Senate Resolution No. 910

BY: Senator HARCKHAM

MOURNING the death of Karen A. Colombo,
distinguished citizen and devoted member of her
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, Karen A. Colombo of Croton-on-Hudson, New York, died on
Thursday, January 26, 2023, at the age of 75; and

WHEREAS, Born on December 12, 1947, in Ossining, New York, to the
late William and Marie (Kennedy) King; and

WHEREAS, This fascinating woman did many things during her
illustrious career; she worked for many years as a teacher's aide at
Croton-Harmon School District; prior to that she worked at Grand Union
and North American Phillips Labs as well as being active with the Croton
caring committee, the Croton seniors and the Harry Chapin Run against
Hunger; and

WHEREAS, Karen A. Colombo distinguished herself in her profession
and by her sincere dedication and substantial contribution to the
welfare of her community; and

WHEREAS, Karen A. Colombo's commitment to excellence, and her spirit
of humanity, carried over into all fields of enterprise, including
charitable and civic endeavors; and

WHEREAS, Predeceased by her brother Michael King; Karen A. Colombo
is survived by her husband of 50 years, Sam Colombo; her son, Chris
Colombo (Carrie Howe); her grandchildren Ashley Colombo (Hassan Barrow)
and Christopher Colombo; her great grandchildren, Jaida Astacio and
Amina Barrow; her sister, Jeanne King and her brother William King Jr.;
and

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

RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
mourn the death of Karen A. Colombo, distinguished citizen and devoted
member of her community; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to the family of Karen A. Colombo.