LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commemorating the life of Anthony C. "Tony"
Nesci, distinguished citizen and devoted member of his community

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to bring full recogni-
tion and just tribute to individuals who distinguish themselves through
their unremitting commitment and preeminence of service; one such indi-
vidual is Anthony C. Nesci, who left this life on June 8, 2011; and
WHEREAS, It is therefore fitting that we pay tribute to Anthony C.
Nesci, whose lifework and civic endeavors served to enhance the quality
of life in his community and the great State of New York; and
WHEREAS, Anthony C. Nesci distinguished himself in his professionalism
and community activism, and by his sincere dedication and substantial
contribution to his community; and
WHEREAS, A life resident of Liverpool, Anthony C. Nesci graduated from
North High School in 1959, where he played basketball, baseball and
football, and was named to the All-City Football Team; and
WHEREAS, For 43 years, Anthony Nesci worked for the New Process Gear
auto parts plant in DeWitt, before retiring in 2006, and most recently,
was the Peer Counselor with the UAW Daimler Chrysler Training Center;
and
WHEREAS, As longtime Chairman of the Political Action Committee for
United Auto Workers Local 624, Anthony C. Nesci served as a tireless and
devoted advocate for working men and women; and
WHEREAS, Active throughout the community for all of his life, he was a
life member of the UAW 624, Veteran of the Year 2010, Chairman of the
Veterans Memorial at the New York State Fair, Life-Member of American
Legion Post 188, and was active in volunteering and fundraising for the
VA Hospital; and
WHEREAS, A true advocate of the people, Anthony C. Nesci was known by
all that knew him for his tireless volunteer spirit and his big heart;
and
WHEREAS, Anthony C. Nesci honorably served his country as a member of
the Armed Forces in the United States Army for four years; and
WHEREAS, In 1998, Anthony C. Nesci dedicated himself to filling what
he saw as a big gap at the New York State Fair, and worked to establish
a memorial for veterans; and
WHEREAS, One year later, his vision was realized as the memorial was
established through funds provided by the Eagle Association, the not-
for-profit organization founded by Anthony C. Nesci; and
WHEREAS, Anthony C. Nesci is survived by his wife, Annette, and their
four children, Anthony, Jeffrey, Lisa and Nicole; two sisters, Anne and
Lucille; and nine grandchildren; as well as several nieces, nephews, and
cousins; and
WHEREAS, Anthony C. Nesci will always be remembered as an outstanding
organizer, a devoted mentor, and a loyal friend by all that were fortu-
nate to have known him; and
WHEREAS, Armed with a humanistic spirit and imbued with a sense of
compassion, Anthony C. Nesci 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
commemorate the life of Anthony C. Nesci, 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 Anthony C. Nesci.