LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Anna Piper upon the occasion of her
designation as a Mother of Pearl by the Frank Chapman Memorial Institute
on May 10, 2014

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize and pay
tribute to those individuals of firm belief and commitment who have
devoted their purposeful lives to the service of faith and community;
Anna Piper is one such individual; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Anna
Piper upon the occasion of her designation as a Mother of Pearl by the
Frank Chapman Memorial Institute to be celebrated at its 6th Annual
Mothers of Pearl Extravaganza on Saturday, May 10, 2014, at the Albany
Ramada Plaza Hotel in Albany, New York; and
WHEREAS, A pillar in her community, Anna Piper is being recognized as
a strong woman who has shown extraordinary wisdom, courage and strength
in her community; and
WHEREAS, Anna Piper, affectionately known as Ann, has been recognized
by her colleagues and friends for her hard work and legacy; for 47
years, she worked with the New York State Department of Labor; and
WHEREAS, Anna Piper has been called upon to contribute her time and
talents to countless civic and charitable endeavors and has always given
of herself unstintingly; she served as a choir director, and youth
director for her church, First Israel AME Church; and
WHEREAS, Anna Piper enjoys singing, reading, crocheting, and spending
time with her family; and
WHEREAS, With her throughout have been her husband of 64 years, Hilli-
ard, until his passing, and their six children, as well as 21 grandchil-
dren, 45 great-grandchildren, and one great-great grandchild, all of
whom feel privileged to be a part of her life and rejoice in her
achievements; and
WHEREAS, Throughout the entire period of her community service, a
period of constructive involvement, Anna Piper has stood constant in
dignity, good grace and humor; and
WHEREAS, Rare indeed is the impressive dedication shown by an individ-
ual for the benefit of others which Anna Piper has displayed throughout
her life; and
WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body that when individ-
uals of such noble aims and accomplishments are brought to our atten-
tion, they should be celebrated and recognized by all the citizens of
this great Empire State; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Anna Piper upon the occasion of her designation as a Mother of
Pearl by the Frank Chapman Memorial Institute on May 10, 2014; and be it
further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Anna Piper.