Senate Resolution No. 2094 BY: Senator HARCKHAM MOURNING the death of Beth Mannion, distinguished citizen and devoted member of her 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 this great Empire State; and WHEREAS, Beth Mannion of Mount Kisco, New York, died on Saturday, August 5, 2023, at the age of 57; and WHEREAS, Born on November 3, 1965, to John and Carolyn O'Leary in Mount Kisco, Beth Mannion grew up in Bedford Hills and graduated from Fox Lane High School in 1983; she earned an associate degree from Westchester Community College and later went on to receive a Bachelor of Arts in Marketing degree from Western Connecticut University; and WHEREAS, Beth Mannion's commitment to excellence, and her spirit of humanity, carried over into all fields of enterprise, including charitable and civic endeavors; and WHEREAS, After completing her education, Beth Mannion began working at the Bedford Barn for several years and also spent time working at other businesses, including Save-a-Tree; and WHEREAS, In 1999, Beth Mannion married her beloved husband, Frank, and later gave birth to their daughter Kristin in 2002; and WHEREAS, Beth Mannion distinguished herself in her profession and by her sincere dedication and substantial contribution to the welfare of her community; and WHEREAS, Devoting much of her time to her family and the betterment of her community, Beth Mannion always exemplified service and selflessness through her involvement in many organizations, including: Mount Kisco Memorial Pool Swim Team, Mount Kisco American Youth Soccer Organization, St. Patrick's in Bedford Annual Craft Fair, St. Patrick's in Yorktown Auction - Hot Lunch - Spa - Class Mother and Volleyball, Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts, Kennedy Catholic High School Cross Country and Track Teams, St. Francis of Assisi Parish Council, and the Emergency Shelter Partnership; and WHEREAS, Beth Mannion is survived by her adoring husband, Frank; four children, Luke (Sarah), Breeda Carbone (Joe), Kristin, and John "Jack"; four grandchildren, Mary "Mollie", Callum, Lochlan Mannion, and John Joseph Carbone; and her loving sisters, Kathleen "Kathy" O'Leary Fable and Karen O'Leary Cunniffe; and WHEREAS, Armed with a humanistic spirit and imbued with a sense of compassion, Beth Mannion leaves behind a legacy which will long endure the passage of time and will remain as a comforting memory to all she served and befriended; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to mourn the death of Beth Mannion, distinguished citizen and devoted member of her community; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to the family of Beth Mannion.