LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION mourning the death of Robert W. McNitt, distin-
guished 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, Robert W. McNitt of Norwich, New York, died on Thursday,
October 20, 2011, at the age of 68; and
WHEREAS, Robert "Bob" McNitt distinguished himself in his profession
and by his sincere dedication and substantial contribution to the
welfare of his community; and
WHEREAS, Robert McNitt's commitment to excellence, and his spirit of
humanity, carried over into all fields of enterprise, including charita-
ble and civic endeavors; and
WHEREAS, Robert McNitt spent his entire life in Norwich; he grew up on
the family farm where he soon discovered hunting, fishing and trapping;
he was a 1961 graduate of the Norwich High School and from 1964-1966, he
served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War; and
WHEREAS, Robert McNitt was in the Special Services in Germany, served
as an MP and was a courier for NATO; upon returning home, he chose to
further his education by attending SUNY Albany and graduating with the
class of 1968; and
WHEREAS, Robert McNitt's initial profession was that of a businessman;
over the years, he was employed by the New York State Police, Victory
Markets, The Raymond Corp. and worked as an insurance broker; and
WHEREAS, A lover of the outdoors, Robert McNitt eventually began to
write about his experiences; many of his features were published in
major outdoor magazines which eventually led him to become the outdoor
editor for the EVENING SUN, a position he held up until his death; in
addition, he was an excellent taxidermist; and
WHEREAS, Robert McNitt was Past President and life member of the New
York State Outdoor Writers Association, a charter member of the Profes-
sional Outdoor Media Association, a member of the New England Outdoors
Writers Association, an editor for the NEW YORK SPORTSMAN MAGAZINE, and
an editor for Northwoods Publishing, Petersen Publishing, emap-usa and
Primedia; and
WHEREAS, Robert McNitt was also Chairman of the Chenango County Envi-
ronmental Management Council, and in 2006 was inducted to the New York
State Outdoorsman Hall of Fame; he was also currently webmaster for the
New York State Outdoor Writers Association and the Chenango County Envi-
ronmental Management Council; and
WHEREAS, Robert McNitt was also a life member of the Norwich Elk's
Lodge, BPOE No. 1222 and a member of the American Legion Post No. 189,
as well as a member of the National Rifle Association; and
WHEREAS, Predeceased by his brothers Julian and Archie, Robert McNitt
is survived by his wife Betty, his sisters Frieda and Gloria, his
special niece and nephew Heather and Jon along with several other nieces
and nephews, his mother-in-law lone Hill, his sisters-in-law Linda,
Norma, and Bernice as well as his special dog, Abby; and
WHEREAS, Armed with a humanistic spirit and imbued with a sense of
compassion, Robert McNitt 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 Robert W. McNitt, 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 Robert McNitt.