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J160Senate2017-2018 SessionResolution

Honor Gearys' 50th Anniversary

Official title

“Congratulating Mr. and Mrs. Roland F. Geary upon the occasion of celebrating their 50th Wedding Anniversary”

Sponsor Patty RitchieSD-48
Status
Adopted
Impact
1/10
Minimal
Outcome
Adopted

What's happening

This resolution congratulates Mr. and Mrs. Roland F. Geary on celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary.

Why it matters

  1. Highlights the value of long-term commitment. By recognizing a 50-year marriage, the resolution underlines the societal importance of enduring relationships and the positive influence they can have on families and communities.

  2. Serves as a model for civic virtues. The Gearys are celebrated not just for their marriage but also for their public-mindedness, supportiveness, and embodiment of ideals like citizenship and human values, setting a standard for others to emulate.

  3. Reinforces the role of family in community cohesion. The resolution notes how the Gearys have fostered a close-knit, supportive family that contributes positively to the community, emphasizing the broader impact of strong familial relationships.

  4. Uses legislative recognition to inspire. By formally acknowledging the Gearys in the legislative record, the resolution aims to memorialize and promote exemplary personal achievements as sources of inspiration and guidance for the wider public.

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Honor Gearys' 50th Anniversary

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Sponsors

Primary sponsor
Patty Ritchie

Senator · Senate District 48

Chair, Agriculture

No co-sponsors yet.

History

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

Full text

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Senate Resolution No. 160 BY: Senator RITCHIE CONGRATULATING Mr. and Mrs. Roland F. Geary upon the occasion of celebrating their 50th Wedding Anniversary WHEREAS, Roland F. and Patricia G. Geary of Lisbon, New York, were united in marriage on November 23,… Show all

Senate Resolution No. 160 BY: Senator RITCHIE CONGRATULATING Mr. and Mrs. Roland F. Geary upon the occasion of celebrating their 50th Wedding Anniversary WHEREAS, Roland F. and Patricia G. Geary of Lisbon, New York, were united in marriage on November 23, 1966; the couple celebrated their Golden Anniversary with an Open House and buffet lunch at the Lisbon American Legion on November 26, 2016; and WHEREAS, Mr. and Mrs. Roland F. Geary are the proud parents of four children, James Dow, Nancy McCullough, Timothy Dow and Dawn Geary; and WHEREAS, Mr. and Mrs. Roland F. Geary are and always have been a tower of strength, support, understanding and limitless love for their family; and WHEREAS, Their love, devotion, caring, sensitivity and responsiveness to their family, friends and all who know them are their hallmark and tradition; and WHEREAS, Mr. and Mrs. Roland F. Geary have lived and continue to live their lives with great dignity and genuine grace, always demonstrating a deep and continuing concern for human values and ideals, and in so doing, they have inspired others to do the same; and WHEREAS, This meaningful occasion is the result of the love, hard work and spirit that this couple has invested in their marriage; and WHEREAS, They have passed these same values to their loved ones, producing a family that is close-knit and supportive of its individual members, public-minded in its relations to the community and committed to the ideals of citizenship upon which this Nation was founded; and WHEREAS, Mr. and Mrs. Roland F. Geary have touched the lives of their family and many friends through the shining example of their marriage, which is a testament to the devotion and admiration which they possess for one another; and WHEREAS, The longevity of this enduring marriage truly marks a milestone in life's journey, an event of personal triumph and joy; and WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that when an occasion of such importance is brought to our attention, the same should be memorialized by us for the edification and emulation of others; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to congratulate Mr. and Mrs. Roland F. Geary upon the occasion of celebrating their 50th Wedding Anniversary; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Mr. and Mrs. Roland F. Geary.

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