Honor Marie Robertson’s 100th Birthday

Senate Resolution No. 4566 BY: Senator HANNON CONGRATULATING Marie Rita Robertson 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 Marie Rita Robertson upon the occasion of celebrating her 100th Birthday; and WHEREAS, Marie Rita Zorn was born on January 17, 1918, in Brooklyn, New York; she graduated from the Wyckoff Heights Hospital Nursing Program in 1939; and WHEREAS, In 1942, Marie enlisted in the United States Army, serving in India; and WHEREAS, Marie married Charles Robertson and together they had two wonderful children, Charles Jr. and Deborah; and WHEREAS, The Robertson family moved to East Meadow where Marie worked at Meadowbrook Hospital and Nassau University Medical Center as a labor and delivery nurse; and WHEREAS, Marie Rita Robertson was widowed after 63 years of marriage; today, she is the proud grandmother of four grandsons, and four great-grandchildren; and WHEREAS, Marie Rita Robertson 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, Marie Rita Robertson, who enjoys reading, puzzles and television, 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 Marie Rita Robertson upon the occasion of celebrating her 100th Birthday; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Marie Rita Robertson.