Commending Bruce E. Abare posthumously upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of a Liberty Medal, the highest honor bestowed upon an individual by the New York State Senate

Senate Resolution No. 1928

BY: Senator TEDISCO

        COMMENDING  Bruce  E.  Abare posthumously upon the
        occasion  of  his  designation  as  recipient  of  a
        Liberty  Medal,  the  highest honor bestowed upon an
        individual by the New York State Senate

  WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to recognize  and
honor  those  distinguished  individuals  whose lives exemplify courage,
dedication, and service to their community, State, and Nation; and

  WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and  in  full  accord  with  its
longstanding  traditions,  this  Legislative  Body  is  justly  proud to
commend Bruce E. Abare posthumously upon the occasion of his designation
as a recipient of the Liberty Medal, the highest honor bestowed upon  an
individual by the New York State Senate; and

  WHEREAS,  The New York State Senate Liberty Medal was established by
Resolution and is  awarded  to  individuals  who  have  merited  special
commendation  for exceptional, heroic, or humanitarian acts on behalf of
their fellow New Yorkers; and

  WHEREAS, Bruce E. Abare was born on May 16, 1951,  in  Glens  Falls,
New York, to Edward and Anna Abare, and graduated from South Glens Falls
High School in 1970; and

  WHEREAS,  Demonstrating  his deep sense of patriotism and commitment
to his country, Bruce E. Abare entered the United States  Air  Force  on
February 24, 1971; and

  WHEREAS,  During  his  honorable military service from 1971 to 1978,
Bruce E. Abare trained and served as an Airplane Maintenance Specialist,
contributing his technical expertise and  steadfast  dedication  to  the
operational readiness of critical military aircraft; and

  WHEREAS,  Bruce  E.  Abare  was assigned to the 307th Organizational
Maintenance Squadron (Strategic Air Command)  and  later  to  the  438th
Military  Airlift  Wing,  serving  both  at  home  and abroad, including
deployment to Vietnam and assignment at U-Tapao Air  Base  in  Thailand,
where he reenlisted for a second tour of duty; and

  WHEREAS,  For  his  meritorious  service, Bruce E. Abare was awarded
numerous decorations, including the National Defense Service Medal,  the
Air  Force  Longevity  Service Award, the Vietnam Service Medal, the Air
Force Good Conduct Medal with Oak Leaf  Cluster,  and  the  Republic  of
Vietnam Campaign Medal; and

  WHEREAS,  Bruce E. Abare was honorably discharged on March 29, 1978,
with the rank of Sergeant, having  faithfully  served  his  Nation  with
honor and distinction; and

  WHEREAS,  Following  his  military  service,  Bruce E. Abare devoted
himself to his family and community; he was married to his beloved wife,
Sandra, for 32 years, and together they raised five children; and

  WHEREAS, A man of strong faith and community spirit, Bruce E.  Abare
was  an  active  member  of  the  Fortsville Methodist Church and worked
diligently for the Town of Moreau in  its  Department  of  Public  Works
until his retirement; and

  WHEREAS,  Bruce  E.  Abare found great joy in the outdoors, enjoying
hunting, fishing, and camping, and  was  known  for  his  dedication  to
family, his work ethic, and his quiet strength; and

  WHEREAS,  Bruce  E. Abare died on January 29, 2023, leaving behind a
legacy of service, integrity, and devotion to both his country  and  his
community; and

  WHEREAS, Residents of this great State must never forget the courage
with  which these men and women served their country, and must recognize
that no greater debt is owed than that owed to those  who  risked  their
lives for their beloved Nation; and

  WHEREAS,  Having  exhibited  his patriotism both at home and abroad,
Bruce E.  Abare  demonstrated  his  love  for  his  country  and  merits
forevermore the highest respect of his State and Nation; and

  WHEREAS,  Our  Nation's veterans deserve to be recognized, commended
and thanked by the people of the State of New York for their service and
for their dedication to their communities, their State and their Nation;
now, therefore, be it

  RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its  deliberations  to
commemorate  Bruce  E.  Abare  posthumously  upon  the  occasion  of his
designation as a recipient of  the  Liberty  Medal,  the  highest  honor
bestowed  upon  an  individual  by  the New York State Senate; and be it
further

  RESOLVED, That a copy of this  Resolution,  suitably  engrossed,  be
transmitted to the family of Bruce E. Abare.