LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION congratulating Anna Murray upon the occasion of
her celebrating her 100th Birthday on January 16, 2011

WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to congratulate Anna
Murray upon the occasion of celebrating her 100th Birthday; and
WHEREAS, Senior citizens bring a wealth of experience and knowledge to
the increasingly active roles they play in today's society; their past
contributions and future participation are a vital part of, and valuable
asset to, the fabric of community life and activity; and
WHEREAS, One of six siblings born to Concella and Antonio Vitetta,
Anna Murray was born on January 16, 1911, in the Commonwealth of Penn-
sylvania; and
WHEREAS, Married in 1943 to the late Alfred Murray, Anna has been a
widow since 1944; and
WHEREAS, A long time resident of Mamaroneck, New York, Anna Murray has
been a resident at the Jewish Home Lifecare Sarah Neuman Center in
Mamaroneck for the past 14 years; and
WHEREAS, Surrounded by family and friends, the 100th Birthday of Anna
Murray was celebrated at the Jewish Home Lifecare Sarah Neuman Center in
Mamaroneck; many of her nieces and nephews were on hand for the cele-
bration which was sponsored by Friends of Sarah Neuman, an auxiliary
dedicated to enriching the lives of nursing home residents and patients
in short-term sub-acute rehabilitation; and
WHEREAS, This exceptional centenarian, with her zest for life, has
inspired and enhanced the lives of her family and friends; and
WHEREAS, This distinguished woman, who has experienced the incredible
joys and sorrows characteristic of and reserved for those with the
stamina and courage to savor a full life, has inspired all those around
her; and
WHEREAS, This beloved senior citizen has enriched the lives of those
who have been privileged to know her through her joyous and sincere love
for others, and through the quiescent charm and wisdom which come only
from a fullness of years; and
WHEREAS, It is the intent of this Legislative Body to publicly recog-
nize those who have reached such a remarkable age and who have witnessed
and celebrated the innovations, cultural developments and awesome
achievements of this country during the last century, while themselves
contributing to the growth and excellence of this great Empire State;
now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
congratulate Anna Murray upon the occasion of celebrating her 100th
Birthday; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Anna Murray.