Assembly Resolution No. 435

BY: M. of A. Barclay

HONORING Vernon Tryon upon the occasion of his
designation for special recognition by the New York
State Office for the Aging on May 21, 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 honor Vernon Tryon
upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition by the New
York State Office for the Aging at its Annual Older New Yorkers' Day
Celebration on Tuesday, May 21, 2019, at the Hart Theatre Lounge in The
Egg, Albany, New York; and

WHEREAS, Each May, the New York State Office for the Aging pauses to
acknowledge the outstanding contributions made by older citizens during
National Older Americans Month; and

WHEREAS, Members of older generations have helped build and shape
our Nation to be the greatest in the world; they have defended our
freedoms and values to ensure that those who come after them may have
better lives; nowhere in the Nation is the legacy of their efforts more
visible and more a part of the lives of all citizens than here in the
State of New York; and

WHEREAS, Vernon Tryon embodies the true meaning of volunteering with
his compassion and dedication to make society a better place to live; he
is a true humanitarian with his work with Oswego Rotary Club and The
Salvation Army Corps; and

WHEREAS, Vernon Tryon can be seen in the forefront of any project,
whether it is bringing clean water to developing countries or helping
eradicate polio; he is always the first to volunteer with his time,
resources and knowledge; and

WHEREAS, Born on September 21, 1936, in the small town of Boylston,
New York, Vernon Tryon grew up on the farm on which his father worked;
he graduated from Philadelphia High School and attended the State
University of New York at Oswego; and

WHEREAS, Vernon Tryon has lived most of his life in New York except
for when he attended the University of Maryland, where he earned a
master's degree; and

WHEREAS, His first experience with volunteerism was at the church he
attended while living in Maryland; and

WHEREAS, Vernon and his wife, June, made their home in Oswego, New
York, where he pursued his career as a Professor in Technology for
almost 40 years; and

WHEREAS, Currently, Vernon Tryon resides at Springside at Seneca
Hill Independent Living where he is President of the Resident Council;
he and June have been married for 59 years and together they are the
proud parents of two sons, and the loving grandparents of four
grandchildren; and

WHEREAS, Vernon Tryon, considering his 60 years of volunteerism, has
these words of wisdom for anyone looking to volunteer; "First, determine
what you are passionate about and if an organization mission/goals
complement your beliefs. Second, make sure you have the time to devote
to the organization Third, call the organizations you might be
interested in to discuss volunteering with them."; and

WHEREAS, Rare indeed is the impressive dedication shown by an
individual for the benefit of others which Vernon Tryon has displayed
throughout his life; and

WHEREAS, Vernon Tryon, a very active and industrious man, has
inspired and enriched the lives of those he serves through his
volunteerism, generously sharing the wisdom gained over years of
experiencing life to its fullest; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Vernon Tryon upon the occasion of his designation for special
recognition by the New York State Office for the Aging on May 21, 2019;
and be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Vernon Tryon.