For decades, Eleanor Weeks of Mastic has served her community with quiet strength, generous spirit, and unwavering dedication. On Thursday, Suffolk Legislator Jim Mazzarella honored her legacy by naming her the 2025 Senior Citizen of Distinction for the 3rd Legislative District.
Weeks was recognized at a special ceremony at the H. Lee Dennison Building in Hauppauge, where honorees from all 18 legislative districts gathered in celebration of Older Americans Month. Joined by her granddaughter, Allie, and great-granddaughter, Quinn, Weeks received a formal proclamation from Legislator Mazzarella commending her lifetime of service. She was also congratulated by County Executive Ed Romaine.
“Eleanor Weeks represents the very best of our community with her compassion, service, and an unwavering commitment to others,” said Mazzarella. “It is a privilege to honor her as the 2025 Senior Citizen of Distinction.”
A familiar face in the William Floyd School District, Weeks served for years as a cafeteria worker, remembered not just for the meals she served but also for the kindness and encouragement she shared with generations of students.
Her dedication didn’t stop at the schoolhouse doors. Through her work with the Shirley-Mastic Homemakers Club, Weeks has brought people together, organizing events that foster creativity, friendship, and mutual support among local seniors and residents.
A passionate advocate for civic pride, she has been instrumental in the William Floyd Community Summit’s Beautification Committee, helping lead beautification projects at high-visibility intersections like William Floyd Parkway and Montauk Highway. Her efforts have helped make the community more welcoming and vibrant.
Weeks also actively participates in the Red Hat Ladies Society, inspiring fellow senior women to embrace life with confidence, color, and connection. Her energy and joy have made her a role model for living fully at any age.
The Senior Citizen of Distinction Award is presented each year by the Suffolk County Office for the Aging and the Suffolk County Legislature to celebrate outstanding older adults who have made a meaningful impact through volunteerism, civic involvement, and community service.
Eleanor Weeks’ story is one of service, resilience, and heart—a reminder that one person’s commitment to community can leave a lasting imprint across generations.