LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commending Deacon John Seymour upon the occasion
of having the St. Francis of Assisi Parish Food Pantry of Newburgh, New
York, renamed in his honor

WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to recognize that the
quality and character of life in the communities across New York State
are reflective of the concerned and dedicated efforts of those organiza-
tions and individuals who would devote themselves to the welfare of the
community and its citizenry; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commend
Deacon John Seymour upon the occasion of having the St. Francis of Assi-
si Parish Food Pantry of Newburgh, New York, renamed in his honor; and
WHEREAS, John "Jack" Seymour proudly served his country as a member of
the United States Armed Forces during World War II before answering the
call to service as the beloved deacon at St. Francis of Assisi Church in
Newburgh, New York; and
WHEREAS, After recognizing the need for services to help feed the
hungry, Deacon Jack Seymour founded his parish's food pantry program to
assist struggling families almost two decades ago; and
WHEREAS, Today, the Deacon Jack Food Pantry serves approximately 300
families in need who make use of its resources and facilities each week
with the help of dozens of volunteers who graciously give of their time
to help others; and
WHEREAS, Now in his 90's, Deacon Jack Seymour continues to attend food
pantry events, ensuring that this worthy program will remain a valued
source of assistance for members of the community for many years to
come; and
WHEREAS, Throughout the entire period of his community service, a
period of constructive involvement, Deacon Jack Seymour has stood
constant in dignity, good grace and humor; and
WHEREAS, Rare indeed is the impressive dedication shown by an individ-
ual for the benefit of others which Deacon Jack Seymour has displayed
throughout his life; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that when individ-
uals of such noble aims and accomplishments are brought to our atten-
tion, they should be celebrated and recognized by all the citizens of
this great Empire State; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commend Deacon John Seymour upon the occasion of the renaming of the St.
Francis of Assisi Parish Food Pantry of Newburgh, New York, in his
honor; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to John Seymour, Deacon, St. Francis of Assisi Church, Newburgh,
New York.