Senate Resolution No. 1641

BY: Senator COMRIE

CONGRATULATING Lucinda Mary Powell upon the
occasion of her induction into the Century Club at
the Chapin Home for the Aging on May 31, 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, This Legislative Body is justly proud to congratulate
Lucinda Mary Powell upon the occasion of her induction into the Century
Club at the Chapin Home for the Aging to be celebrated at its 150th
Anniversary Event on Friday, May 31, 2019; and

WHEREAS, The Chapin Home for the Aging was founded by Mrs. Edwin
Chapin in Manhattan, New York, in 1869; since its inception, this 5-Star
CMS rated facility has strived to provide a true home for the aging men
and women who live there by providing serenity and security which has
always been envisioned as essential and appropriate to the latter part
of life; and

WHEREAS, Born in Jamaica, West Indies, in June of 1913, Lucinda Mary
Powell immigrated to the United States where she worked as both a nanny
and a home aide; a devout Christian, she was very active in her church
and has always loved to sing and enjoys reading her Bible; and

WHEREAS, Lucinda Mary Powell has been a member of the Chapin Home
community since October of 2014; today, at the age of 105, this kind and
gracious woman attributes her strength to her close ties with her
church, and is always glad to share a smile and a blessing with anyone
who walks by her room; and

WHEREAS, Lucinda Mary Powell, with her zest for life, has inspired
and enhanced the lives of her family and friends; 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 her induction into

the Century Club at the Chapin Home for the Aging on May 31, 2019; and
be it further

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