Assembly Resolution No. 72

BY: M. of A. Santabarbara

MOURNING the death of Roslyn Warlik, 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, Roslyn Warlik of Rotterdam, New York, died on Sunday,
October 27, 2024, at the age of 82; and

WHEREAS, Roslyn Warlik distinguished herself in her profession and
by her sincere dedication and substantial contribution to the welfare of
her community; and

WHEREAS, Roslyn Warlik was born and raised in Schenectady to Anthony
and Jean (Di'Ambrosia) Pompilio; she graduated from the former Mt.
Pleasant High School in 1960, and then Bryant College in Rhode Island
where she was a member of the Student Senate and served as the editor
for the school paper, "The Spotlight"; and

WHEREAS, Following her graduation, Roslyn Warlik went on to work in
the Department of Transportation for the State of New York; and

WHEREAS, Roslyn Warlik enjoyed time with friends and family while
dedicating herself to service; she served as president of the High
Bridge Civic Association and editor of its newsletter, "The High Bridge
Highlights"; and

WHEREAS, Contributing locally to the field of politics, Roslyn
Warlik was the secretary of the Rotterdam Democratic Party and ran for
Town Board in 2007; additionally, she worked with several Democratic
committees in Rotterdam and for Schenectady County's Senior and
Long-Term Care department; she was also the revered president of the
CSEA Retirees Local 940 and was widely admired for her widespread
dedication to her community; and

WHEREAS, Roslyn Warlik's commitment to excellence, and her spirit of
humanity, carried over into all fields of enterprise, including
charitable and civic endeavors; and

WHEREAS, Roslyn Warlik is survived by her two sons, Joseph F. Warlik
Jr. (Stephanie) and Shawn A Warlik (Tanya), as well as three
grandchildren, Paige, Dominick, and Emily; and

WHEREAS, Armed with a humanistic spirit and imbued with a sense of
compassion, Roslyn Warlik 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 Roslyn Warlik, 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 Roslyn Warlik.