2015-J5968

Congratulating Millie Berry upon the occasion of celebrating her 107th Birthday

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2015-J5968


LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION congratulating Millie Berry upon the occasion of
celebrating her 107th 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, Millie Berry was born on May 25, 1909, in New York City; she
was third of nine children and today, she is the sole living survivor;
and
WHEREAS, Millie married the late Leroy Edward Berry and together they
had three daughters, Dorothy Lonon, the late Carolyn France and Bernice
Berry; at present, she is the loving grandmother of three granddaugh-
ters, Yvette Beasley, Pamela Lonon and Kim Armstead, and four great-
grandchildren, Quase Beasley, Solange Beasley, Malik Armstead, Jr. and
Max Armstead; and
WHEREAS, This exceptional centenarian, with her zest for life, has
inspired and enhanced the lives of her family and friends; and
WHEREAS, Millie Berry was a stay at home mom who loved to travel and
dance; she was active in her community helping form a Social Club and
becoming the Business Manager; 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, Millie Berry 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 Millie Berry upon the occasion of celebrating her 107th
Birthday; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Millie Berry.

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  • 26 / May / 2016
    • REFERRED TO FINANCE
  • 02 / Jun / 2016
    • REPORTED TO CALENDAR FOR CONSIDERATION
  • 02 / Jun / 2016
    • ADOPTED

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