LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION congratulating Marion Huddleston upon the occa-
sion 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 Marion
Huddleston upon the occasion of celebrating her 100th Birthday; and
WHEREAS, Born on September 18, 1914, Marion Huddleston resides in
Philadelphia, New York, and is the proud mother of two daughters, Betha-
ny "Betty" Eassa and Suzanne Queary; and
WHEREAS, Marion Huddleston has had several jobs throughout her life
including working for the Theresa Post Office, the Senior Nutrition
Program in Philadelphia, and Empsall's Department Store; and
WHEREAS, Marion Huddleston is a member of both the Philadelphia and
the Evans Mills Senior Citizens organizations; and
WHEREAS, This distinguished woman, who has experienced the incredible
joys and sorrows characteristic of and reserved for those with the
stamina and courage to savor a full life, has inspired the lives of her
many friends and family; and
WHEREAS, This beloved woman has enriched the lives of those around her
through her joyous and sincere love for life 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 Marion Huddleston 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 Marion Huddleston.