Bill > J00138

This resolution mourns the passing of Martin R. Horanburg Sr., a distinguished 87-year-old community leader from Newfane, New York, who died on November 15, 2024. The resolution highlights his extensive community service, including 58 years with the Miller Hose Fire Company (where he served as fire chief from 1976-1979), 47 years with the Newfane Lions Club, and numerous volunteer roles with local organizations like the Olcott Beach Carousel Park and Newfane Historical Society. Professionally, Horanburg worked at Harrison Radiators and Electronic Data Systems before retiring in 1995 and dedicating himself to community service. He was known for his volunteer work, particularly in youth sports, where he was a PA announcer dubbed "The Voice of the Panthers" since 1991, and received multiple awards including the FASNY Fire Service Community Achievement Award and Melvin Jones Fellow recognition. The resolution honors his lifelong commitment to service, his family (which includes his wife Brenda, four children, 14 grandchildren, and 15 great-grandchildren), and his legacy of compassion and community involvement. Ultimately, the resolution formally acknowledges his contributions and expresses condolences to his family by directing that an engrossed copy of the resolution be transmitted to them.

Budget and Finance

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/J138