Honor Nece Bryson's 100th Birthday

Senate Resolution No. 422 BY: Senator COMRIE CONGRATULATING Nece B. Bryson Sr. upon the occasion of celebrating her 100th Birthday 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 Nece B. Bryson Sr. upon the occasion of celebrating her 100th Birthday on Saturday, March 2, 2019, at MIST, in Harlem, New York; and WHEREAS, Born on in 1919, in Greenwood, South Carolina, Nece Bell Scott married the love of her life, Charlie Bryson, at Long Branch Baptist Church in Greenville, before relocating to New York City in

1940; and WHEREAS, In 1941, Nece B. Bryson Sr. joined Friendship Baptist Church, where she was a member of the Usher Board, Gardening Club, and cleaned the church alongside her husband; she remained a faithful member of the congregation for more than 75 years; and WHEREAS, A true asset to her community, Nece B. Bryson Sr. dressed the Maypole yearly at her children's school, PS89, and participated on the Community Board for the Police Athletic League in the 32nd Precinct; and WHEREAS, In addition, she served the Harlem Boys & Girls Club, participated in various fashion shows, and made decorations for the local children's parade; and WHEREAS, Nece B. Bryson Sr. served the summer youth program at Southern Queens Park Association, now called Roy Wilkins Park, where she worked with youth in keeping the grounds clean and prepared lunch for the children; she also worked in the Library at St. John's University; and WHEREAS, This exceptional centenarian, with her zest for life, has inspired and enhanced the lives of her family and friends; and WHEREAS, A true humanitarian, Nece B. Bryson Sr. took in several homeless women through the years, and today, her home remains a refuge for those in need, as well as for her children, grandchildren, nieces and nephews; and WHEREAS, Nece B. Bryson Sr. has enriched the lives of those around her through her 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 Nece B. Bryson Sr. upon the occasion of her 100th Birthday; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Nece B. Bryson Sr.