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J1053Senate2017-2018 SessionResolution

Honor Ray T. Chesbro

Official title

“Mourning the death of Ray T. Chesbro, distinguished citizen and devoted member of his community”

Sponsor Patty RitchieSD-48
Status
Adopted
Impact
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Outcome
Adopted

What's happening

This resolution honors and mourns the death of Ray T. Chesbro, a distinguished and devoted member of the Oswego community.

Why it matters

  1. Highlights Ray T. Chesbro's deep commitment to public service. , including roles as Deputy Sheriff, Sheriff, Director of the Central New York Regional Transportation Authority, and five-term State Assembly member—demonstrating a lifelong dedication to improving local governance and public safety.

  2. Underscores the value of community involvement beyond official positions. , as Chesbro spent decades volunteering on school boards and participating in civic, religious, and social organizations, illustrating the broader ways individuals can strengthen their communities.

  3. Serves as a public acknowledgment of the impact one individual can have across generations. , both within his family and in the wider Oswego area, reinforcing the importance of honoring local leaders whose contributions might otherwise be overlooked.

  4. Provides a model of ethical leadership and integrity. , celebrating Chesbro’s reputation for honesty and devotion—qualities that set a standard for current and future public servants.

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Honor Ray T. Chesbro

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Sponsors

Primary sponsor
Patty Ritchie

Senator · Senate District 48

Chair, Agriculture

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History

  1. Adopted
  2. Reported to calendar for consideration
  3. Referred to finance

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Senate Resolution No. 1053 BY: Senator RITCHIE MOURNING the death of Ray T. Chesbro, distinguished citizen and devoted member of his community WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to pay tribute to citizens of the State of New York whose… Show all

Senate Resolution No. 1053 BY: Senator RITCHIE MOURNING the death of Ray T. Chesbro, distinguished citizen and devoted member of his 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 the great State of New York; and WHEREAS, It is with great sorrow and deep regret that this Legislative Body records the passing of Ray T. Chesbro, distinguished citizen and devoted member of his community, on Friday, March 3, 2017, at the age of 91; and WHEREAS, Ray T. Chesbro is remembered as a man of honesty and integrity, devoted to his family and the citizens of his community; and WHEREAS, Born in Pennellville, Oswego County, Ray T. Chesbro received his education in the Phoenix Central School District; and WHEREAS, He was appointed Deputy Sheriff of Oswego County in 1953, and later became Identification Office, Investigator and Lieutenant; and WHEREAS, In 1973, Ray T. Chesbro was appointed as Sheriff of Oswego County by the late Governor Nelson Rockefeller, and was elected to that same position in 1974, retiring in 1977; and WHEREAS, In 1979, he was appointed by Governor Hugh L. Carey to be Director of the Central New York Regional Transportation Authority and served in that position until 1982; and WHEREAS, Ray T. Chesbro was elected to the New York State Assembly for the 117th Assembly District in 1980, and served five terms; and WHEREAS, In addition to his service in law enforcement and state government, Ray T. Chesbro served on the Phoenix Central School District's Board of Education for 17 years, and the Oswego County Board of Cooperative Educational Services from 1967 to 1971; and WHEREAS, Active in his community, he was a member of the Fraternal Order of Police, a 70 year member of Lodge 622 F&AM in Central Square, the United Methodist Church in Pennellville, and the Phoenix Sno-Drifters, as well as the National Legislators Association, the Central New York Rod and Gun Club, and the Pathfinder Rod and Gun Club; and WHEREAS, Ray T. Chesbro will be fondly remembered as a loving husband, and father by his wife of 69 years, Eileen, and his three sons, Gary, Ray and Scott, as well as his five grandchildren, and five great grandchildren and many other family members; and WHEREAS, He leaves behind a legacy which will long endure the passage of time and will remain as a comforting memory to all he served and befriended; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to mourn the death of Ray T. Chesbro, distinguished citizen and devoted member of the Oswego community; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to the family of Ray T. Chesbro.

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