LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION congratulating Mary T. Kenny upon the occasion of
celebrating her 101st 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, Mary T. Kenny was born, one of seven siblings, on March 17,
1914, to Irish immigrants in Far Rockaway, New York; and
WHEREAS, This exceptional centenarian, with her zest for life, has
inspired and enhanced the lives of her family and friends; and
WHEREAS, In 1950, Mary T. Kenny married Raymond P. Kenny, and together
they raised three sons, Raymond Jr., Robert and Edward; today, Mary is a
resident of Lindenhurst and the proud grandmother of two grandchildren;
and
WHEREAS, Prior to her retirement in 1978, Mary T. Kenny was employed
as a telephone operator, an operator for a comptometer, and an informa-
tion operator; her employers included New York Telephone Company; 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, Active within her community, Mary T. Kenny was a member of
the Mothers Club of St. Joachim's Church and volunteered with the Cub
Scouts in Cedarhurst; 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 Mary T. Kenny upon the occasion of her 101st Birthday; and
be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Mary T. Kenny.