Honor Ulyses Jackson’s 100th Birthday

Senate Resolution No. 1644 BY: Senator COMRIE CONGRATULATING Ulyses Jackson upon the occasion of his induction into the Century Club at the Chapin Home for the Aging on May 31, 2019 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, This Legislative Body is justly proud to congratulate Ulyses Jackson upon the occasion of his induction into the Century Club at the Chapin Home for the Aging to be celebrated at its 150th Anniversary Event on Friday, May 31, 2019; and WHEREAS, The Chapin Home for the Aging was founded by Mrs. Edwin Chapin in Manhattan, New York, in 1869; since its inception, this 5-Star CMS rated facility has strived to provide a true home for the aging men and women who live there by providing serenity and security which has always been envisioned as essential and appropriate to the latter part of life; and WHEREAS, Born in Winnsboro, South Carolina, Ulyses Jackson proudly served his country as a member of the United States Army, and would often talk about his time in Germany; and WHEREAS, Ulyses Jackson has been a member of the Chapin Home community since April of 2017; today, at the age of 103, he attributes his strength to his faith, his four children who remain very involved in his life, and his love for jazz music, especially Cab Calloway; and WHEREAS, Ulyses Jackson, with his zest for life, has inspired and enhanced the lives of his 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, Ulyses Jackson 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 Ulyses Jackson upon the occasion of his induction into the Century Club at the Chapin Home for the Aging on May 31, 2019; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Ulyses Jackson.