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This resolution mourns the death of Barry C. Sample, a distinguished public servant and community member from Albany, New York, who passed away at age 74. The resolution highlights Sample's significant life achievements, including growing up on a Long Island potato farm, developing a passion for music, graduating magna cum laude from SUNY Albany with degrees in criminal justice, and serving in numerous prominent public roles such as Deputy Director of Criminal Justice Services and Chair of the New York Gaming Commission. It emphasizes his commitment to public service, education, and community, noting his work as a lecturer in African American history and his various administrative positions in state government. The resolution also recognizes his personal qualities, describing him as a deeply caring, family-oriented man who was an avid music lover, particularly of jazz, blues, and rock 'n' roll. By formally acknowledging his contributions and character, the resolution seeks to pay tribute to Sample's life and legacy, and expresses condolences to his surviving family members, including his wife of 40 years, Jacqueline Lake-Sample, and his daughter, Serwa Sample-Adams. The document concludes by resolving to transmit an official copy of the resolution to Sample's family.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/J1225