LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION paying tribute to the life and accomplishments of
Betty Mallory, distinguished citizen and devoted member of her 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, Betty Mallory of Queens, New York, died on December 11, 2011
at the age of 73; and
WHEREAS, Born on August 5th, 1938, Betty Mallory was the youngest
daughter of the late Houston and Lillie Johnson; she was born in Clay
County, Alabama, where she spent her childhood, and attended school at
Sylacauga High School; and
WHEREAS, Betty Mallory moved from Alabama, with her family, to Balti-
more, Maryland then on to Queens, New York; and
WHEREAS, Betty Mallory distinguished herself in her profession and by
her sincere dedication and substantial contribution to the welfare of
her community; and
WHEREAS, Betty Mallory worked throughout the years at the Queens Board
of Elections as a Coordinator and Assistant Trainer; she retired from
the Office of Court Administration in 1995, as a Data Entry Clerk; and
WHEREAS, While an active employee, Betty Mallory served as a Grievance
Representative for CSEA local 1000-AFSCME, AFL-CIO; she maintained
friendships with most all of her co-workers, both active and retired;
and
WHEREAS, A valued and involved member of her community, Betty
Mallory's commitment to excellence, and her spirit of humanity, carried
over into all fields of enterprise, including charitable and civic
endeavors; and
WHEREAS, As soon as Betty Mallory arrived in New York, she became
active in the South East Queens community and politics, beginning with
The Poor Peoples Campaign; she also traveled to Washington DC to partic-
ipate in the March on Washington; and
WHEREAS, Betty Mallory was a volunteer at a local community hospital;
she often mentored children from the local children's shelter, offering
them a safe haven on the weekends; and
WHEREAS, Dubbed the unofficial mayor of Jamaica, Queens, Betty Mallory
helped foster and encourage the careers of many into the world of poli-
tics; and
WHEREAS, Betty Mallory was a member of the Springfield Gardens Taxpay-
ers and Citizens Association and a Board member of the 113th Precinct
Community Council; and
WHEREAS, Betty Mallory served as a PTA member, while her children,
grandchildren and great-grandchildren attended school; Betty made time
for fun as well, becoming a member of the Stereolettes Social Club; she
also found time to enjoy her senior peers and play bid whist at P.A.L.,
Robert S. Couche Senior Center, Allen A.M.E. Senior Center, Rockaway
Center and the Detective Keith Williams Center and listen to her blues
music; and
WHEREAS, Predeceased by her husband, John Mallory, and daughter,
Martha Lauderdale, Betty Mallory is survived by her daughters, Clarice
Levant and Monique Lauderdale; brothers, William and James; granddaugh-
ters, Daniele and Kimberly; grandsons, Shaun, Justin, Jason, Jared, and
Jonathan; and great-grandchildren, Jameson, Tarrin, Chloe, Nevaeh,
Barrington, Aaron and Nevon; and
WHEREAS, Armed with a humanistic spirit and imbued with a sense of
compassion, Betty Mallory leaves behind a legacy which will long endure

the passage of time and will remain as a comforting memory to all she
served and befriended; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to pay
tribute to the life and accomplishments of Betty Mallory, distinguished
citizen and devoted member of her community; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to the family of Betty Mallory.