Senate Resolution No. 1416

BY: Senator PARKER

MOURNING the death of Denise M. Nopper, beloved
educator, distinguished citizen and devoted member
of her community

WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to pay tribute to
citizens of the State of New York whose lifework and civic endeavor
served to enhance the quality of life in their communities and this
great Empire State; and

WHEREAS, Denise M. Nopper of Brooklyn, New York, died on Tuesday,
December 21, 2021, at the age of 64; and

WHEREAS, Denise Mary Shannon was born on May 1, 1957, to Frances and
the late Thomas Shannon; from a young age, she knew she wanted to be a
teacher, and throughout her 30 years of working in education, she made
incomparable contributions to empowering and improving the well-being of
the students of the borough of Brooklyn; after many years of teaching,
she assumed the role of Principal of P.S. 119; and

WHEREAS, As a knowledgeable and highly skilled Principal, Denise M.
Nopper diligently worked to improve the quality of education at P.S. 119
by leading and supporting staff with enthusiasm, cultivating a positive
and stimulating school environment for all of her students, and creating
a greater sense of community; and

WHEREAS, Throughout her esteemed career, Denise M. Nopper was
devoted to helping others succeed; she provided a tremendous service to
the future of our State and Nation, inspiring generations of young
people in their educational journeys and ensuring their success in their
future years; and

WHEREAS, Predeceased by her father, Thomas Shannon, Denise M. Nopper
is survived by her mother, Frances Shannon; two sons, Andrew (Michele)
and Charles (Pauline); two daughters, Kimberly (Patrick) Palmese and,
Kristin (Michael) Velasco; two grandchildren, Kaitlyn and Patrick; two
brothers, Thomas (Margaret) and James (Eileen); one sister, Kathleen
(Vincent); numerous other family members, and many friends, co-workers
and students who will long cherish her zest for life, deep compassion,
and warm smile; and

WHEREAS, Armed with a humanistic spirit and imbued with a sense of
compassion, Denise M. Nopper leaves behind a legacy which will long
endure the passage of time and will remain as a comforting memory to all
she served and befriended; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
mourn the death of Denise M. Nopper and to express its deepest
condolences to her family; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to the family of Denise M. Nopper.