LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION congratulating Helen Murphy upon the occasion of
celebrating her 105th 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, Helen Murphy was born on January 31, 1911, in Brooklyn, New
York; she spent part of her adult years in the State of Florida, and
currently resides at the Idlewild Creek Apartments in Cornwall, New
York; and
WHEREAS, This exceptional centenarian, with her zest for life, has
inspired and enhanced the lives of her family and friends; and
WHEREAS, Helen Murphy did secretarial work for the Eastern Steamship
Company, the State Department, Voice of America, the Miami Herald, and
Texaco; and
WHEREAS, This distinguished woman 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, Today, Helen Murphy is a mother, grandmother, great-grand-
mother, and great-great-grandmother; and
WHEREAS, This beloved woman has enriched the lives of those around her
through her joyous and sincere love for others and through the quiescent
charm and wisdom which comes only from a fullness of years; and
WHEREAS, It is the intent of this Legislative Body to publicly recog-
nize 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 Helen Murphy upon the occasion of her 105th Birthday; and
be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Helen Murphy.