LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Colonel Mark K. Frampton upon the occa-
sion of his retirement from the United States Marine Corps after 30
years of loyal and distinguished service

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that individuals who,
as members of the United States Armed Services, have faithfully served
the people of this great State and nation with enduring commitment and
dedication, merit the highest commendation; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern and fully in accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commend
Colonel Mark K. Frampton upon the occasion of his retirement from the
United States Marine Corps after 30 years of loyal and distinguished
service; and
WHEREAS, As a member of the United States Marine Corps for three
decades, Colonel Frampton has served our country with loyalty, honor and
distinction, helping to preserve the principles of democracy and freedom
we so revere; and
WHEREAS, A valued member of his community as well, Colonel Frampton
has been called upon to contribute his time and talents to countless
civic and charitable endeavors and has always given of himself unstint-
ingly; he is well-known to have a particular passion for Corning Ameri-
can Legion Baseball; and
WHEREAS, The quality and character of life in this nation, and the
great State of New York, are reflective of the purposeful lives and good
works of patriotic and civic-minded community members, such as Colonel
Frampton, who have achieved distinction in their profession and in
service to others; and
WHEREAS, In fitting recognition of his lengthy and distinguished
Marine Corps career, the colleagues, friends, and family of Colonel Mark
K. Frampton will gather for a Retirement Ceremony and Reception at
American Legion Skinner Ernest Memorial Post 1612, 45 Olcott Road, Big
Flats, New York on Friday, January 28, 2011; and
WHEREAS, Throughout his illustrious career Colonel Frampton has helped
to preserve and protect the people, the values, and the beliefs of our
State and nation in exemplary fashion; this Legislative Body is pleased
to have this opportunity to express its appreciation to him on behalf of
the people of the State of New York and to wish him well in his retire-
ment; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Colonel Mark K. Frampton upon the occasion of his retirement from
the United States Marine Corps after 30 years of loyal and distinguished
service and to commend him for his long and sustained commitment to the
principles upon which our nation was founded and which are our treasured
American heritage; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Colonel Mark K. Frampton.