LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commending James DeMarzio for his valiant service
in World War II

WHEREAS, Veterans bring a wealth of experience and knowledge to the
increasingly active roles they play in today's society; their contrib-
utions are a vital and valuable asset to the fabric of community life
and activity; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to acknowledge the
significant contributions made by those such as James DeMarzio, whose
distinguished lives have had a profound effect on the esteemed residents
of this noble Empire State; and
WHEREAS, Over the years, James DeMarzio's sincere dedication and
substantial contribution to the welfare of his community, has been prov-
en by his honorable and selfless service during World War II; and
WHEREAS, A resident of Cayuga, New York, James DeMarzio was born in
Italy on November 7, 1912; at the age of eight, he migrated to the
United States in 1920; he attended the Seymour, North Division and James
Schools all located in Auburn, New York; and
WHEREAS, Becoming a United States citizen on September 25, 1939, James
DeMarzio joined the United States Army's 78th Infantry Division during
World War II; he served from 1943-1945 and his first battle was at the
Remagen Bridge in Germany; and
WHEREAS, James DeMarzio was a Mess Sergeant and also spent one year in
Berlin; he currently belongs to the American Legion of Union Springs and
VFW Post No. 947 in Clyde, New York; and
WHEREAS, After his service in World War II, James DeMarzio worked and
later retired from Auburn Plastics as a millwright; his hobbies consist
of cooking and baking, and he is best known for catering and hosting
annual family reunions at the camp in Cayuga; and
WHEREAS, Members of the Armed Services from the State of New York such
as James DeMarzio, who have served faithfully and courageously in wars
in which our Nation's freedom was at stake, as well as during the pres-
ervation of peace during peacetime, deserve a special salute from this
Legislative Body; and
WHEREAS, James DeMarzio is an exceptional and dedicated veteran, whose
zest for life, has inspired and enhanced the lives of his fellow
soldiers, family, friends and the community at large; and
WHEREAS, James DeMarzio has enriched the lives of those around him
through his joyous and sincere love for others, and through the quies-
cent charm and wisdom, which only comes from a fullness of years; and
WHEREAS, Predeceased by his wife Carmella, and his grandson, Donny,
James DeMarzio has three children, Nick, James and Robert, 11 grandchil-
dren, Wendy, Vince, Rhonda, Debby, Andrew, Robert, Timmy, Maritsia, Lea,
Joey and Vince, four great-grandchildren, Tara, Amber, Ricky, and Randy,
as well as 13 great-great grandchildren, Samantha, Amanda, Ryan, Madi-
son, Dominick, Samantha, Kara, Skylar, Haili, Iggy, Ian, Jack and
Carmine, all of whom feel privileged to be a part of his life and
rejoice in his achievements; and
WHEREAS, It is the intent of this Legislative Body to recognize James
DeMarzio, who has witnessed so much; and has contributed so much to the
growth and excellence of this great Empire State and the United States
of America; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commend James DeMarzio for his valiant service in World War II; and be
it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to James DeMarzio.