LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION congratulating Viola Mowers upon the occasion of
celebrating her 100th Birthday on December 15, 2014

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, Viola Mowers was born in Canada on December 15, 1914, and
celebrated her 100th birthday in Watertown, New York; and
WHEREAS, Viola married William Mowers in 1936, and they resided in
Philadelphia, New York, where they raised their daughter, Martha Jean;
today, Viola is the proud grandmother of three granddaughters, and five
great-granddaughters; and
WHEREAS, Viola Mowers worked as a telephone operator in Philadelphia,
New York, and at the J.J. Newberry's Department Store in Watertown, New
York, as well as the Indian River Central School District Food Service
Department; and
WHEREAS, This exceptional centenarian, with her zest for life, has
inspired and enhanced the lives of her family and friends; and
WHEREAS, Viola Mowers enjoys reading, crossword puzzles, shopping and
dining, and attends weekly Bible study and church services; 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 Viola Mowers upon the occasion of celebrating her 100th
Birthday; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Viola Mowers.