New York K 727: Celebrating the life of Barry I. Kobrin, devoted husband, father and grandfather, and distinguished member of his community

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Assembly Resolution No. 727
M. of A. NorrisBY:
the life of Barry I. Kobrin, devotedCELEBRATING
husband, father and grandfather, and distinguished
member of his community
There are certain outstanding members of our community who,WHEREAS,
through their selfless commitment and dedication, have served to better
the quality of life in our community and have had a measurable positive
impact on the lives of its residents; Barry I. Kobrin was one such
individual; and
It is with profound sorrow and deep regret that thisWHEREAS,
Legislative Body records the passing of Barry I. Kobrin, noting the
significance of his purposeful life and accomplishments; and
Barry I. Kobrin of Lockport, New York, died on Thursday,WHEREAS,
December 14, 2023; and
Barry I. Kobrin was very active in his community, mostWHEREAS,
notably as a volunteer firefighter in Niagara County for 30 years with
the Rapids Volunteer Fire Company, where he served as Chief for 15
years; and
With a steadfast and unwavering commitment to hisWHEREAS,
community, Barry I. Kobrin was a member of the Niagara County Fire
Investigation Unit; he also served as Town of Lockport Dog Control
Officer, and most recently as a Town of Wheatfield Constable; and
Furthermore, Barry I. Kobrin was also an avid animal loverWHEREAS,
and excellent dog whisperer; and
Predeceased by his parents, Sheldon and Zelda (Davidov)WHEREAS,
Kobrin, and his brother Adrian Michael, Barry I. Kobrin is survived by
his beloved wife of 31 years, Carol; two wonderful children, Jason
(Jennifer) and Megan (Joshua); and his four precious grandchildren,
Marah, Jackson, Reagan, and Callie; as well as his buddies, Rubble and
Sheba; and many loving family members; and
Barry I. Kobrin's infinite selflessness and benevolenceWHEREAS,
will shine on through his family's vivid and happy memories; his
compassion and strength will forever serve as a beacon of love, light
and hope to the countless lives he touched; and
Armed with a humanistic spirit and imbued with a sense ofWHEREAS,
compassion, Barry I. Kobrin leaves behind a legacy which will long
endure the passage of time and will remain as a comforting memory to all
who were privileged to have known and loved such an amazing man; he will
be deeply missed and truly merits the grateful tribute of this
Legislative Body; now, therefore, be it
That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations toRESOLVED,

mourn the death of Barry I. Kobrin, and to express its deepest
condolences to his family; and be it further
That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, beRESOLVED,
transmitted to the family of Barry I. Kobrin.