Honor Daniel D. Boone

Senate Resolution No. 4716 BY: Senator LITTLE MOURNING the death of Daniel D. Boone, distinguished citizen and devoted member of his community WHEREAS, It is with great sorrow and deep regret that this Legislative Body records the passing of Daniel D. Boone, noting the significance of his purposeful life and accomplishments; and WHEREAS, Daniel D. Boone of Granville, New York, whose life was defined by his unique dedication to community service and love for family, died on Monday, April 2, 2018, at the age of 75; and WHEREAS, Born on August 31, 1942, in Granville, New York, Daniel D. Boone was the son of the late Daniel Kenneth Boone and Helen Beattie Boone of Wells, Vermont; and WHEREAS, After graduating from Granville High School in 1960, Daniel D. Boone attended the University of Vermont, where he was a member of the Lambda Iota Society fraternity, and earned both his bachelor's and master's degrees; and WHEREAS, Daniel D. Boone began his teaching career at the West Rutland School District before taking a position with Argyle Central School in 1969, as a history teacher; and WHEREAS, Throughout his illustrious tenure, he led the Canadian Studies, Humanities and Student Government programs and mentored students to be active and engaged participants in the political process; he was also an adviser to several classes, coached the ski team and regularly organized student trips; and WHEREAS, In addition, he served as an adjunct professor, teaching evening classes at Adirondack Community College; and WHEREAS, Upon his retirement after 37 years of dedicated service to his students, Daniel D. Boone was elected as Town Assessor for the Town of Granville, a position he continued to hold at the time of his death; and WHEREAS, Daniel D. Boone and his loving wife, Cynthia (Cindy) Hammond Boone, were united in marriage on November 21, 1969, at the Middle Granville Presbyterian Church and celebrated 48 wonderful years together; and WHEREAS, With a steadfast and unwavering commitment to his community, Daniel D. Boone was a proud union activist in New York State United Teachers (NYSUT); he also served the Rails to Trails Conservancy, Washington County Historical Society and Granville Snowmobile Club; and WHEREAS, Furthermore, Daniel D. Boone led an Eagle Scout program, was an active member of the Free & Accepted Masons, and served several years as secretary of the Modern Woodman of America, where he was an active member for 60 years; and WHEREAS, Daniel D. Boone is survived by his wife, Cynthia; four children, Tanya (Robert), Daniel James (Brooke), Jeffrey (Hadley) and Seth (Hayden); four grandchildren, Adam, Carson, Lincoln and Madison; and a sister, Donah (Conrad); as well as several sisters- and brothers-in-law; nieces, nephews and cousins; and WHEREAS, Armed with a humanistic spirit and imbued with a sense of compassion, Daniel D. Boone leaves behind a legacy which will long endure the passage of time and will remain as a comforting memory to all he served and befriended; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to mourn the death of Daniel D. Boone, distinguished citizen and devoted member of his community; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to the family of Daniel D. Boone.