Honor Elizabeth Cadwallader Award

Senate Resolution No. 46 BY: Senator BRESLIN HONORING Elizabeth Cadwallader upon the occasion of her designation as recipient of the Senior Lifetime Achievement Award by the Capital District Senior Issues Forum on October 10, 2018 WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to recognize that the quality and character of life in the communities across New York State are reflective of the concerned and dedicated efforts of those individuals who would devote themselves to the welfare of the community and its citizenry; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Elizabeth Cadwallader upon the occasion of her designation as recipient of the Senior Lifetime Achievement Award by the Capital District Senior Issues Forum to be celebrated at its 19th Annual Senior Lifetime Achievement Award Ceremony on Wednesday, October 10, 2018, at Congregation Beth Emeth in Albany, New York; and WHEREAS, The Capital District Senior Issues Forum is a voluntary initiative among faith communities, organizations and individuals which provides support for seniors in the capital district through education and dialogue; and WHEREAS, Since 1998, this vital organization has focused on senior housing issues by bringing together caregivers, faith organizations, government officials, housing facilities, administrators and seniors themselves; and WHEREAS, For the past 19 years, the Capital District Senior Issues Forum has honored hundreds of senior citizens over the age of 85 for their lifetime achievements; and WHEREAS, Elizabeth Cadwallader is being recognized as an extraordinary senior for her tireless efforts in making a difference in the lives of others and for giving selflessly in community service; and WHEREAS, Born on August 20, 1931, Elizabeth "Betty" Cadwallader was raised in Erie, Pennsylvania; an active young girl, she was a member of the Junior Olympics Shuttle Relay Team; and WHEREAS, After graduating from high school in 1949 with a Dictaphone Operating Medal, Elizabeth Cadwallader landed a great job with General Electric right out of high school; in 1952, she was selected 2nd runner up for the Miss Colgate of Erie Pennsylvania and surrounding areas title; and WHEREAS, In 1958, Elizabeth Cadwallader married her former husband, Dick, and soon thereafter, were blessed with their two children, Dawn and Mark; she stayed home to raise the children and eventually re-entered the workforce as a Kelly Girl; she then worked for GE, RPI and CT Male until she officially retired in 1996; and WHEREAS, Elizabeth Cadwallader was a faithful member of the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church where she served as both a Sunday school teacher and principal; she was actively involved with the Bible Study program and helped serve lunch to the homeless and nursing home residents; and WHEREAS, In addition to her work with her church, Elizabeth Cadwallader enjoyed making heart shaped pillows for VA patients and blankets for children in Haiti; she was the very first social member of the USS Albany Association and was a participant in Beta Sigma Phi; and WHEREAS, Rare indeed is the impressive dedication shown by an individual for the benefit of others which Elizabeth Cadwallader has displayed throughout her life; she is an involved, caring person, who is always willing and able to lend a helping hand, a listening ear and a kind word; and WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that when individuals of such noble aims and accomplishments are brought to our attention, they should be celebrated and recognized by all the citizens of this great Empire State; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to honor Elizabeth Cadwallader upon the occasion of her designation as recipient of the Senior Lifetime Achievement Award by the Capital District Senior Issues Forum on October 10, 2018; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Elizabeth Cadwallader.