LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Theodore W. Sly upon the occasion of his
retirement after many years of distinguished service to Orange County

WHEREAS, This Legislative Body seeks to acknowledge those individuals
whose professional lives and civic endeavors serve to enhance the stat-
ure of the State of New York; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor
Theodore W. Sly upon the occasion of his retirement after many years of
distinguished service to Orange County; and
WHEREAS, A lifelong resident of Orange County, Theodore W. Sly gradu-
ated from Goshen High School, where he was elected Class President; he
went on to attend Alfred University, attaining both a bachelor's degree
and a master's degree; he also honorably served his country as a member
of the United States Armed Forces during the Korean War; and
WHEREAS, Imbued with a keen interest in history, Theodore W. Sly began
teaching Social Studies at the SS Seward Institute in Florida, New York;
After two years, he transferred to Minisink Valley High School, Slate
Hill, New York, where he remained for 30 years as a beloved Social
Studies Teacher until his retirement in 1986; and
WHEREAS, For the past 24 years, Theodore W. Sly rendered faithful,
conscientious and valuable service to the citizens of Orange County,
serving with loyalty, honor and distinction; and
WHEREAS, In his capacity as Town Historian, Theodore W. Sly visited
with fourth-grade classes throughout the county, teaching students about
their local history; in addition, he organized more than 180 monthly
symposiums at the 1841 Court House, and wrote a column on County trivia;
and
WHEREAS, In his official acts, Theodore W. Sly was governed by a keen
sense of duty and always showed a unique grasp of human problems; and
WHEREAS, During his tenure with Orange County, Theodore W. Sly earned
the admiration, esteem and affection of his colleagues; and
WHEREAS, Theodore W. Sly's commitment to excellence, and his spirit of
humanity, have carried over into all fields of enterprise, including
charitable and civic endeavors; and
WHEREAS, Even after his retirement, Theodore W. Sly continued teach-
ing, lecturing a course in New York State History at Mount Saint Mary's
College in Newburgh, New York; and
WHEREAS, Theodore W. Sly continues to be actively involved in numerous
community activities; each year; he participates in the July 22nd Battle
of Minisink program with the Daughters of the American Revolution, and
for more than fifteen years, he has been a youth-in-government partic-
ipant; and
WHEREAS, With him throughout has been his loving wife, Gerlinde, who
feels privileged to be a part of his life and rejoices in his achieve-
ments; 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 the maintenance of high standards in their
profession, certainly have earned the recognition and applause of all
the citizens of this great Empire State; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Theodore W. Sly upon the occasion of his retirement after 24 years
of distinguished service; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Theodore W. Sly, 173 Linden Avenue, Middletown, New York
10940.