Senate Resolution No. 1901

BY: Senator GRIFFO

CONGRATULATING Helen White upon the occasion of
celebrating her 100th Birthday

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

WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its
long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to
congratulate Helen White upon the occasion of her 100th Birthday, which
was celebrated with family and friends at a party in her honor on
Saturday, February 17, 2024; and

WHEREAS, Helen White was born to John and Hazel Shippers on February
15, 1924, and graduated from Lyons Falls School; and

WHEREAS, In 1941, Helen and Joseph White were united in marriage and
lived in Port Leyden before moving to Boonville, New York, where Helen
continues to reside today; the couple had five children: Sonja, Bill,
Judy, Joey and Jeff, who passed away in 2003, as well as several
grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great grandchildren; and

WHEREAS, Joseph, who retired from Georgia Pacific Paper Company in
Lyons Falls in 1983, passed away in 2011 at the age of 90; her only
sibling, Bill Shippers, a World War II veteran, passed away in 2012; and

WHEREAS, Today, Helen White is in good health and is most thankful
for her family; she has a strong faith in God and enjoys watching
Hallmark movies; and

WHEREAS, Helen White, 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, Helen White has enriched the lives of those around her
through her joyous and sincere love for others and through the profound
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 Helen White upon the occasion of celebrating her 100th
Birthday; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Helen White.