Honor Mildred Bane’s 100th Birthday

Senate Resolution No. 1213 BY: Senator ORTT CONGRATULATING Mildred S. Bane of Lyndonville, New York 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, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to congratulate Mildred S. Bane upon the occasion of her 100th Birthday to be celebrated on Friday, April 21, 2017; and WHEREAS, Mildred S. Bane was born on April 21, 1917, in Lyndonville, New York; and WHEREAS, Born the eldest of seven children, Mildred S. Bane is a proud product of Lyndonville, New York, where she grew up, was married and raised her family; and WHEREAS, Mildred S. Bane prides herself on her community involvement and service; in the 1960s, she served two terms as Lyndonville Town Clerk, and has been a very active member at the Lyndonville United Methodist Church; and WHEREAS, With her throughout have been her three children, Randall, Kirk and Kathy, her four grandchildren and six great-grandchildren, as well as her late husband, all of whom feel privileged to be a part of her life and rejoice in her accomplishments; and WHEREAS, Mildred S. Bane, with her zest for life, has inspired and enhanced the lives of her family and friends; and WHEREAS, This exceptional centenarian 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, Mildred S. Bane 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 recognize 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 Mildred S. Bane upon the occasion of celebrating her 100th Birthday; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Mildred S. Bane.