LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Rose Igoe 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;
Rose Igoe 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 Rose
Igoe 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, Rose Igoe is being recognized as a
strong woman who has shown extraordinary wisdom, courage and strength in
her community; and
WHEREAS, Rose Igoe has been recognized by her colleagues and friends
for her hard work and legacy; she retired from New York State after 35
years of distinguished service; and
WHEREAS, Rose Igoe has been called upon to contribute her time and
talents to countless civic and charitable endeavors and has always given
of herself unstintingly; she is a member of Blessed Sacrament Church,
and has volunteered for several organizations such as AUMS food pantry,
and Salvation Army; and
WHEREAS, With her throughout have been her three children, and seven
grandchildren, 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, Rose Igoe 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 Rose Igoe 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 Rose Igoe 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 Rose Igoe.