New York J 2803: Mourning the death of Heriberto Capote, distinguished citizen and devoted member of his community

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Senate Resolution No. 2803
Senator PARKERBY:
the death of Heriberto Capote,MOURNING
distinguished citizen and devoted member of his
community
It is with profound sorrow that this Legislative Body,WHEREAS,
representing the people of the State of New York, is moved this day to
pay tribute to an eminent man of indomitable faith and dedication whose
public service and countless accomplishments will forever stand as a
paradigm and inspiration for others; and
Heriberto Capote was born in Havana, Cuba, on March 16,WHEREAS,
1958, to Alberto and Oslaida Virginia Capote; in December of 1971, his
family left Cuba for the United States, briefly living in Miami before
settling in Washington Heights, New York; and
As a student at George Washington High School, HeribertoWHEREAS,
Capote excelled at football and baseball, and became known for his Latin
Hustle and Salsa style dance moves; and
In 1979, Heriberto Capote began his illustrious career withWHEREAS,
Mount Sinai Hospital in a janitorial position; he climbed the ranks to
serve in various managerial posts, the last of which was Manager of the
Environmental Services Department, the esteemed position from which he
retired in August of 2018, after 40 years of distinguished service; and
Heriberto Capote rendered faithful, conscientious andWHEREAS,
valuable service to Mount Sinai Hospital, earning the admiration, esteem
and affection of his colleagues; and
In 1980, Heriberto Capote met the woman who would becomeWHEREAS,
his wife at Club Ochentas where they had their first dance; the couple,
who was soon dancing all over town, were united in marriage in 1986; and
With a steadfast and unwavering commitment to hisWHEREAS,
community, Heriberto Capote, alongside his wife, provided security
services for special events and programs at the Caribbean Cultural
Center African Diaspora Institute; and
An avid sports fan, Heriberto Capote loved the New YorkWHEREAS,
Mets and the New York Giants; in addition, he enjoyed playing baseball
with the Catholic and Central Park leagues, often traveling to the
Caribbean to compete; and
A kind, caring and dependable man, Heriberto Capote'sWHEREAS,
presence was truly larger than life; a dedicated husband, father and
friend, he will truly be missed by all those who were lucky enough to
have known him; and
Predeceased by his son, Eddie, Heriberto Capote is survivedWHEREAS,
by his loving wife, Melody; his three children, Jovan, Kai and Erienne;

a son-in-law, Anson; two grandchildren, Isabella and Julien; two
siblings, Alberto and Iris; and brother/sister-in-law, Chino and Norma;
as well as countless family members and friends; and
Armed with a humanistic spirit and imbued with a sense ofWHEREAS,
compassion, Heriberto Capote 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
That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations toRESOLVED,
mourn the death of Heriberto Capote, distinguished citizen and devoted
member of his community; and be it further
That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, beRESOLVED,
transmitted to the family of Heriberto Capote.