LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Herbert Earl Tedford, Jr. posthumously
upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition by Albany
County at its Honor-A-Veteran Ceremony on April 4, 2016

WHEREAS, Members of the Armed Services from the State of New York, who
have served so valiantly and honorably in wars in which this country's
freedom was at stake, as well as in the preservation of peace in peace-
time, deserve a special salute; and
WHEREAS, It is the intent of this Legislative Body to commend those
who have served in times of active conflict, as well as those who have
served in times of peace; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor
Herbert Earl Tedford, Jr. posthumously upon the occasion of his desig-
nation for special recognition by Albany County at its Honor-A-Veteran
Ceremony on April 4, 2016, at the American Legion Joseph E. Zaloga Post
1520, Albany, New York; and
WHEREAS, In June of 1993, a committee was formed by the Albany County
Veterans Bureau known as the Albany County Honor-A-Veteran Committee;
the committee was formed to honor a deceased Albany County veteran, who
has served his country in time of conflict; the Honor-A-Veteran Program
takes place on the first Monday of each month; and
WHEREAS, For his courageous and dedicated service to his country,
Herbert Earl Tedford, Jr. will be recognized at this year's April
Honor-A-Veteran Ceremony; and
WHEREAS, Born on July 25, 1932, in Troy, New York, Herbert Earl
Tedford Jr. proudly served his country with honor and distinction from
June 1951 to June 1959, as a member of the United States Navy and Navy
Reserves; and
WHEREAS, During the Korean War, Herbert Earl Tedford, Jr., served as a
Petty Officer Third Class on board the USS Yellowstone, and was awarded
the Good Conduct Medal and the Navy Occupational Service Medal; and
WHEREAS, Following the completion of his military service, this
distinguished veteran pursued his passion for printing at the Hamilton
Printing Company; he also worked for Argus Greenwood, Inc. and Picotte
Companies until his retirement at the age of 76; and
WHEREAS, In addition, Herbert Earl Tedford, Jr. was known for being an
avid outdoorsman and fisherman, as well as his love for his faithful
companion animals; and
WHEREAS, Residents of this great State must never forget the courage
with which these men and women served their country, and must recognize
that no greater debt is owed than that owed to those who gave their
lives for their beloved Nation and to those who continue to be missing
in action; and
WHEREAS, Having exhibited their patriotism both at home and abroad,
these men and women demonstrated their love for their country and merit
forevermore, the highest respect of their State and Nation; and
WHEREAS, Our Nation's veterans deserve to be recognized, commended and
thanked by the people of the State of New York for their service and for
their dedication to their communities, their State and their Nation;
now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Herbert Earl Tedford, Jr. posthumously upon the occasion of his
designation for special recognition by Albany County at its Honor-A-Vet-
eran Ceremony on April 4, 2016; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to the family of Herbert Earl Tedford, Jr.