Senate Resolution No. 599

BY: Senator GRIFFO

CONGRATULATING Mary Zeppieri upon the occasion of
celebrating her 100th Birthday

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, 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, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its
long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to
congratulate Mary Zeppieri upon the occasion of her 100th Birthday
celebrated with a party in her honor on Sunday, March 18, 2023, at
Dibble's Restaurant in Vernon, New York; and

WHEREAS, Mary Zeppieri was born on March 18, 1923, in Veroli, Italy,
to a family of 10 children; and

WHEREAS, Mary Zeppieri married her life partner, Alfred Zeppieri,
and they had five remarkable children; and

WHEREAS, While also raising her children, Mary Zeppieri worked at
the Master Craft Plant during World War II; in later years, she
volunteered for 21 years for the Foster Grandparents Program and retired
at the age of 91; and

WHEREAS, A cherished member of her community, former Oneida Mayor,
Army Carinci, presented Mary Zeppieri with a Citizen Achievement Award
in recognition of outstanding charitable work; she has also been a
devoted and long-time member of Saint Joseph's Church; and

WHEREAS, A vibrant individual who remains so full of life, Mary
Zeppieri resided at Oneida Towers and now is currently at the Oneida
Healthcare Center's Extended Care Facility; and

WHEREAS, Mary Zeppieri, with her zest for life, has inspired and
enhanced the lives of her family and friends; and

WHEREAS, With her throughout have been her five children, Edda Hall,
Robert Zeppieri, Phyllis Zeppieri, Silvio Zeppieri, and Carl Zeppieri,
all of whom feel privileged to be a part of her life and rejoice in her
many achievements; 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, Mary Zeppieri 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 Mary Zeppieri upon the occasion of celebrating her 100th
Birthday; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Mary Zeppieri.