New York J 1283: Mourning the death of William W. McGreevy, distinguished veteran, revered citizen, and devoted member of his community

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J01283 Summary:

BILL NOJ01283 

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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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09/26/2025REFERRED TO FINANCE

01/13/2026REPORTED TO CALENDAR FOR CONSIDERATION

01/13/2026ADOPTED

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Senate Resolution No. 1283

BY: Senator HARCKHAM

 MOURNING the death of William W. McGreevy,
 distinguished veteran, revered 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, William W. McGreevy of Carmel, New York, died on Wednesday,
August 6, 2025, at the age of 91; and

 WHEREAS, Born in the Bronx, New York, William W. McGreevy later
became employed with the Verizon Corporation in White Plains, New York
for numerous years where he worked in management until his retirement;
and

 WHEREAS, A proud veteran, William W. McGreevy served in the United
States Army during the Korean conflict; his military service was a
testament to his dedication to his country and he carried the discipline
and camaraderie learned through his military service throughout his
life; and

 WHEREAS, William W. McGreevy shared the pleasures of life with his
cherished wife, Ellen, whom he married on February 27, 1960; and

 WHEREAS, Family was of utmost importance to William W. McGreevy; the
core of his existence and his role as a husband, father, and grandfather
was where he found his greatest joy and fulfillment; and

 WHEREAS, William W. McGreevy loved golf and sailing with his
brother-law Frank on the Long Island sound; he also loved dancing at
parties and rooting for the New York Giants; and

 WHEREAS, William W. McGreevy distinguished himself in his profession
and by his sincere dedication and substantial contribution to the
welfare of his community; and

 WHEREAS, William W. McGreevy's commitment to excellence and spirit
of humanity carried over into all fields of enterprise, including
charitable and civic endeavors; and

 WHEREAS, William W. McGreevy is survived by his wife, Ellen; his
children, Maryanne and John; grandchildren, Michael, Christina, Alec,
Elizabeth, and Katherine; and two great-grandsons, Cole and Shane; he is
predeceased by his son, William Jr.; parents, John and Loretta; and
siblings, Christine, Jack, and Mary; and

 WHEREAS, Armed with a humanistic spirit and imbued with a sense of
compassion, William W. McGreevy leaves behind a legacy which will long
endure the passage of time and will remain as a comforting memory to all
he served and befriended; now, therefore, be it

 RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
mourn the death of William W. McGreevy; and be it further

 RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to the family of William W. McGreevy.

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