Senate Resolution No. 987

BY: Senator BRESLIN

HONORING Paul Lamar upon the occasion of his
designation as recipient of the 2021 Third Age
Achievement Award by Lifepath

WHEREAS, From time to time this Legislative Body takes note of
certain extraordinary individuals it wishes to recognize for their
valued contributions to the success and progress of society and publicly
acknowledge their endeavors which have enhanced the basic humanity among
us all; and

WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Paul Lamar
upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of the 2021 Third Age
Achievement Award by Lifepath, to be celebrated at its 25th Annual
Awards Ceremony on Friday, May 7, 2021, at Wolferts Roost Country Club,
Albany, New York; and

WHEREAS, Lifepath is dedicated to keeping older neighbors and
friends healthy and safe by providing effective programs and support to
help them stay connected to their communities; and

WHEREAS, Each year, this auspicious event recognizes the
contributions area residents and professionals have made in their
communities during the Third Age of their lives (after turning 60
years-old); Paul Lamar is truly deserving of this prestigious award; and

WHEREAS, Two passions, writing and music, have governed Paul Lamar's
75 years, for which he thanks his parents, Robert and Ethel Lamar, and
splendid teachers at both Albany High School and Yale University; and

WHEREAS, Paul Lamar has turned these enthusiasms into a variety of
jobs, including teaching English at Emma Willard School, The College of
Saint Rose, SUNY Cobleskill, Greene Correctional Facility and Sage, as
well as GED programs at St. Peter's Addiction Recovery Center, and
reviewing theater for The Daily Gazette since 1996; and

WHEREAS, As a tireless volunteer, Paul Lamar has conducted a senior
chorus, The Cannonaires, at the Watervliet Senior Center for the past 42
years, accompanied The Capital Pride Singers, taught memoir writing at
Howe Library, and has written program notes for the Albany Symphony
Orchestra since 1997, and Albany Pro Musica for the last seven years;
and

WHEREAS, In short, Paul Lamar has truly enjoyed a life of the mind
and stimulating collaborations with many others in the Capital Region;
and

WHEREAS, With him throughout have been his marvelous husband, Mark
Eamer, his three adoring children and two delightful grandchildren, as
well as his wonderful siblings and their families, all of whom feel
privileged to be a part of his life and rejoice in his many
achievements; and

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

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that those who
enhance the well-being and vitality of their community and have shown a
long and sustained commitment to excellence certainly have earned the
recognition and applause of all the citizens of this great Empire State;
now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Paul Lamar upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of
the 2021 Third Age Achievement Award by Lifepath; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Paul Lamar.