LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION congratulating Rose Tevlin upon the occasion of
celebrating her 100th 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, Rose Tevlin was born on March 25, 1916, in New York City;
family and friends celebrated her 100th Birthday at a party held in her
honor on Sunday, March 20, 2016, at Glen Arden Retirement Community; and
WHEREAS, A graduate of Hunter College, Rose Tevlin was employed by the
NEW YORK POST for many years; she eventually found her true calling as a
teacher, and taught mathematics in the Bronx for almost 20 years; and
WHEREAS, In 1952, Rose Tevlin and her husband, Irving, and their two
daughters moved to Mount Vernon, New York; in 1996, Rose and Irving
moved to Glen Arden Retirement Community, making her one of the longest
living occupants at the facility; and
WHEREAS, A lifelong folk dancer, Rose Tevlin attributes her long and
happy life to good genes, healthy eating and exercise; in her 80s, she
taught aquacise classes to her fellow residents at Glen Arden; and
WHEREAS, Known as a friendly and generous woman, Rose Tevlin has
always loved entertaining and cooking for her many friends; she is
always quick with a smile and loves to laugh and go on adventures; and
WHEREAS, This exceptional centenarian, with her zest for life, has
inspired and enhanced the lives of her family and friends; and
WHEREAS, With her throughout have been her two daughters, Helen and
Susan; her sister, Jean; and her late husband, Irving, all of whom feel
privileged to be a part of her life and rejoice in her accomplishments;
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, 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 Rose Tevlin upon the occasion of celebrating her 100th
Birthday; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Rose Tevlin.