LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION celebrating the life and accomplishments of Frank
J. Addario, distinguished 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, Former 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 peacetime, deserve a special salute from this Legislative Body; and
WHEREAS, Having exhibited their patriotism both at home and abroad,
these men and women demonstrated their love for their country and merit
forevermore, the highest respect of their State and Nation; and
WHEREAS, The late Frank J. Addario was honored on Monday, March 5,
2012, at the Albany County "Honor a Veteran Ceremony" held at American
Legion's Zaloga Post, 4 Everett Road, Albany, New York; and
WHEREAS, Frank J. Addario of Albany, New York, died on December 9,
2011; born on April 20, 1923, in Albany, New York, he served as a Tec. 3
in the United States Army Air Corps, Army National Guard and U.S. Coast
Guard from 1943 to 1955; and
WHEREAS, During his active duty military service, Frank J. Addario
served in Germany during the European Campaign during World War II; he
received the American Service Medal, Good Conduct Medal and European
African Middle Eastern Service Medal; and
WHEREAS, After the war, Frank J. Addario worked for the Federal rail-
road and then as a Supervisor for the United States Postal Service; he
also owned and operated a barbershop; and
WHEREAS, Active in his community, Frank J. Addario was a member of the
Colonie Elks Lodge 2192 and American Legion Zaloga Post 1520; and
WHEREAS, Frank J. Addario is survived by four sons, David Addario,
Frank (Jackie) Addario, Joe (Maria) Addario, and Tony Addario; daughter,
Linda Addario; and two brothers, Auggie (Marie) and John (Leona) Addar-
io; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
celebrate the life and accomplishments of Frank J. Addario, distin-
guished 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 Frank J. Addario.