2011-J3837

Mourning the death of Thomas C. Rommel, distinguished citizen and devoted member of his community

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2011-J3837


LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION mourning the death of Thomas C. Rommel, 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, Thomas C. Rommel of Swormville, New York, died on Wednesday,
March 14, 2012 at the age of 95; and
WHEREAS, Born and raised in Baltimore, Thomas C. Rommel spent many
happy years on Marley Creek and Furnace Branch; and
WHEREAS, Thomas C. Rommel retired from Railway Express Agency, was
Past President and Chief of Swormville Fire Company and St. Mary's Holy
Name Society; and
WHEREAS, Thomas C. Rommel was an avid golfer, loved wintering in
Florida, swimming, and catching Maryland crabs; and
WHEREAS, An enormously devoted father and friend, Thomas C. Rommel was
blessed with 73 years of marriage with the love of his life, Audrey; and
WHEREAS, Thomas C. Rommel distinguished himself in his profession and
by his sincere dedication and substantial contribution to the welfare of
his community; and
WHEREAS, Thomas C. Rommel's commitment to excellence, and his spirit
of humanity, carried over into all fields of enterprise, including char-
itable and civic endeavors; and
WHEREAS, In addition to his wife, Audrey, Thomas C. Rommel is survived
by his children, Dianne (John) Veneski, Judy (Jack) Clare, Ellen (Mike)
VanPatten, Tom Jr. (Joann), Tim (Rand) Rommel and Mary (Al) Schultz; 18
grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren; and
WHEREAS, Armed with a humanistic spirit and imbued with a sense of
compassion, Thomas C. Rommel 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 Thomas C. Rommel, 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 Thomas C. Rommel.

actions

  • 27 / Mar / 2012
    • REFERRED TO FINANCE
  • 30 / Mar / 2012
    • REPORTED TO CALENDAR FOR CONSIDERATION
  • 30 / Mar / 2012
    • ADOPTED

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