Honor Bob Stocking Award

Senate Resolution No. 343 BY: Senator RANZENHOFER HONORING Bob Stocking upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of the 2018 Genesean of the Year Award by the Genesee County Chamber of Commerce WHEREAS, The unity of our State and Nation is built upon the compassion of individuals such as Bob Stocking who uphold the values of community life and who, through their great actions, epitomize the best of humanity; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Bob Stocking upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of the

2018 Genesean of the Year Award by the Genesee County Chamber of Commerce to be celebrated at its 46th Annual Awards Ceremony on Saturday, March 2, 2019, at the Quality Inn & Suites in Batavia, New York; and WHEREAS, Bob Stocking has been called upon to contribute his time and talents to numerous civic and charitable endeavors and has always given of himself unstintingly; and WHEREAS, A true asset to his community, 83 year old Bob Stocking has spent a lifetime steadfastly supporting countless individuals and organizations throughout Genesee County; during the time he and his wife owned a tack shop, the couple would often supply a 4-H rider with accessories required to participate in the local fair; and WHEREAS, Furthermore, Bob Stocking donated several boxes of horse trophies to be reused by the Genesee County Fair; and WHEREAS, A lifetime member of the East Pembroke Fire Department, Bob Stocking remains an active volunteer; and WHEREAS, This extraordinary man also serves as Chair of the annual Bontrager's Auction Barn event, an old fashioned barn dance with proceeds benefiting such vital non-profit organizations as Mercy Flight, Genesee Cancer Assistance and Crossroads House; and WHEREAS, Throughout the entire period of his community service, a period of constructive involvement, Bob Stocking has stood constant in dignity, good grace and humor; and WHEREAS, With him throughout has been his wife, Donna, who has shown him love and support and rejoices in his many achievements; and WHEREAS, Rare indeed is the impressive dedication shown by an individual for the benefit of others which Bob Stocking has displayed throughout his life; and WHEREAS, It has always been the objective of this Legislative Body to honor and support those individuals who have displayed their commitment to the betterment of their communities, and it is the intent of this Legislative Body to inscribe upon its records, this tribute to Bob Stocking, that future generations may know and appreciate his admirable character, his many benevolent deeds, and the respect and esteem in which he is held by his peers; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to honor Bob Stocking upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of the 2018 Genesean of the Year Award by the Genesee County Chamber of Commerce; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Bob Stocking.