Honor Josephine Egger at 100

Senate Resolution No. 727 BY: Senator O'MARA CONGRATULATING Josephine Egger upon the occasion of celebrating her 100th Birthday WHEREAS, Senior citizens bring a wealth of experience and knowledge to the increasingly active roles that they play in today's society; their past contributions and current participation are vital to the fabric of community life and activity; and WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to honor and pay tribute to those outstanding individuals who have helped build and shape this Empire State; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to congratulate Josephine Egger upon the occasion of celebrating her 100th Birthday; and WHEREAS, Born Josephine Herrick on April 24, 1919, in Sayre, Pennsylvania, she had seven siblings; and WHEREAS, Josephine married James E. Egger on January 16, 1943, and together they had three children, Mary Sharon, James, and Paul; today, Josephine is the loving grandmother of 10 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren; and WHEREAS, This exceptional centenarian, with her zest for life, has inspired and enhanced the lives of her family and friends; and WHEREAS, This distinguished woman has experienced the incredible joys and sorrows characteristic of and reserved for those with the stamina and courage to savor a full life; and WHEREAS, This beloved woman 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, Josephine Egger resides with her daughter and son-in-law, Mary and Tom Secondo in Hornell, New York; 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 Josephine Egger upon the occasion of celebrating her 100th Birthday; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Josephine Egger.