
feel privileged to be a part of her life and rejoice in her achieve-
ments; she was married to the late Marvin Gingold; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that those who
enhance the quality of life in their community and have shown a long and
sustained commitment to excellence certainly have earned recognition and
applause; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Marcia Gingold upon the occasion of her designation as a 50 year
member of the Abigail No. 3 Chapter of the United Order True Sisters,
Inc.; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Marcia Gingold.