Senate Resolution No. 824

BY: Senator SKOUFIS

CONGRATULATING Anthony Mancinelli upon the
occasion of celebrating his 108th Birthday

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, Anthony Mancinelli was born on March 2, 1911; and

WHEREAS, In 1924, Anthony Mancinelli started his illustrious career
as a barber and currently holds the Guinness World Record for the oldest
practicing barber since 2012; and

WHEREAS, Currently, he is working at New Windsor's Fantastic Cuts in
New Windsor, New York; and

WHEREAS, Anthony Mancinelli's magnificent work speaks for itself; he
has clients traveling from New York City, and even from other countries,
such as England and Japan, to the salon just to get a haircut from him;
and

WHEREAS, This exceptional centenarian, with his zest for life, has
inspired and enhanced the lives of his family and friends; 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 Anthony Mancinelli upon the occasion of celebrating his
108th Birthday; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Anthony Mancinelli.