LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION congratulating Helena Erickson 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, Helena Erickson was born on March 4, 1916, in Aland, a chain
of islands between Sweden and Finland; she was the 9th of 12 children
born to Werner and Julia (Soderberg) Nordenfelt; and
WHEREAS, After immigrating to New York City in 1939, Helena Erickson
married John-Erik Erickson, and together, they were the proud parents of
two daughters, Greta Marlene and Ramona Elizabeth, and the loving grand-
parents of seven grandchildren, Erica, Christina, Erin, Shawn, John,
Elizabeth and Christopher, as well as eight great-grandchildren; and
WHEREAS, Today, this exceptional centenarian resides in Warwick, New
York, with her granddaughter, Chrissy, and her husband Christian, as
well as their two children, Carter and Charley; and
WHEREAS, Lovingly referred to as Mormor, this distinguished woman with
her zest for life, has inspired and enhanced the lives of her family and
friends; and
WHEREAS, Helena Erickson 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 Helena Erickson 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 Helena Erickson.