Senate Resolution No. 2696

BY: Senator GRIFFO

HONORING Sister Virginia Marie Dunn posthumously
upon the occasion of her induction into the Catholic
School Hall of Fame by the Catholic Schools
Association of Rome

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to commend the
efforts of those individuals within the State of New York who gave of
their time and energies in support of spiritual endeavors which aim to
benefit the community at large; and

WHEREAS, Sister Virginia Marie Dunn not only gave of her time and
energies but also of her competence, intelligence and leadership and
consequently is designated for special honor; and

WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Sister
Virginia Marie Dunn posthumously upon the occasion of her induction into
the Catholic School Hall of Fame by the Catholic Schools Association of
Rome, to be presented to her family during its 3rd Annual Induction
Ceremony on Saturday, February 8, 2020, at Teugega Country Club, Rome,
New York; and

WHEREAS, This auspicious occasion recognizes persons influential to
local Catholic schools and the positive influence these individuals have
had on their communities; Sister Virginia Marie Dunn was one such
individual; and

WHEREAS, Sister Virginia Marie Dunn was the first of nine children
born to James A. and Ellen Haley Dunn, and a lifelong resident of Rome;
her many gifts, faith formation and academic excellence were nurtured
within her loving family and supported by the Faith Communities and
Catholic education at St. Mary's School and the Academy of the Holy
Names; and

WHEREAS, Over the years, Sister Virginia Marie Dunn shared many
happy memories about growing up in Rome; she enjoyed school activities,
friendship of classmates, and hanging out with friends waiting for an
autograph from one of the players on the Rome Senators Baseball Team;
and

WHEREAS, As a Sister of the Holy Names of Jesus and Mary, this
accomplished woman was a forerunner in ministries and innovative
endeavors related to Catholic education; her expertise, skill, wisdom
and insight made her an invaluable and well-respected Teacher,
Principal, Superintendent of Schools, member on local School Boards and
on international Planning Committees; and

WHEREAS, Her compassion and faith, love and dedication, kindness and
joy touched the lives of countless students, parents, colleagues and
women in her religious community; and

WHEREAS, Sister Virginia Marie Dunn brought with her a legacy of
deep faith, outstanding leadership, and loving service to her religious

community and to the ministry of Catholic education; above all, she
brought honor and glory to the Holy Names of Jesus and Mary; and

WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body that when
individuals of such noble aims and accomplishments are brought to our
attention, 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
honor Sister Virginia Marie Dunn posthumously upon the occasion of her
induction into the Catholic School Hall of Fame by the Catholic Schools
Association of Rome; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to the family of Sister Virginia Marie Dunn.