Assembly Resolution No. 736

BY: M. of A. Buttenschon

HONORING Marion F. Waite 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 give of
their time and energies in support of spiritual endeavors which aim to
benefit the community at large; and

WHEREAS, Marion F. Waite has given not only 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 Marion F.
Waite upon the occasion of her induction into the Catholic School Hall
of Fame by the Catholic Schools Association of Rome, to be presented
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; Marion F. Waite is one such individual; and

WHEREAS, Born in Syracuse, New York, to Mark and Martha Larkin,
Marion is the oldest of five children; and

WHEREAS, Marion F. Waite began her Catholic School education when
her family moved to Rome, New York, in November of her freshman year;
there she entered St. Aloysius Academy (SAA) where she joined Sodality,
the choir, and enjoyed the Friday night dances; she was also a
cheerleader and served as Vice President of her class in her junior and
senior years; and

WHEREAS, After graduation, she continued her Catholic education at
St. Elizabeth's School of Nursing, studying at Babies Hospital,
Columbia Presbyterian in New York City; and

WHEREAS, This accomplished woman then began her illustrious career
at Rome City Memorial Hospital, where she worked from 1952 to 1987,
serving in various positions within the Intensive Care and
Post-Operative Care units; and

WHEREAS, With her throughout have been her husband of 52 years, and
nine children, all graduates of St. Peter's and Rome Catholic High
School; and

WHEREAS, This remarkable woman was the recipient of the Immaculata
Diocesan Award, given by the Bishop to persons very active in their
parishes; Marion F. Waite is also active in the Twigs program, St.
Mary's/St. Peter's Altar Rosary Society, and In Mission of the Christ
Child; she is also a member of the Sisters of St. Joseph Associate
Program; 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 Marion F. Waite 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 Marion F. Waite.