LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Lawrence "Eli" Bradish posthumously upon
the occasion of his designation for special tribute by the United States
Postal Service in Albany at its Memorial Day Ceremony

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
WHEREAS, It is the intent of this Legislative Body to commend those
who have served 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 Lawrence "Eli"
Bradish posthumously upon the occasion of his designation for special
tribute by the United States Postal Service in Albany at its Memorial
Day Ceremony on Friday, May 25, 2012, at the General Mail Facility in
Colonie, New York; and
WHEREAS, Lawrence Bradish served his country as a member of both the
United States Air Force and the United States Navy; he enlisted in the
US Air Force upon completion of high school, serving as a medic in Viet-
nam; upon his honorable discharge, he enlisted in the US Navy serving
from 1967 until his retirement in 1988; and
WHEREAS, This remarkable man was a Civil War enthusiast; his interest
and knowledge of the War took his listener back in time almost as if he
lived the experience himself; and
WHEREAS, Lawrence Bradish also enjoyed watching old movies; his loving
wife, Claudia, and his beloved daughter, Teresa, felt honored to be a
part of his life and rejoiced in his achievements; his family also meant
the world to him and he always spoke of his daughter with pride and
admiration; and
WHEREAS, Quick to tell a joke or story, Lawrence Bradish's sense of
humor was unsurpassed; and
WHEREAS, Residents of this great State must never forget the courage
with which these men and women served their country, and must recognize
that no greater debt is owed than that owed to those who gave their
lives for their beloved Nation and to those who continue to be missing
in action; 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, Our Nation's veterans deserve to be recognized, commended and
thanked by the people of the State of New York for their service arid
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 Lawrence "Eli" Bradish posthumously upon the occasion of his
designation for special tribute by the United States Postal Service in
Albany at its Memorial Day Ceremony; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to the family of Lawrence "Eli" Bradish.