Senate Resolution No. 2004 BY: Senator HARCKHAM MOURNING the death of John Giglio, distinguished 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, John Giglio of Buchanan, New York, died on March 4, 2024, at the age of 96; and WHEREAS, Born on July 24, 1927, to Augusta and Louis A. Giglio Sr., John Giglio grew up on Riverside Avenue in Croton-on-Hudson along with his five siblings; and WHEREAS, Having attended Croton-Harmon High School, John Giglio made the brave decision to serve in the United States Army from 1946 to 1947 as an infantry member; and WHEREAS, Marrying his high school sweetheart, John Giglio wed Louise Farano on September 18, 1949, and was married to her for 74 loving years until her passing; and WHEREAS, During his long and remarkable lifetime, John Giglio was an 80-year member of the Croton-on-Hudson Fire Department and Washington Engine Company; devoted to serving his community, he was also a member of the Croton-on-Hudson Historical Society, the Croton Seniors Club, the Croton-Harmon Boosters Club, the Fox-Eklof American Legion Post 505, and the Village Recreation Advisory Committee; and WHEREAS, John Giglio distinguished himself in his profession and by his sincere dedication and substantial contribution to the welfare of his community; and WHEREAS, John Giglio's commitment to excellence, and his spirit of humanity, carried over into all fields of enterprise, including charitable and civic endeavors; and WHEREAS, John Giglio is survived by his sons, Robert and Thomas, daughters-in-law Caron and Donna, three grandchildren, one great-grandchild, two sisters, and many nieces and nephews; and WHEREAS, Armed with a humanistic spirit and imbued with a sense of compassion, John Giglio 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 John Giglio, distinguished citizen and devoted member of his community; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to the family of John Giglio.