New York J 5655: Mourning the death of Geraldine E. DeAngelo, family matriarch, distinguished citizen and devoted member of her community

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Senate Resolution No. 5655
Senator AKSHARBY:
the death of Geraldine E. DeAngelo,MOURNING
family matriarch, distinguished citizen and devoted
member of her community
It is the custom of this Legislative Body to pay tribute toWHEREAS,
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
Geraldine E. DeAngelo of Binghamton, New York died onWHEREAS,
Wednesday, May 23, 2018, at the age of 81; and
Geraldine "Gerry" Elizabeth Badger was born to Marie andWHEREAS,
Frederick Badger on October 2, 1936, in Binghamton, New York; and
For most of her life, Geraldine E. DeAngelo has been anWHEREAS,
active and cherished member of her community; through the Neighborhood
Theater, she met her husband Geno, and they were married in 1957;
together, the couple raised their five children on the south side of
Binghamton; and
Geraldine E. DeAngelo distinguished herself in herWHEREAS,
profession and by her sincere dedication and substantial contribution to
the welfare of her community; and
For many years, Geraldine E. DeAngelo worked with CatholicWHEREAS,
Charities, and led the YWCA Encore Plus Program, funding mammograms for
women in need; and
Geraldine E. DeAngelo was a great supporter of herWHEREAS,
husband's career and ran two successful campaigns for his elected post
of Sheriff of Broome County from 1990-1998; and
Geraldine E. DeAngelo's commitment to excellence, and herWHEREAS,
spirit of humanity, carried over into all fields of enterprise,
including charitable and civic endeavors; and
Dedicated to the community in which she lived, worked andWHEREAS,
played, Geraldine E. DeAngelo served on numerous boards and community
service initiatives; and
A woman of many passions and interests, Geraldine E.WHEREAS,
DeAngelo liked to stay fit by swimming, skiing and playing golf; she
lovingly tended to her gardens, relished a lively discussion about
politics, and was a history buff; and
Geraldine E. DeAngelo was a long-standing member of theWHEREAS,
Wine Society and often hosted parties in her home; she traveled with her
friends, organized trips for clubs and enjoyed watching the latest
Broadway show and exploring the museums of New York City; and

An avid reader, Geraldine E. DeAngelo was an active memberWHEREAS,
of the Friends of the Library Association, and was a faithful congregant
of Tabernacle United Methodist Church; and
Predeceased by her parents, her beloved husband of 43WHEREAS,
years, Geno DeAngelo, and her son, Geno F. DeAngelo, Geraldine E.
DeAngelo is survived by her four children, Christopher DeAngelo, Phillip
(Elizabeth) DeAngelo, Linda (Mikel) Lidell, and Amy (John Ruotolo)
DeAngelo; one daughter-in-law, Karen DeAngelo; 12 grandchildren,
Christopher, Deanna, Michael, Scott, Cara, Gina, Marcus, Geno, Rocco,
Gianni, Nicholas and William; three great-grandchildren, Brady, Jake and
Giovani; her brother, Frederick, his wife, Jacqueline; and many other
family members and friends who will long cherish her memory; and
Geraldine E. DeAngelo truly loved the good things in life,WHEREAS,
most especially her beloved family; she will always be remembered for
her generous spirit, quick wit and zest for life; and
Armed with a humanistic spirit and imbued with a sense ofWHEREAS,
compassion, Geraldine E. DeAngelo 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
That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations toRESOLVED,
mourn the death of Geraldine E. DeAngelo, family matriarch,
distinguished citizen and devoted member of her community; and be it
further
That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, beRESOLVED,
transmitted to the family of Geraldine E. DeAngelo.