Senate Resolution No. 649

BY: Senator JACOBS

HONORING Kevin Louis Lawson upon the occasion of
his designation as recipient of the Legion of Honor
Award by the VA Western New York Healthcare System

WHEREAS, It is incumbent upon the people of the State of New York to
recognize and acknowledge those within our midst who have made
significant contributions to the quality of life therein; and

WHEREAS, From time to time this Legislative Body takes note of
certain extraordinary individuals it wishes to recognize for their
valued contributions to the success and progress of society and publicly
acknowledge their endeavors which have enhanced the basic humanity among
us all; and

WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Kevin Louis
Lawson upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of the Legion
of Honor Award by the VA Western New York Healthcare System, to be
celebrated at its Four Chaplains Ceremony on Wednesday, February 15,
2017, in Buffalo, New York; and

WHEREAS, This auspicious award recognizes outstanding members of
society whose lives model the giving spirit and unconditional service to
community, nation, and humanity without regard to race, religion or
creed exemplified so dramatically by the Four Chaplains who lost their
lives aboard the USAT Dorchester in 1943; Kevin Louis Lawson is one such
individual; and

WHEREAS, Individuals who give of their time and energies and serve
in the best interest of their communities are an asset beyond
remuneration and cannot be sufficiently extolled; and

WHEREAS, A resident of East Bethany, New York, Kevin Louis Lawson
has been called upon to contribute his time and talents to countless
civic and charitable endeavors and has always given of himself
unstintingly; and

WHEREAS, Throughout the entire period of his community service, a
period of constructive involvement, Kevin Louis Lawson has stood
constant in dignity, good grace and humor; and

WHEREAS, Within every community, there are inevitably some
individuals who, by virtue of their energy, vision, and dedication,
command the greatest respect among their friends and colleagues, and
within the community at large; and

WHEREAS, Rare indeed is the impressive dedication shown by an
individual for the benefit of others which Kevin Louis Lawson has
displayed throughout his life; and

WHEREAS, It has always been the objective of this Legislative Body
to honor and support those individuals who have displayed their
commitment to the betterment of their communities, and it is the intent
of this Legislative Body to inscribe upon its records, this tribute to

Kevin Louis Lawson, that future generations may know and appreciate his
admirable character, his many benevolent deeds, and the respect and
esteem in which he is held by his peers; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Kevin Louis Lawson upon the occasion of his designation as
recipient of the Legion of Honor Award by the VA Western New York
Healthcare System; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Kevin Louis Lawson.