LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION congratulating Genowefa Pilch 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 Genowe-
fa Pilch upon the occasion of celebrating her 100th Birthday; a small
family gathering will be held in her honor on April 11, 2014, at her
home; and
WHEREAS, Genowefa Pilch, of Newburgh, New York, was born on April 11,
1914, in Brzezanka, Poland; and
WHEREAS, Genowefa Pilch was a homemaker who devoted herself to making
a loving home for her family; and
WHEREAS, A Parishioner at St. Francis Church in Newburgh, Genowefa
Pilch gives her time and energy in support of spiritual endeavors which
aim to benefit the community at large; and
WHEREAS, Genowefa Pilch and her late husband, Joseph, together raised
seven children, Zofia, Henryka, Maria, Jean, Theresa, Ted, and Helen;
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 Genowefa Pilch upon the occasion of her 100th Birthday; and
be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Genowefa Pilch.