Senate Resolution No. 1997

BY: Senator GRIFFO

CONGRATULATING Nina Jane Hyde 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 Nina Jane Hyde upon the occasion of her 100th Birthday on
Thursday, March 28, 2024; and

WHEREAS, Nicolina Jane Barone was born to Henry and Mary (Scolapio)
Barone in Rome, New York, on March 28, 1924; she had her name legally
changed to Nina, the name she used since grade school; and

WHEREAS, Nina Jane Barone was blessed with three younger sisters;
Doris Barone Sherman Suma was born on April 10, 1928, and died on
November 9, 2020; twin sisters, Jean Barone Ceci and Barbara Barone
Volta, were born on February 26, 1935; and

WHEREAS, After attending Columbus School, Rome Junior High School,
and Rome Free Academy, graduating in 1941, Nina Jane Barone attended
Utica School of Commerce; she was employed as Executive Secretary for
General Cable and Martin Marietta; and

WHEREAS, Nina Jane Barone married Robert "Mike" J. Hyde; she never
remarried after her husband's death in 1977; and

WHEREAS, Nina Jane Hyde is known as intelligent, kind, loving, and
devoted to her family and friends; she is committed to her Catholic
faith and exudes a positive personality; she is even considered a
fashionista by some; and

WHEREAS, Throughout her century-long life, Nina Jane Hyde has
inspired and enhanced the lives of her beloved family and friends whom
she keeps together and dear to her heart; 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, Nina Jane Hyde has enriched the lives of those around her
through her joyous and sincere love for others and through the vibrant
charm and infinite wisdom which come 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
outstanding achievements of this Nation 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 Nina Jane Hyde upon the occasion of celebrating her 100th
Birthday; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Nina Jane Hyde.