MEMORIAL-LARRY SHAPIRO

This Senate resolution honors the life of Larry Shapiro, a community leader from Proviso Township who passed away in September 2024. The bill formally expresses the Illinois Senate's condolences to his family and friends while acknowledging his contributions as an educator, former staff member for local officials, and organizer of various community programs. It highlights his specific achievements, such as revitalizing the local jazz scene, establishing a senior club with essential services, and helping to reform school and library boards. The resolution concludes by directing that a copy of the document be presented to Shapiro's family as a gesture of sympathy.