Honor Terell D. Goodson

Senate Resolution No. 3163 BY: Senator PARKER MOURNING the death of Terell D. Goodson, Sr., distinguished citizen and devoted member of his community WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to pay tribute to citizens of the State of New York whose lifework and civic endeavor served to enhance the quality of life in their communities and the great State of New York; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, it is the sense of this Legislative Body to mourn the death of Terell Dan'te Goodson, Sr., distinguished citizen and devoted member of his community; and WHEREAS, Terell D. Goodson, Sr. attended Intermediate 109 Junior High School before graduating from Martin van Buren High School; and WHEREAS, A Barber and a Licensed Security Officer, Terell D. Goodson, Sr.distinguished himself in his professions and by his sincere dedication and substantial contribution to the welfare of his community; and WHEREAS, Terell D. Goodson, Sr.'s commitment to excellence, and his spirit of humanity, carried over into all fields of enterprise, including charitable and civic endeavors; he was instrumental in implementing a Recreational Center to benefit the youth of New York City; and WHEREAS, Terell D. Goodson, Sr. is survived by his son, Terell D. Goodson, Jr., affectionately known as TJ; and WHEREAS, Armed with a humanistic spirit and imbued with a sense of compassion, Terell D. Goodson, Sr. 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 Terell Dan'te Goodson, Sr., and to express its deepest condolences to his family; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to the family of Terell Dan'te Goodson, Sr.