Honor Veteran John J. Brisee

March 5, 2018 WHEREAS, Members of the Armed Services from the State of New York, who have served so valiantly and honorably in wars in which this country's freedom was at stake, as well as in the preservation of peace in peacetime, deserve a special salute; and WHEREAS, It is the intent of this Legislative Body to commend those who have served in times of active conflict, as well as those who have served in times of peace; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor John J. Brisee posthumously upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition by Albany County at its Honor A Veteran Ceremony on Monday, March 5, 2018, at the VFW Sheehy-Palmer Post, Albany, New York; and WHEREAS, In June of 1993, a committee was formed by the Albany County Veterans Bureau known as the Albany County Honor-A-Veteran Committee; the committee was formed to honor a deceased Albany County veteran, who has served his country in time of conflict; the Honor A Veteran Program takes place on the first Monday of each month; and WHEREAS, For his courageous and dedicated service to his country, John J. Brisee will be recognized at this year's March Honor A Veteran Ceremony; and WHEREAS, John J. Brisee was born on March 2, 1959, in Albany, New York; served his country with honor and distinction from 1976 to 2010, as a member of the United States Army and National Guard during the Cold War and the War on Terrorism; and WHEREAS, Throughout his illustrious military career, John J. Brisee served with several units including: Headquarters & Headquarters Detachment State Area Command, 42nd Infantry Division, Company G 42nd Maintenance Support Battalion, Company E 42nd Maintenance Support Battalion, Headquarters & Headquarters Company 1st Battalion 105th Infantry, Company D 1st Battalion 105th Infantry, and 501st Explosive Ordnance Disposal Battalion; and WHEREAS, Achieving the rank of Sergeant First Class, John J. Brisee was awarded the Meritorious Service Medal, Army Commendation Medal, three Army Achievement Medals, six Army Good Conduct Medals, two Army Reserve Components Achievement Medals, two National Defense Service Medals, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, three Non Commissioned Officer Professional Development Ribbons, Army Service Ribbon, Army Reserve Components Overseas Training Ribbon, two New York State Military Commendation Medals, two New York State Medals for Humane Service, and two New York State Aid to Civil Authority Medals; and WHEREAS, John J. Brisee died on May 3, 2016, at the age of 57; and WHEREAS, Residents of this great State must never forget the courage with which these men and women served their country, and must recognize that no greater debt is owed than that owed to those who gave their lives for their beloved Nation and to those who continue to be missing in action; and WHEREAS, Having exhibited their patriotism both at home and abroad, these men and women demonstrated their love for their country and merit forevermore, the highest respect of their State and Nation; and WHEREAS, Our Nation's veterans deserve to be recognized, commended and thanked by the people of the State of New York for their service and for their dedication to their communities, their State and their Nation; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to honor John J. Brisee posthumously upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition by Albany County at its Honor A Veteran Ceremony on March 5, 2018; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to the family of John J. Brisee.