Senate Resolution No. 83

BY: Senator COMRIE

CONGRATULATING Gertrude Patnett upon the occasion
of celebrating her 100th Birthday

WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to commemorate
and recognize certain milestones celebrated by citizens of this great
Empire State; and

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 Gertrude Patnett upon the occasion of her 100th Birthday
which was celebrated at a party held in her honor on Saturday, November
3, 2018, at the Jamaica Seventh-Day Adventist Church in Jamaica, New
York; and

WHEREAS, Born on October 30, 1918, Gertrude Patnett has been a
cherished and active member of the Jamaica Seventh-Day Adventist Church
for many years; she held the title of Personal Ministries and Investment
Secretary and sang with the senior choir, lending her beautiful soprano
voice; and

WHEREAS, A passionate and kind woman, Gertrude Patnett participated
in weekly distribution of food items to the less fortunate through the
Community Services Department; she also volunteered her time and energy
to the Church's Busy Bee Learning Center and the Kindergarten through
eighth grade elementary school; during the summer, she helped with
Vacation Bible School; and

WHEREAS, Gertrude Patnett, 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, Gertrude Patnett 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 Gertrude Patnett upon the occasion of celebrating her 100th
Birthday; and be it further


RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Gertrude Patnett.