2021-J1728

Mourning the death of Gerald Caci, distinguished citizen and devoted member of his community

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2021-J1728


Senate Resolution No. 1728

BY: Senator KENNEDY

MOURNING the death of Gerald Caci, distinguished
citizen and devoted member of his community

WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to pay tribute to
citizens of the State of New York whose lifework and civic endeavor
served to enhance the quality of life in their communities and this
great Empire State; and

WHEREAS, Gerald "Jerry" Caci of Buffalo, New York, died on December
7, 2021, at the age of 80; and

WHEREAS, Gerald Caci distinguished himself in his profession and by
his sincere dedication and substantial contribution to the welfare of
his community; and

WHEREAS, After graduating from Grover Cleveland High School, Gerald
Caci pursued a career in the entertainment industry in Hollywood; and

WHEREAS, Some of Gerald Caci's favorite pastimes included playing
polo, riding horses, hosting dinners at his family home, and acting; and

WHEREAS, His commitment to excellence, and his spirit of humanity,
carried over into all fields of enterprise, including charitable and
civic endeavors; and

WHEREAS, Gerald Caci served for many years on the Board of Directors
of the Federation of Italian-American Societies of Western New York, The
Good Government Club of Western New York and was closely associated with
the newly established Italian Cultural Center and the Canadian Italian
Business and Professional Association; he was highly regarded and
respected by many persons in government, in the law and judiciary, and
in the medical professions; and

WHEREAS, The ability of Gerald Caci to make lifelong friends with
everyone he met is a lasting tribute to his spirit and he will be highly
regarded for his kindness and colorful spirit; and

WHEREAS, Gerald Caci is survived by his wife, Denise; a daughter,
Valentina; two sons, Gino and Jerry; and four grandchildren, Brooke,
Ava, Matthew, and Ashley; and

WHEREAS, Armed with a humanistic spirit and imbued with a sense of
compassion, Gerald Caci leaves behind a legacy which will long endure
the passage of time and will remain as a comforting memory to all he
served and befriended; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
mourn the death of Gerald Caci; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to the family of Gerald Caci.

actions

  • 21 / Jan / 2022
    • REFERRED TO FINANCE
  • 25 / Jan / 2022
    • REPORTED TO CALENDAR FOR CONSIDERATION
  • 25 / Jan / 2022
    • ADOPTED

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