New York J 2240: Mourning the death of Deborah O. Ramsey, devoted community volunteer, cherished church member, and distinguished member of her community

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J02240 Summary:

BILL NOJ02240 

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SAME ASNo Same As

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SPONSORHARCKHAM

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COSPNSR

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MLTSPNSR

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BILL NOJ02240 

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05/28/2026REFERRED 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. 2240

BY: Senator HARCKHAM

 MOURNING the death of Deborah O. Ramsey, devoted
 community volunteer, cherished church member, and
 distinguished member of her community

 WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to honor the lives
of those distinguished citizens whose compassion, service, and
dedication left a lasting imprint upon their families, communities, and
the State of New York; and

 WHEREAS, Deborah O. Ramsey, a longtime resident of Croton-on-Hudson,
New York, died on February 1, 2026, at the age of 72; and

 WHEREAS, Born on April 10, 1953, in Greensboro, North Carolina,
Deborah Ramsey was the daughter of Jeannette Foster Osborne and William
C. Osborne; and

 WHEREAS, In 1963, Deborah Ramsey moved with her family to
Huntington, Long Island, where she completed her secondary education and
began laying the foundation for a life devoted to learning, service, and
community engagement; and

 WHEREAS, Deborah Ramsey pursued higher education at the University
of North Carolina and later earned degrees in English and Journalism
from Stony Brook University, reflecting her lifelong appreciation for
communication, education, and the written word; and

 WHEREAS, In 1978, Deborah Ramsey married her beloved husband, Robert
Ramsey, whom she met while working together at Underwriter's
Laboratories in Melville, Long Island, and together they built a loving
family and enduring partnership; and

 WHEREAS, Deborah and Robert Ramsey made their home in Huntington in
1980, where they raised their three sons, Logan, Tristan, and Brennan,
and shared their lives with a beloved array of animals, including
Alaskan Malamutes, Irish Wolfhounds, and numerous rescued companions;
and

 WHEREAS, A devoted mother and wife, Deborah Ramsey placed family at
the center of her life and nurtured her children with unwavering love,
guidance, and support; and

 WHEREAS, Deborah Ramsey was a committed and active member of her
faith community, serving as a Sunday School teacher for 25 years and
singing in the choir at St. John's Episcopal Church, where she also
contributed her time and talents to church life and fellowship; and

 WHEREAS, Her musical gifts and dedication to service led her to join
the Huntington Choral Society, a distinguished ensemble of more than one
hundred voices, with whom she sang until 2006; and

 WHEREAS, After relocating to Croton-on-Hudson, New York, Deborah
Ramsey became an active member of St. Augustine's Episcopal Church,
where she continued her lifelong devotion to worship through choir

participation, service on the Altar Guild, and work as a Lay Eucharist
Minister; and

 WHEREAS, Deborah Ramsey was deeply committed to community engagement
and volunteerism, embodying a spirit of service in all aspects of her
life; and

 WHEREAS, A passionate advocate for cycling, she became an
enthusiastic member of the Westchester Cycle Club, where she led rides,
taught bicycle safety to children, and served as a joyful ambassador for
the health and communal benefits of cycling; her annual Halloween rides
became cherished community events, bringing together as many as one
hundred participants in celebration and fellowship; and

 WHEREAS, Deborah Ramsey also dedicated herself to helping those in
need through her volunteer service with Westchester Meals on Wheels,
delivering meals to elderly residents and providing companionship that
often became the highlight of their week; and

 WHEREAS, Known for her optimism, warmth, compassion, and unwavering
kindness, Deborah Ramsey brought joy and encouragement to all who had
the privilege of knowing her; and

 WHEREAS, Her life was marked by generosity of spirit, steadfast
support of others, and a boundless capacity for love, leaving a legacy
of kindness that will continue to inspire all who were touched by her
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