LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION congratulating Jean Rosse 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, This Legislative Body is justly proud to congratulate Jean
Rosse upon the occasion of celebrating her 100th Birthday; a luncheon
was held in her honor at the Kassenbrock Brothers Memorial Scholarship
Fund's Annual Spring Luncheon and Gift Auction; and
WHEREAS, Jean Rosse remains dedicated to the Kassenbrock Brothers
Memorial Scholarship Fund and attends its Annual Spring Luncheon and
Gift Auction faithfully every year with her granddaughters, as well as
continues to support all their efforts; and
WHEREAS, Jean Rosse was married to the late Victor Rosse, who was an
active member in the Bay Ridge Community Council since its inception in
1952, until his passing in 1985; Jean was an active participant in all
of the Bay Ridge Community Council's functions during these years; and
WHEREAS, Together, Jean and Victor Rosse, had two daughters, Joan and
Rosemary; today, Jean is the loving grandmother of six grandchildren,
Lorraine, Christine, Karen, Gerald, Anthony, and Jeanmarie, as well as
seven great-grandchildren, Ava, Jaden, A.J., Alyssa, Nicole, Isabella,
and John Anthony; 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 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 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, 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 Jean Rosse upon the occasion of her 100th Birthday; and be
it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Jean Rosse.