Assembly Resolution No. 390

BY: M. of A. Gunther

HONORING Josephine "Joan" Lynch upon the occasion
of her designation for special recognition by the
New York State Office for the Aging on May 9, 2017

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, This Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Josephine
"Joan" Lynch upon the occasion of her designation for special
recognition by the New York State Office for the Aging at its Annual
Older New Yorkers Day Celebration on Tuesday, May 9, 2017, at the Hart
Theatre Lounge in the Egg, Albany, New York; and

WHEREAS, Each May, the New York State Office for the Aging pauses to
acknowledge the outstanding contributions made by older citizens during
National Older Americans Month; and

WHEREAS, Members of older generations have helped build and shape
our Nation to be the greatest in the world; they have defended our
freedoms and values to ensure that those who come after them may have
better lives; nowhere in the Nation is the legacy of their efforts more
visible and more a part of the lives of all citizens than here in the
State of New York; and

WHEREAS, Born in New York, New York, Joan Lynch moved to Roscoe, New
York, in 1980; she raised her three children and worked at Roscoe
Nursing Home, where she developed a love for helping people and became
involved in volunteering for several local programs; and

WHEREAS, This esteemed woman has been called upon to contribute her
time and talents to countless civic and charitable endeavors and has
always given of herself unstintingly; and

WHEREAS, Dedicated to her community, Joan Lynch has devoted
countless hours to the Sullivan County Nutrition Program, the Callicoon
Food Bank and Thrift Shop, and Toys for Tots, as well as numerous other
organizations; and

WHEREAS, Throughout the entire period of her community service, a
period of constructive involvement, Joan Lynch has stood constant in
dignity, good grace and humor; and

WHEREAS, With her throughout have been her three children and five
grandchildren, who have all shown her love and support and rejoice in
her many achievements; and

WHEREAS, Rare indeed is the impressive dedication shown by an
individual for the benefit of others which Joan Lynch has displayed
throughout her life; and

WHEREAS, Joan Lynch, a very active and industrious woman, has
inspired and enriched the lives of those she serves through her
volunteerism, generously sharing the wisdom gained over years of
experiencing life to its fullest; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Josephine "Joan" Lynch upon the occasion of her designation for
special recognition by the New York State Office for the Aging on May 9,
2017; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Josephine "Joan" Lynch.