LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION congratulating Mr. and Mrs. Michael Shinas upon
the occasion of celebrating their 50th Wedding Anniversary

WHEREAS, Michael Shinas and Penelope "Penny" Paralis were united in
marriage on June 11, 1961, in Thessaloniki, Greece; and
WHEREAS, The couple will celebrate their Golden Anniversary with a
party held in their honor with many family members and friends in
attendance on Sunday, June 19, 2011, at The inn Town, formerly known as
The Chariot, a family restaurant and banquet hall that was owned and
operated by Michael and Penny Shinas until their retirement; and
WHEREAS, They are the proud parents of three children, Athanasios
Michael Shinas, Andrew Michael Shinas, and Katina Anna Maria Shinas
Markowski, and the loving grandparents of eight grandchildren; and
WHEREAS, Mr. and Mrs. Michael Shinas are and always have been a tower
of strength, support, understanding and limitless love for their family;
and
WHEREAS, Their love, devotion, caring, sensitivity and responsiveness
to their family, friends and all who know them are their hallmark and
tradition; and
WHEREAS, The dedication, patience, wisdom, and understanding they
demonstrate on a daily basis has provided a strong foundation for both
family and friends; this devoted couple has shared the challenges and
triumphs of five decades together; their commitment and unyielding
strength is a source of inspiration; and
WHEREAS, This meaningful occasion is the result of the love, hard work
and spirit this couple has invested in their marriage; and
WHEREAS, These same values they have passed to their loved ones,
producing a family that is close-knit and supportive of its individual
members, public-minded in its relations to the community and committed
to the ideals of citizenship upon which this Nation was founded; and
WHEREAS, Mr. and Mrs. Michael Shinas have touched the lives of their
family and many friends through the shining example of their marriage,
which is a testament to the devotion and admiration which they possess
for one another; and
WHEREAS, The longevity of this enduring marriage truly marks a mile-
stone in life's journey, an event of personal triumph and joy; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that when an occa-
sion of such importance is brought to our attention, the same should be
memorialized by us for the edification and emulation of others; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
congratulate Mr. and Mrs. Michael Shinas upon the occasion of their 50th
Wedding Anniversary, and to wish them continued success and happiness;
and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Mr. and Mrs. Michael Shinas.