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J989Senate2019-2020 SessionResolution

Honor Aurora M. Goncalves

Official title

“Mourning the death of Aurora M. Goncalves, devoted wife and mother, distinguished citizen and dedicated member of her community”

Sponsor Pete HarckhamSD-40
Status
Adopted
Impact
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Outcome
Adopted

What's happening

This resolution honors the life and legacy of Aurora M. Goncalves, a devoted wife, mother, and community member.

Why it matters

  1. Highlights the contributions of immigrants. By recognizing Aurora M. Goncalves’s journey from Portugal to Brazil and ultimately to New York, the resolution underscores the valuable role of immigrant communities in shaping local culture and economy.

  2. Celebrates working-class contributions. Aurora’s work in the garment industry is specifically mentioned, bringing attention to the often-overlooked impact of working-class individuals on community development and economic growth.

  3. Emphasizes the importance of family and community service. The resolution not only honors her as a wife and mother, but also as someone deeply involved in charitable and civic activities, highlighting how personal dedication can leave a lasting legacy in the community.

  4. Provides a model of compassion and resilience. By detailing her life’s challenges and achievements, the resolution offers an example of perseverance, compassion, and service that can inspire others in the community to contribute similarly.

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Honor Aurora M. Goncalves

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Sponsors

Primary sponsor
Pete Harckham

Senator · Senate District 40

Chair, Alcoholism And Substance Abuse

No co-sponsors yet.

History

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

Full text

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Senate Resolution No. 989 BY: Senator HARCKHAM MOURNING the death of Aurora M. Goncalves, devoted wife and mother, distinguished citizen and dedicated member of her community WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to pay tribute to citizens of the… Show all

Senate Resolution No. 989 BY: Senator HARCKHAM MOURNING the death of Aurora M. Goncalves, devoted wife and mother, distinguished citizen and dedicated member of her community WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to pay tribute to citizens of the State of New York whose lifework and civic endeavor served to enhance the quality of life in their communities and the great State of New York; and WHEREAS, Aurora M. Goncalves of Mount Vernon, New York passed away on Tuesday, March 26, 2019, at the age of 89; and WHEREAS, Born on September 25, 1929, Aurora Maria Afonso was the daughter of the late Antonio Afonso and Filomena Rosa De Miranda; and WHEREAS, Aurora M. Afonso and Joao Goncalves were united in marriage on August 5, 1961; in the early 1960s, the couple emigrated to Brazil where their son, Antonio, was born in 1963; and WHEREAS, In 1970, Aurora M. Goncalves and her young family emigrated to the United States and settled in Mount Vernon, where she worked in the garment industry; and WHEREAS, Aurora M. Goncalves's commitment to excellence, and her spirit of humanity, carried over into all fields of enterprise, including charitable and civic endeavors; and WHEREAS, Predeceased by her siblings, Anibal, Virginia and Ana Rosa, Aurora M. Goncalves is survived by her husband of 57 years, Joao; a son, Antonio (Darlene); two grandchildren, John and Alec; and four siblings, Delfim, Domingos, Ilidio and Florinda; and WHEREAS, Armed with a humanistic spirit and imbued with a sense of compassion, Aurora M. Goncalves leaves behind a legacy which will long endure the passage of time and will remain as a comforting memory to all she served and befriended; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to mourn the death of Aurora M. Goncalves, devoted wife and mother, distinguished citizen and dedicated member of her community; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to the family of Aurora M. Goncalves.

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