Congratulate John Amoriell's 105th Birthday

Senate Resolution No. 936 BY: Senator LITTLE CONGRATULATING John Amoriell upon the occasion of celebrating his 105th 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 John Amoriell upon the occasion of his 105th Birthday celebrated on December 31, 2016; and WHEREAS, John Amoriell was born on December 31, 1911, to Sam and Mary (Maglione) Amoriell; he and his six brothers and sisters grew up in a four-house tenement on Washington Street in Tupper Lake, New York; and WHEREAS, John Amoriell left school before the fifth grade, and sold berries for 10 to 25 cents to provide for himself and his family during the Great Depression; and WHEREAS, In 1937, John Amoriell married the former Mildred Exware, and together the couple raised two children, Sam and Annette; in 2010, the love of his life passed away at the age of 91; and WHEREAS, In 1945, the Amoriells bought a home on Washington Street; John lived there until he moved to Mercy Living Center in September of

36 years; and WHEREAS, While he was working, John Amoriell and his wife were privileged to be able to travel in a trailer provided by the railroad; they visited small cities such as Utica, Amsterdam, Little Falls, Herkimer, Schenectady, and Poughkeepsie, New York; and WHEREAS, After his much deserved retirement in 1969, John Amoriell relished hunting and fishing in the great outdoors until the age of 91; and WHEREAS, Today, John Amoriell reflects on his long and distinguished life; he fondly remembers a beautiful life with his beloved wife and family; he enjoys his new home at Mercy Living Center where he likes to do his bookwork, watch television and occasionally visit with family and friends; and WHEREAS, John Amoriell, with his zest for life, has inspired and enhanced the lives of his family and friends; 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, John Amoriell 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 John Amoriell upon the occasion of celebrating his 105th Birthday; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to John Amoriell.