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J356Senate2019-2020 SessionResolution

Honor Firefighter's 70 Years Service

Official title

“Commending Firefighter Edwin Nelson Jr. for special recognition after 70 years of dedicated service to the Lakewood Fire Department”

Sponsor Catharine YoungSD-57
Status
Adopted
Impact
1/10
Minimal
Outcome
Adopted

What's happening

This resolution commends Firefighter Edwin Nelson Jr. for 70 years of dedicated service to the Lakewood Fire Department.

Why it matters

  1. Recognizes the extraordinary longevity and commitment. of Edwin Nelson Jr., whose 70 years of continuous volunteer service highlight the possibility and impact of lifelong civic engagement in local communities.

  2. Underscores the critical role of volunteer firefighters. in public safety—not only as first responders to emergencies but also as pillars of community resilience, often sacrificing personal and family time for the greater good.

  3. Brings attention to the value of intergenerational community service. , as Edwin Nelson Jr.’s story demonstrates how longstanding dedication can inspire others, including family members and neighbors, to support and participate in local volunteer efforts.

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Honor Firefighter's 70 Years Service

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Sponsors

Primary sponsor
Catharine Young

Senator · Senate District 57

No co-sponsors yet.

History

  1. Adopted
  2. Reported to calendar for consideration
  3. Referred to finance

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Senate Resolution No. 356 BY: Senator YOUNG COMMENDING Firefighter Edwin Nelson Jr. upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition after 70 years of dedicated service to the Lakewood Fire Department WHEREAS, Citizens across our State and Nation… Show all

Senate Resolution No. 356 BY: Senator YOUNG COMMENDING Firefighter Edwin Nelson Jr. upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition after 70 years of dedicated service to the Lakewood Fire Department WHEREAS, Citizens across our State and Nation are inspired by and indebted to our noble volunteer firefighters who exhibit courage and bravery every day in the course of their duties; and WHEREAS, Volunteer firefighters exemplify the power of human compassion and the strength of the American spirit through actions of the most heroic magnitude; their sacrifices and their selfless dedication merit tribute and recognition by all citizens of this great country; and WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to commend Firefighter Edwin Nelson Jr. upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition after 70 years of dedicated service to the Lakewood Fire Department to be celebrated at an event on Saturday, February 9,

2019; and WHEREAS, Edwin Nelson Jr. was born to the late Edwin Sr. and Katherine Nelson on September 22, 1929, in Muskegon, Michigan; he and his family moved to Lakewood, New York, where he attended high school; and WHEREAS, Edwin Nelson Jr. proudly served his country as a member of the United States Armed Forces during the Korean War; upon the completion of his service, he worked as a service department supervisor for the Debell Vending Company, the position from which he officially retired in 1994; and WHEREAS, Edwin Nelson Jr. joined the Lakewood Fire Department in

1949; throughout his many years of service, he was always ready and willing to lend a helping hand to anyone who needed it, and was known for his patience and his steadfast and unremitting commitment to the Department and his community; and WHEREAS, When he… Show all

1949; throughout his many years of service, he was always ready and willing to lend a helping hand to anyone who needed it, and was known for his patience and his steadfast and unremitting commitment to the Department and his community; and WHEREAS, When he is not at the firehouse or spending time outdoors fishing, Edwin Nelson Jr. enjoys spending time with his four children, Laura Gilbert, Edwin Nelson III, James B. Nelson and Tracey Emerson; 15 grandchildren, Edwin IV, Nichole, Ryan, Jennifer, Bonnie, James Jr., Ashley, Alicia, Troy, Colten, Miranda, Melissa, Nolan, Michaele and Brian, and his 12 great-grandchildren; he also has wonderful memories of his beloved late wife, Bonnie, and son, Douglas; and WHEREAS, Firefighters unwaveringly serve our great State with pride, valor, and integrity; these respected volunteers are often the first to respond to an emergency, whether the emergency is a fire, transportation accident, natural disaster, act of terrorism, medical crisis, or spill of hazardous materials; and WHEREAS, It takes a special dedication, a strong desire to help others and a tireless sense of community to forsake precious time with family and friends to respond to the signal that a neighbor is in need; Edwin Nelson Jr. is such a firefighter; throughout 70 years of devoted service, this volunteer heroically performed, above and beyond the call of duty, those responsibilities which define the task of fire protection; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to commend Firefighter Edwin Nelson Jr. upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition after 70 years of dedicated service to the Lakewood Fire Department; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Firefighter Edwin Nelson Jr.

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