LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION congratulating Frank Sergi upon the occasion of
celebrating his 100th Birthday

WHEREAS, Senior citizens bring a wealth of experience and knowledge to
the increasingly active roles they play in today's society; their past
contributions and future participation are a vital part of, and valuable
asset to, the fabric of community life and activity; and
WHEREAS, Frank Sergi was born on June 12, 1911; in honor of his 100th
Birthday, the Parkway Senior Center will be hosting it's Father's Day
Luncheon and 100th Birthday Celebration on Thursday, June 16, 2011; and
WHEREAS, Born in Pittsburg, Pennsylvania, Frank Sergi moved to Italy
with his family when he was a small child; at the age of 15, he returned
to the United States to live with his uncle's family and made his new
home in Utica, New York; and
WHEREAS, Frank Sergi attended Mitchel Design School in New York City
and attended Woodbury College for Custom Design in the Furrier Trade;
and
WHEREAS, He moved back to Utica, where he owned and operated his own
business, Sergi Furrier; and
WHEREAS, Frank Sergi was married to the late Harriet Sergi for over 75
years; the loving union produced two sons, and two grandchildren; and
WHEREAS, This exceptional centenarian, with his zest for life, has
inspired and enhanced the lives of his family and friends; and
WHEREAS, This distinguished man has experienced the incredible joys
and sorrows characteristic of and reserved for those with the stamina
and courage to savor a full life; and
WHEREAS, This beloved man has enriched the lives of those around him
through Ins joyous and sincere love for others and through the quiescent
charm and wisdom which comes only from a fullness of years; and
WHEREAS, It is the intent of this Legislative Body to publicly recog-
nize those who have reached such a remarkable age and who have witnessed
and celebrated the innovations, cultural developments and awesome
achievements of this country during the last century, while themselves
contributing to the growth and excellence of this great Empire State;
now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
congratulate Frank Sergi upon the occasion of his 100th Birthday; and be
it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Frank Sergi.