LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION congratulating Grace Saito 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 Grace
Saito upon the occasion of celebrating her 100th Birthday; and
WHEREAS, Grace Saito was born on April 20, 1915, in Pittston, Pennsyl-
vania, the second oldest of six children; and
WHEREAS, On May 14, 1936, Grace married William Saito and together
they had two daughters; and
WHEREAS, Grace Saito worked as a seamstress, making clothes and
curtains, as well as crocheting bedspreads; she retired from M. Wile, a
men's clothing manufacturing company in 1977; and
WHEREAS, This exceptional centenarian, with her zest for life, has
inspired and enhanced the lives of her family and friends; and
WHEREAS, Today, Grace Saito enjoys going to the casino, playing the
lottery, attending bingo, and going for rides in the car, especially
down to the river; the highlight of her week is Sunday dinner at her
daughter's home; 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 Grace Saito 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 Grace Saito.