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This resolution expresses condolences on the passing of Melvin L. Zurier, a prominent Rhode Island lawyer and community leader. The resolution highlights Zurier's significant life achievements, including being the first in his family to attend college, graduating from Harvard College and Harvard Law School, and serving in the United States Air Force Reserve's Judge Advocate General Corps, where he retired as a Colonel. It details his professional career as a lawyer, including working in several law firms and serving as Executive Counsel to Rhode Island Governor John Notte, as well as his community service roles, such as Chairman of the Rhode Island Ethics Commission and President of Temple Beth El. The resolution also acknowledges his personal life, noting his 71-year marriage to Janet Rosen and his legacy of four children and eight grandchildren. The document formally resolves to express condolences and directs the Secretary of State to transmit certified copies of the resolution to his son, Senator Samuel D. Zurier, and his family, serving as an official recognition of Zurier's contributions to his community and state.

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