J 937: Mourning the death of Carla M. Hawryluk, distinguished citizen and devoted member of her community

 Senate Resolution No. 937 BY: Senator HARCKHAM MOURNING the death of Carla M. Hawryluk, 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, Carla M. Hawryluk of Bedford, New York, died on Monday, April 14, 2025, at the age of 92; and WHEREAS, Carla M. Hawryluk was born in Rockville Center, New York, on January 17, 1933, to parents Carl and May Thorsell; and WHEREAS, As a child, Carla M. Hawryluk was struck by a vehicle while playing in her family's driveway in West Hempstead, New York, and she was saved by emergency brain surgery; despite these hardships, Carla M. Hawryluk persevered and graduated from Hempstead High School and earned an associate's degree from Green Mountain College; and WHEREAS, Once in adulthood, Carla M. Hawryluk moved to Manhattan, New York, where she worked at Design Research and met the love of her life, Ted Hawryluk; and WHEREAS, Carla M. Hawryluk and Ted married and bought a home on 12 wooded acres in Bedford, New York, where they would share the pleasure of starting a family and raising twins; and WHEREAS, Carla M. Hawryluk distinguished herself in her actions and by her sincere dedication and substantial contribution to the welfare of her community; and WHEREAS, As a devoted mother, grandmother, and friend to many, Carla M. Hawryluk saw much value in a strong family and community life, and she was connected to her community through the Bedford Free Library, Bedford Golf & Tennis Club, the Bedford Democratic Party, and the Bedford Presbyterian Church; and WHEREAS, Carla M. Hawryluk was an avid reader, lover of music and theater, adventurous traveler, experienced cook, memorable entertainer, and engaged follower of politics; and WHEREAS, Carla M. Hawryluk's commitment to excellence, and her spirit of humanity, carried over into all fields of enterprise, including charitable and civic endeavors; and WHEREAS, One of Carla M. Hawryluk's personal passions was animals, which led her to support many animal rights organizations throughout her life; and WHEREAS, Carla M. Hawryluk is survived by her daughter, Christa; son-in-law, Jeff Collins; and two cherished grandchildren; and WHEREAS, Armed with a humanistic spirit and imbued with a sense of compassion, Carla M. Hawryluk 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 Carla M. Hawryluk, 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 Carla M. Hawryluk.