Honor 100th Birthday Milestone

Senate Resolution No. 506 BY: Senator BONACIC CONGRATULATING Charles P. Eichenauer upon the occasion of celebrating his 100th Birthday 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, Born in 1916, Charles P. Eichenauer celebrated his 100th Birthday with friends and family, including multiple generations of nieces and nephews, on Friday, November 18, 2016, at Oscar Brown's Restaurant, Liberty, New York; and WHEREAS, Furthermore, in recognition of this momentous occasion and to honor his military service, the Quilts of Valor Foundation presented Charles P. Eichenauer with his own quilt; and WHEREAS, This exceptional centenarian, with his zest for life, has inspired and enhanced the lives of his family and friends; and WHEREAS, A World War II veteran, Charles P. Eichenauer is a lifelong resident of Liberty, New York, where he has lived in the same house since the age of two; and WHEREAS, This distinguished man 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, A true asset to his community, Charles P. Eichenauer was a member of the Liberty Volunteer Ambulance Corps for many years; in addition, he remains an active member of St. Paul's Evangelical Lutheran Church; and WHEREAS, Charles P. Eichenauer has enriched the lives of those around him through his 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 Charles P. Eichenauer upon the occasion of celebrating his 100th Birthday; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Charles P. Eichenauer.