New York J 2296: Honoring longtime educational professional Delores Roberts for a lifetime of service upon the occasion of her retirement

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J02296 Summary:

BILL NOJ02296 

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SAME ASNo Same As

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SPONSORHARCKHAM

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BILL NOJ02296 

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05/29/2026REFERRED TO FINANCE

06/02/2026REPORTED TO CALENDAR FOR CONSIDERATION

06/02/2026ADOPTED

06/04/2026REPORTED TO CALENDAR FOR CONSIDERATION

06/04/2026ADOPTED

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Senate Resolution No. 2296

BY: Senator HARCKHAM

 MOURNING the death of Arthur Francis Harkins, Jr.,
 distinguished citizen and devoted member of his
 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, Arthur Francis Harkins, Jr., of Verplanck, New York, died
on April 11, 2026, at the age of 64; and

 WHEREAS, Arthur Francis "Arty" Harkins, Jr., was born to Arthur F.
Harkins, Sr., and Jean Harkins in Peekskill, New York, on November 13,
1961; and

 WHEREAS, Arthur Harkins was a dedicated member of his community,
serving as a longtime member of the Montrose Fire Department and the
Buchanan Fire Department; and

 WHEREAS, Arthur Harkins was a family man; he enjoyed spending time
with his wife and grandchildren; known for his love of the Boston Red
Sox and the New York Giants, he also enjoyed playing golf, traveling,
and enjoying a cold beer in his backyard; he was the life of every
party, known for his sense of humor and unmatched quick wit; and

 WHEREAS, A lifelong Verplanck resident, Arthur Francis Harkins, Jr.,
is survived by his loving wife, Kristin O'Sullivan-Harkins; children,
Amanda Fell and Thomas Ventura; five grandchildren, Miles, Avi, Grayson,
TJ, and Connor; sisters, Betty Jean O'Mara, Maureen (Charles) Eichler,
and Marlene Harkins-Senik; and many nieces and nephews; he was
predeceased by his sister, Eileen M. ( Harkins) Wiese; brothers-in-law,
Harold F. O'Mara, William J. Senik, and Robert J. Wiese; and nephew,
Shawn M. O'Mara, Sr.; now, therefore, be it

 RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
mourn the death of Arthur Francis Harkins, Jr., and to honor his
enduring legacy; and be it further

 RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to the family of Arthur Francis Harkins, Jr.

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