Senate Resolution No. 727

BY: Senator O'MARA

CONGRATULATING Josephine Egger upon the occasion
of celebrating her 100th Birthday

WHEREAS, Senior citizens bring a wealth of experience and knowledge
to the increasingly active roles that they play in today's society;
their past contributions and current participation are vital to the
fabric of community life and activity; and

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to honor and pay
tribute to those outstanding individuals who have helped build and shape
this Empire State; and

WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its
long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to
congratulate Josephine Egger upon the occasion of celebrating her 100th
Birthday; and

WHEREAS, Born Josephine Herrick on April 24, 1919, in Sayre,
Pennsylvania, she had seven siblings; and

WHEREAS, Josephine married James E. Egger on January 16, 1943, and
together they had three children, Mary Sharon, James, and Paul; today,
Josephine is the loving grandmother of 10 grandchildren and 17
great-grandchildren; and

WHEREAS, This exceptional centenarian, with her zest for life, has
inspired and enhanced the lives of her family and friends; and

WHEREAS, This distinguished woman 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 woman 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, Josephine Egger resides with her daughter and son-in-law,
Mary and Tom Secondo in Hornell, New York; 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 Josephine Egger upon the occasion of celebrating her 100th
Birthday; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Josephine Egger.