Senate Resolution No. 1379

BY: Senator PERSAUD

CONGRATULATING Abraham Sacks, World War II
Veteran, upon the occasion of celebrating his 100th
Birthday on September 22, 2019

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 Abraham Sacks upon the occasion of his 100th Birthday to be
celebrated in his honor with family and friends; and

WHEREAS, Abraham Sacks was born on September 22, 1919, in Brooklyn,
New York; this exceptional centenarian, with his zest for life, has
inspired and enhanced the lives of those that he is acquainted with; and

WHEREAS, Abraham Sacks proudly served his country as a member of the
United States Army during World War II; he served as a Staff Sergeant,
and in the United States 158th Infantry, Company 1; and

WHEREAS, For his meritorious role in numerous battles, Abraham Sacks
was awarded the Bronze Star Medal and the Combat Infantryman Badge, for
gallantry and heroism; he also received the WWII Medal, the
Asiatic-Pacific Theater Medal, the Good Conduct Medal, the American
Campaign Medal, and the New York State Combat Medal; and

WHEREAS, Having exhibited patriotism both at home and abroad,
Abraham Sacks demonstrated his love for his country and merits
forevermore, the highest respect of his State and Nation; and

WHEREAS, This distinguished man 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, This beloved man has enriched the lives of those around him
through his 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 Abraham Sacks upon the occasion of celebrating his 100th
Birthday; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Abraham Sacks.