Bill Text: NY K02358 | 2023-2024 | General Assembly | Introduced

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Bill Title: Celebrating the life of Luke Joseph Rathschmidt, devoted family man, meritorious veteran, and distinguished member of his community

Spectrum: Partisan Bill (Republican 1-0)

Status: (Passed) 2024-06-03 - adopted [K02358 Detail]

Download: New_York-2023-K02358-Introduced.html

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Assembly Resolution No. 2358

BY: M. of A. Slater

        CELEBRATING  the  life of Luke Joseph Rathschmidt,
        devoted  family  man,   meritorious   veteran,   and
        distinguished member of his community

  WHEREAS, There are certain outstanding members of our community who,
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; Luke Rathschmidt was one such
individual; and

  WHEREAS, It is with  profound  sorrow  and  deep  regret  that  this
Legislative  Body  records  the  passing of Luke Rathschmidt, noting the
significance of his purposeful life and accomplishments; and

  WHEREAS, Luke Joseph Rathschmidt  of  Mahopac,  New  York,  died  on
Saturday, May 18, 2024, at the age of 38; and

  WHEREAS,  Born  on  January  28, 1986, to James Rathschmidt and Rene
Skelly,  Luke  Rathschmidt's  larger-than-life  personality  and  jovial
warmth touched everyone he met; and

  WHEREAS,  A  proud  veteran of the United States Army, 82nd Airborne
Division, Luke Rathschmidt served his country with  honor  and  courage,
including  a  tour of duty in Iraq; his time in the armed services was a
significant chapter in his life and shaped the man he became; and

  WHEREAS, Luke Rathschmidt's life was marked by his ability  to  form
deep  and  lasting  connections  with  those around him; he was fiercely
loyal and could turn any situation into a moment of joy; he lit up every
room he walked into, and he would be the first one to tell you that; his
sense of humor was uniquely his; and

  WHEREAS, In addition to faithfully serving his family  and  country,
Luke Rathschmidt was the driving force behind the creation of United for
the Troops, a vital organization dedicated to making life easier for the
brave  men  and  women serving overseas; he was also an active member of
VFW Post No. 5491; and

  WHEREAS, Luke Rathschmidt is survived by the love of his life, Tracy
Hascup, and their children, Jaelynn and Brandt, who were the  lights  of
his  life;  he  also leaves behind his father, James Rathschmidt and his
wife Patty ("Ma"), as well as his mother, Rene Skelly; he was a  beloved
brother to Teresa Reuter (Brian), Timothy, James, Denise (Dan), Kathleen
(Bobby),  Tracy  (Mike),  and  Michael (Jen), as well as an uncle to his
nieces and nephews, whom he adored; his extended family included Tracy's
siblings, Pamela (Mike), Joshua (Jordan) and Elijah, who will  all  miss
his presence dearly; and

  WHEREAS,  Luke  Rathschmidt's  infinite selflessness and benevolence
will shine on through his family's vivid and happy memories; his insight
and strength will forever serve as a beacon of love, light and  hope  to
the countless lives he touched; and

  WHEREAS,  His  life was a testament to the power of kindness and the
strength  of  familial  bonds;  his  legacy  is   one   of   compassion,
camaraderie, and an unwavering commitment to those he held dear; he will
be  deeply  missed  and  truly  merits  the  grateful  tribute  of  this
Legislative Body; now, therefore, be it

  RESOLVED,  That  this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
celebrate the life of  Luke  Joseph  Rathschmidt,  and  to  express  its
deepest condolences to his family; and be it further

  RESOLVED,  That  a  copy  of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to the family of Luke Joseph Rathschmidt.