LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION congratulating Mildred Brooks upon the occasion
of celebrating her 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, Mildred Scott Brooks was born on April 14, 1911, one of nine
children, in Monsey, New York; and
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to congratulate Mildred
Brooks upon the occasion of celebrating her 100th Birthday at a Luncheon
to be held at Noel's Restaurant in Stony Point, New York, on April 9,
2011; the joyous gathering will include family members, friends and her
Pastor; and
WHEREAS, This distinguished woman 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, Mildred Brooks met her husband at a square dance and two
years later they were married at the Suffern Methodist Church; together
they built a happy home on a piece of farmland where they raised their
two wonderful sons, Barry and Bart; and
WHEREAS, During the Depression, Mildred Brooks joined the workforce at
Avon Cosmetics in Suffern, New York; she remained there, a loyal employ-
ee until the end of World War II; Mr. Brooks also worked for Avon until
his death in 1973; and
WHEREAS, This exceptional centenarian, with her zest for life, has
inspired and enhanced the lives of her family and friends; and
WHEREAS, In addition to being the proud mother of two sons, Mildred
Brooks is the loving grandmother of four grandchildren, Scott, Brian,
Glenn and Kevin, and one great-grandchild, Dakota; and
WHEREAS, This beloved woman has enriched the lives of those around her
through her joyous and sincere love for others and through the quiescent
charm and wisdom which comes only from a fullness of years; and
WHEREAS, Mildred Brooks now resides at the Sunrise Assisted Living in
New City, New York, where she is loved and surrounded by a warm circle
of friends; 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 Mildred Brooks upon the occasion of her 100th Birthday; and
be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Mildred Brooks.