LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring George Delianites upon the occasion of
his designation for special recognition for his brave service to his
country

WHEREAS, 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 peace-
time, deserve a special salute from this Legislative Body; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor
George Delianites upon the occasion of his designation for special
recognition for his brave service to his country at the Annual Memorial
Day Breakfast and Award Ceremony on Thursday, May 26, 2011, at Bay Ridge
Manor in Brooklyn, New York; and
WHEREAS, A graduate of Brooklyn Technical High School, George Delian-
ites worked at a Defense Plant in Connecticut from where he was drafted
into the Army Air Force in April, 1943; and
WHEREAS, As a Staff Sergeant, George Delianites was stationed in New
Guinea, from where he flew most of his missions, before being stationed
in the Philippines; he was a tail gunner serving in the 13th Air Force,
75th Bomb Squadron, 42nd Bomb Group; and
WHEREAS, For his service and heroic actions during World War II,
George Delianites was awarded the Purple Heart, the Air Medal and the
Bronze Star; and
WHEREAS, After his service, George Delianites worked as a machinist at
American Machine and Foundry (AMF), there he worked on the Monorail for
the 1964 World's Fair, until they downsized and relocated out of the
city; subsequently, he began to work for the Board of Education as a
Machinist's Helper in Aviation High School in Long Island City, New
York, where he remained until his retirement at the age of 62; and
WHEREAS, With him throughout have been his wife, Ann Mattaliano, their
children, Deborah and Dean, and their spouses, as well as their grand-
children, Steven Delianites, and Elizabeth Delianites, all of whom feel
privileged to be a part of his life and rejoice in his achievements; and
WHEREAS, Residents of this great State must never forget the courage
with which these men and women served their country, and must recognize
that no greater debt is owed than that owed to those who risk their
lives for their beloved Nation; and
WHEREAS, Having exhibited his patriotism both at home and abroad,
George Delianites has demonstrated his love for his country and merits
forevermore, the highest respect of his State and Nation; and
WHEREAS, Our Nation's veterans deserve to be recognized, commended and
thanked by the people of the State of New York for their service and for
their dedication to their communities, their State and their Nation;
now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor George Delianites upon the occasion of his designation for special
recognition for his brave service to his country; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to George Delianites.