LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION congratulating Corinne Semiara upon the occasion
of celebrating her 102nd 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, Corinne Semiara was born in 1914; she moved to Rockland in
1932, during which time she worked as a nurse; she was married to the
late Frank Semiara, former West Haverstraw Mayor; and
WHEREAS, A resident of West Haverstraw, New York, Corinne Semiara
celebrated this momentous occasion with family and friends at Sparky's
Diner on Thursday, February 11, 2016 in Garnerville; and
WHEREAS, This exceptional centenarian, with her zest for life, has
inspired and enhanced the lives of her family and friends; she is a
proud mother and has five grandchildren as well as eight great-grand-
children; and
WHEREAS, Corinne Semiara 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, 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 Corinne Semiara upon the occasion of celebrating her 102nd
Birthday; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Corinne Semiara.