LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION mourning the death of Salvatore Traficante,
distinguished 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, Salvatore Traficante of West Islip, New York, died on Monday,
June 11, 2012, at the age of 73; and
WHEREAS, The son of Italian Immigrants, Salvatore Traficante was born
on February 4, 1939; his father, Anthony Traficante, who came to the
United States in 1938, is listed in the Ellis Island Registry; and
WHEREAS, A 1955 Graduate of the New York City Catholic School System,
Diocese of Brooklyn, Salvatore Traficante was also a Dale Carnegie Grad-
uate; and
WHEREAS, Salvatore Traficante honorably served his country as a member
of the United States Army; and
WHEREAS, Salvatore Traficante distinguished himself in his profession
and by his sincere dedication and substantial contribution to the
welfare of his community; and
WHEREAS, A New York City Transit Policeman for 20 years, Salvatore
Traficante worked as both a uniform and undercover officer; he was also
a skier in the 1980's Police Olympics; and
WHEREAS, Salvatore Traficante's commitment to excellence, and his
spirit of humanity, carried over into all fields of enterprise, includ-
ing charitable and civic endeavors; and
WHEREAS, A valued and involved member of his community, Salvatore
Traficante was an Elks member for over 20 years; and
WHEREAS, A dedicated American Patriot Salvatore Traficante lived and
breathed all the best this country has to offer; and
WHEREAS, Upon his retirement Salvatore Traficante liked to travel
across the United States exploring all the hidden gems for fishing,
camping and golfing; and
WHEREAS, Salvatore Traficante is survived by his three children,
Anthony, Peggy and Patti; and
WHEREAS, Armed with a humanistic spirit and imbued with a sense of
compassion, Salvatore Traficante 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 Salvatore Traficante, 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 Salvatore Traficante.