LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION mourning the death of Gerard F. Strommer, distin-
guished citizen and devoted member of his community

WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to pay tribute to
citizens of the State of New York whose lifework and civic endeavor
served to enhance the quality of life in their communities and the great
State of New York; and
WHEREAS, Gerard F. Strommer of Campbell Hall, New York, died on Satur-
day, December 17, 2011, at the age of 79; and
WHEREAS, Son of Charles Edward and Alice Marie Strommer, Gerard F.
Strommer was born on October 1, 1932, in New York City; and
WHEREAS, Raised a devout Catholic, Gerard F. Strommer was taught by
the Ursuline nuns for 12 years and the Society of Jesus (Jesuits) for
three years; and
WHEREAS, Gerard F. Strommer honorably served his country as a member
of the United States Navy; and
WHEREAS, Gerard F. Strommer joined the New York State Police Academy
in February of 1956; he served the New York State Police as a Senior
Investigator for 23 years before his retirement in 1979; and
WHEREAS, Gerard F. Strommer distinguished himself in his profession
and by his sincere dedication and substantial contribution to the
welfare of his community; and
WHEREAS, During his career with the New York State Troopers, Gerard F.
Strommer was an officer with the Police Benevolent Association repres-
enting Troop F, and upon retirement he became Troop F Historian; and
WHEREAS, After retirement, Gerard F. Strommer devoted another 20 years
of distinguished service as a security manager for Orange and Rockland
Utilities; and
WHEREAS, Gerard F. Strommer's commitment to excellence, and his spirit
of humanity, carried over into all fields of enterprise, including char-
itable and civic endeavors; and
WHEREAS, For many years, Gerard F. Strommer served the Town of Bloom-
ing Grove as deputy supervisor; he was also an honorary member of the
South Blooming Grove Independence Fire Company; and
WHEREAS, Gerard F. Strommer was a charter member and President of the
Washingtonville Touchdown Club where he was instrumental in procuring
funds for the press box; he was also manager of the Aquarius baseball
team and served as President of the Washingtonville Little League; and
WHEREAS, A parishioner of St. Mary's Church in Washingtonville, Gerard
F. Strommer was a 4th Degree Knight and member of the Knights of Colum-
bus Council 266 in the Bronx; and
WHEREAS, Predeceased by his son Danny, grandson Brian, and brother
Ronald, Gerard F. Strommer is survived by his loving wife of 51 years,
Ann, their three sons, Gerard F. (Jody), Kevin Michael (Maryanne), Brian
Thomas (Sharon), and eight grandchildren, Brandy, Brian, Caitlin,
Daniel, Owen, Keira, Davan, and Sebastian, as well as his brother Robert
Charles (Lucille), and his sisters Mary Ellen McEnerney (Patrick), and
Carol Ann Mucci and her fiance David Bellantonio; and
WHEREAS, Armed with a humanistic spirit and imbued with a sense of
compassion, Gerard F. Strommer leaves behind a legacy which will long
endure the passage of time and will remain as a comforting memory to all
he served and befriended; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
mourn the death of Gerard F. Strommer, distinguished citizen and devoted
member of his community; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to the family of Gerard F. Strommer.