Honor Sophie Mistkowski’s 100th Birthday

Senate Resolution No. 2194 BY: Senator LAVALLE CONGRATULATING Sophie Mistkowski upon the occasion of celebrating her 100th Birthday WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to commemorate and recognize certain milestones celebrated by citizens of this great Empire State; and 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 Sophie Mistkowski upon the occasion of her 100th Birthday to be celebrated with friends and family at a Brunch held in her honor on Sunday, May 21, 2017, at Harbor Bistro in East Hampton, New York; and WHEREAS, Sophie Mistkowski was born on May 15, 1917, to Polish immigrants, Teofil and Wladystawa Mistkowski in Water Mill, New York; and WHEREAS, Sophie Mistkowski attended school in Water Mill through the fifth grade; after moving to Southampton, New York, she was a student at the local school until eighth grade; she then held several odd jobs until she moved to Jamaica, Queens, at the age of 18 to study at beauty school; and WHEREAS, After graduation, Sophie Mistkowski was employed at several salons until she obtained a long-term position in Valley Stream, New York; after many years, she returned to her family homestead in Water Mill to live with her sister and brothers; and WHEREAS, Sophie Mistkowski founded the Water Mill Beauty Salon and remained a sole proprietor until her retirement in the late 1980s when she moved to East Hampton with her brother Vincent; since his death in

1995, Sophie lives alone and remains completely independent, driving herself to the grocery store every Wednesday morning; and WHEREAS, A devout Catholic, Sophie Mistkowski was baptized at Sacred Hearts of Jesus and Mary Roman Catholic Church in Southampton, New York, and still receives Holy Communion every week through Most Holy Trinity Parish in East Hampton, New York; and WHEREAS, A kind and sweet woman, Sophie Mistkowksi has a great sense of humor and is always the first one to laugh at a good joke; and WHEREAS, Sophie Mistkowski, 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, Sophie Mistkowski 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 Sophie Mistkowski upon the occasion of celebrating her 100th Birthday; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Sophie Mistkowski.