LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION congratulating Harold James Cline upon the occa-
sion of celebrating his 100th Birthday

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, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is proud to congratulate
Harold James Cline upon the occasion of his celebrating his 100th Birth-
day at Orlando's Restaurant in Endicott, New York, on Tuesday, March 22,
2011; and
WHEREAS, Son of Dan and Ann Marie (Yeager) Cline, and one of 11 chil-
dren, Harold James Cline was born on March 23, 1911, in Roscoe, New
York; and
WHEREAS, Harold Cline is a United States Navy veteran who served
during World War II, as well as a former member of the National Guard;
he is currently a member of the VFW Post 1449 in Endicott, New York; and
WHEREAS, In addition to his military service, Harold Cline worked for
Endicott Johnson, from which he retired after many years of distin-
guished service; and
WHEREAS, While attending a dance at his church, Harold Cline met and
fell in love with his wife of 75 years, Gladys Cummings; today, the
couple still resides at their first home on Taft Avenue in Endicott; and
WHEREAS, This exceptional centenarian, with his zest for life, has
inspired and enhanced the lives of his family and friends; and
WHEREAS, This distinguished man has experienced the incredible joys
and sorrows characteristic of and reserved for those with the stamina
and courage to savor a full life; and
WHEREAS, This beloved man has enriched the lives of those around him
through his joyous and sincere love for others and through the quiescent
charm and wisdom comes 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 Harold James Cline upon the occasion of celebrating his
100th Birthday; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Harold James Cline, 956 Taft Avenue, Endicott, New York
13160.