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J3296Senate2017-2018 SessionResolution

Honor 70th Wedding Anniversary

Official title

“Congratulating Mr. and Mrs. Fred J. Kocher upon the occasion of celebrating their 70th Wedding Anniversary”

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

What's happening

This resolution congratulates Fred J. and Arlene M. Kocher on their 70th wedding anniversary and honors their family legacy.

Why it matters

  1. Highlights the importance of long-term commitment and family values. , using the Kochers’ marriage as an example that can inspire others in the community to prioritize strong relationships and mutual support.

  2. Emphasizes the role of family legacy and intergenerational influence. , noting how the Kochers have passed on values of public-mindedness and citizenship to their children and grandchildren, reinforcing ideals seen as foundational to society.

  3. Serves as a public recognition of personal achievement and community contribution. , illustrating how individual milestones—like a 70th wedding anniversary—are honored by the state as noteworthy events that contribute to the social fabric.

  4. Intends to memorialize positive examples for future generations. , suggesting that such legislative resolutions aren’t just ceremonial, but are meant to encourage others to emulate the qualities and virtues celebrated in the honorees.

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Honor 70th Wedding 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. 3296 BY: Senator RITCHIE CONGRATULATING Mr. and Mrs. Fred J. Kocher upon the occasion of celebrating their 70th Wedding Anniversary WHEREAS, Fred J. Kocher and Arlene M. Hood, residents of Alexandria Bay, were united in marriage on June… Show all

Senate Resolution No. 3296 BY: Senator RITCHIE CONGRATULATING Mr. and Mrs. Fred J. Kocher upon the occasion of celebrating their 70th Wedding Anniversary WHEREAS, Fred J. Kocher and Arlene M. Hood, residents of Alexandria Bay, were united in marriage on June 17, 1947, in Endicott, New York; and WHEREAS, They celebrated their 70th Anniversary on June 3, 2017, at the Village Hall in Alexandria Bay; and WHEREAS, Mr. and Mrs. Fred J. Kocher are the proud parents of five children, Ronald, Lynn, Donna and twin sons, Gary and Barry, and the loving grandparents of several grandchildren and one great-grandson; and WHEREAS, Mr. and Mrs. Fred J. Kocher 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. Fred J. Kocher 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. Fred J. Kocher 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. Fred J. Kocher upon the occasion of celebrating their 70th Wedding Anniversary; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Mr. and Mrs. Fred J. Kocher.

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