Honor George L. Cooke

Senate Resolution No. 3614 BY: Senator BONACIC COMMENDING The Honorable George L. Cooke posthumously upon the occasion of his induction into the Monticello High School Hall of Distinction Class of 2017 WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to take note of and publicly acknowledge individuals who distinguished themselves through their exemplary careers, accomplishments, and purposeful lives of service to their community; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commend The Honorable George L. Cooke posthumously upon the occasion of his induction into the Monticello High School Hall of Distinction Class of 2017; this momentous occasion was celebrated on Friday, November 3,

2017, at the Arnold Packer Hughs Auditorium in Monticello High School; and WHEREAS, A member of the Monticello High School Class of 1895, Judge George L. Cooke was an outstanding example of a self-made man; and WHEREAS, In his capacity as Sullivan County Judge, George L. Cooke served with loyalty, honor and distinction, was governed by a keen sense of duty and always showed a unique grasp of human problems in his official acts; and WHEREAS, Judge George L. Cooke was known among his colleagues and in his community to be fair and scrupulously conscientious, having the utmost respect for the position he held; and WHEREAS, Through his work addressing legal issues that make a significant impact on the quality of life within a community, Judge George L. Cooke contributed countless hours to the betterment of his community; and WHEREAS, Devoted to the legal community, Judge George L. Cooke was a member of both the State Bar Association and New York State Committee on Children's Court; and WHEREAS, In addition to his role as Judge, George L. Cooke also served as a teacher, and the Director of the National Union Bank; he was a vital participant of many community organizations including the Boy Scouts, Monticello Fire Department, and Child's Aid Society; he also held the title of 4th Degree Officer in the Knights of Columbus; and WHEREAS, Throughout the entire period of his community service, a period of constructive involvement, Judge George L. Cooke stood constant in dignity, good grace and humor; to honor his legacy of fairness and steadfast commitment, the elementary school was named after him; and WHEREAS, Rare indeed is the impressive dedication shown by an individual for the benefit of others which Judge George L. Cooke displayed throughout his life; and WHEREAS, It has always been the objective of this Legislative Body to honor and support those individuals who displayed their commitment to the betterment of their communities, and it is the intent of this Legislative Body to inscribe upon its records this tribute to Judge George L. Cooke, that future generations may know and appreciate his admirable character, his many benevolent deeds, and the respect and esteem in which he is held by his peers; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to commend The Honorable George L. Cooke upon the occasion of his induction into the Monticello High School Hall of Distinction Class of 2017; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to the family of The Honorable George L. Cooke.