Senate Resolution No. 2894

BY: Senator COMRIE

HONORING Lucinda Mary Powell upon the occasion of
being inducted into the "Century Club" at Chapin
Home for the Aging

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 103-year-old Lucinda Mary Powell upon the occasion of being
inducted into the "Century Club" at Chapin Home for the Aging,
celebrated at its Second Annual Induction Ceremony on Friday, May 19,
2017, at the Chapin Home in Jamaica, New York; and

WHEREAS, Founded in 1869 by Mrs. Edwin Chapin, Chapin Home for the
Aging has been serving the New York City/Long Island community at its
Jamaica location since 1912; currently, it is capable of assisting 220
adults in its Skilled Nursing Facility and can hold 50 registrants in
its Adult Day Health Care Center; and

WHEREAS, Throughout its esteemed history, Chapin Home has provided
the aging men and women who have come to live there a true home, where
they may find the serenity and security that have always been envisioned
as essential and appropriate to the latter part of life; and

WHEREAS, Lucinda Mary Powell was born on June 17, 1913, in Jamaica,
West Indies; she has been a member of the Chapin Home community since
October of 2014; and

WHEREAS, During her life, Lucinda Mary Powell held a career as a
Nanny and a Home Aid; a few of her favorite pastimes include singing,
taking care of others, reading her bible and being active at her church;
and

WHEREAS, Lucinda Mary Powell is one of seven children and she is the
only surviving sibling; with her throughout have been her son, Lynet,
who has shown her love and support and rejoice in her many achievements;
and

WHEREAS, Lucinda Mary Powell, with her zest for life, has inspired
and enhanced the lives of her family and friends with her kindness and
graciousness; she is known to never let you pass her room without a
smile and a blessing; 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, Lucinda Mary Powell 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 Lucinda Mary Powell upon the occasion of being inducted
into the "Century Club" at Chapin Home for the Aging; and be it further

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