LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring distinguished veteran Paul A. Feddern on
Memorial Day 2012

WHEREAS, 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 peace-
time, deserve a special salute from this Legislative Body and the people
of the State of New York; and
WHEREAS, Residents of this great State must never forget the courage
with which these men and women have served their country; and
WHEREAS, On Memorial Day this Legislative Body is particularly proud
to commend those who have served our country in times of active
conflict, as well as those who have served in times of peace; and
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to honor distinguished
veteran Paul A. Feddern on May 28, 2012, Memorial Day; and
WHEREAS, Paul Feddern served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War
from April 1967 until his discharge in December 1968; he served with
honor and distinction as a member of the 101st Airborne earning numerous
awards and medals including the Bronze Star, Good Conduct Medal,
National Defense Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Vietnam Cross of Gallan-
try, Combat Infantry Badge, and the Parachute (Master Jumper) badge; and
WHEREAS, Paul Feddern was a valued member of the NYPD from October
1969 until October 1989, retiring as a Detective 3rd Grade; and
WHEREAS, A resident of Forest Hills, New York, Paul Feddern and his
wife Terry have been married for 40 years; they are the proud parents of
three children and have four grandchildren, all of whom are proud to be
part of his life and rejoice in his many accomplishments; and
WHEREAS, Paul Feddern is a Life Member and the Vice President of Viet-
nam Veterans of America (VVA) Queens Chapter 32; and
WHEREAS, Paul Feddern has exhibited his patriotism both at home and
abroad, demonstrating his love for his country and meriting forevermore,
the highest respect of his State and Nation; and
WHEREAS, Our Nation's veterans deserve to be recognized, commended and
thanked by the people of the State of New York for their service and for
their dedication to their communities, their State and their Nation;
now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor distinguished veteran Paul A. Feddern on Memorial Day 2012; and be
it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Paul A. Feddern.