LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION congratulating Frederick E. Smith upon the occa-
sion 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, Frederick E. Smith was born on December 30, 1911, in Albany,
New York to Susan and Edgar Smith; and
WHEREAS, A graduate of Albany City Schools, Frederick E. Smith honor-
ably served his country as a member of the United States Cavalry,
stationed at Fort Drum in Watertown, New York; and
WHEREAS, Frederick E. Smith worked as a truck driver for Albany Frost-
ed Foods in the 1940s, then became a salesman for the company; he
continued to work well into his 80s; and
WHEREAS, A musician for over 60 years, Frederick E. Smith served as
Treasurer for Albany Musicians' Union Local 14; and
WHEREAS, In addition, Frederick E. Smith is a two-time Past Master of
Guttenburg Masonic Lodge, a membership he held for 55 years; and
WHEREAS, Married to the late Phyllis Lettier for 56 years, today,
Frederick E. Smith is the proud father of Deadra D. Morrisey, and loving
grandparent of two granddaughters, Amelia M. Kehn and Beth Ann Maselli,
as well as three great-grandchildren, Alyssa Ashley Kehn, Donato Paul
Maselli, and Kelsey Dale Kehn; and
WHEREAS, A current resident of Utica, New York, Frederick E. Smith
enjoys bowling, golf, cards, crossword puzzles, watching football, base-
ball, golf and wrestling; 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 his 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 Frederick E. Smith upon the occasion of his 100th Birthday;
and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Frederick E. Smith.