Senate Resolution No. 2238

BY: Senator GRIFFO

CONGRATULATING Mary Spinelli upon the occasion of
celebrating her 100th Birthday

WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to commemorate
and recognize certain milestones celebrated by citizens of this great
Empire State; and

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, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its
long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to
congratulate Mary Spinelli upon the occasion of her 100th Birthday
celebrated on Monday, May 15, 2017; and

WHEREAS, Mary Spinelli was born on May 15, 1917, to the late John
and Theresa Surace; and

WHEREAS, A lifelong resident of Rome, New York, Mary Spinelli was
educated in the Rome School System; after working many jobs in the city,
she held a position at RADC, at the Griffiss Air Force Base, for 27
years until her retirement at the age of 65; and

WHEREAS, On August 5, 1938, Mary Spinelli married the love of her
life, Anthony Spinelli; together, the couple raised two children; after
48 years of marriage, Anthony passed away in 1986; and

WHEREAS, When Mary Spinelli was not working, she enjoyed spending
time outside, whether it was tending to her flower gardens, shoveling
snow in the winter, or travelling to Arizona; and

WHEREAS, This warm woman's secret to longevity is hard work,
kindness to others, a loving family, and her strong faith; and

WHEREAS, Mary Spinelli, with her zest for life, has inspired and
enhanced the lives of her family and friends; and

WHEREAS, With her throughout have been her two children, Phyllis
(Nick) Domenico, and Anthony (Georgia) Spinelli; her seven
grandchildren, and her 12 great-grandchildren; as well as her late
husband, Anthony Spinelli, all of whom have shown her love and support
and rejoice in her many achievements; and

WHEREAS, This exceptional centenarian 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, Mary Spinelli 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
recognize 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 Spinelli upon the occasion of celebrating her 100th
Birthday; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Mary Spinelli.