Congratulates Senator Win Stoller on his retirement from the Illinois General Assembly and commends him for his years of dedicated service to the people of Illinois.
This Senate resolution honors the life of Kiran A. Desai, a Springfield resident who passed away in November 2024 after 28 years of service with the Illinois State Board of Education. The document formally records his contributions to his community, including his leadership roles with the American Red Cross and various cultural organizations, as well as his volunteer work. It expresses the Senate's condolences to his surviving family members and directs that a copy of the resolution be presented to them as a gesture of sympathy.
This Senate resolution honors the life of Donald R. "Don" Jackson Sr., a Peoria attorney and civil rights leader who passed away in November 2024. The bill formally expresses the Illinois Senate's condolences to his family and directs that a copy of the resolution be presented to them. It recognizes Jackson's significant contributions as a lawyer, NAACP leader, and community activist without proposing any new laws or policy changes.
This Senate resolution formally mourns the death of Bradley L. "Brad" Phegley, a retired Illinois State Police officer who passed away on December 6, 2024. The document highlights his extensive career in law enforcement and public service, noting his 28 years with the state police and various roles as a deputy sheriff and coroner. It also acknowledges his personal life, including his family, hobbies, and community memberships, before expressing the Senate's condolences to his surviving relatives and friends. Finally, the resolution directs that a copy be presented to the Phegley family as a gesture of sympathy.
This bill is a resolution that formally thanks Senator Natalie Toro for her service to the people of Illinois and her contributions to the state. It does not create new laws, change policies, or affect any specific groups of people. The measure serves solely as a symbolic gesture of appreciation and has already been adopted by the legislative body.
Congratulates Senator Tom Bennett on his retirement from the Illinois General Assembly and commends him for his years of dedicated service to the people of Illinois.
This Senate resolution honors the life of William Alfred Caldwell, a resident of Waukegan who passed away on December 3, 2024. The document outlines his personal history, including his military service, career as a case manager, and his roles within his community and churches. It serves as a formal expression of sympathy from the Illinois Senate to Caldwell's surviving family members, including his daughter and grandchildren. The resolution concludes by directing that a copy be presented to the family as a gesture of condolence.
This Senate Resolution honors the late John A. Gorman, a distinguished judge from Washington, Illinois, who passed away on December 14, 2024. The document outlines his extensive legal career, which included service as a circuit judge, appellate justice, and U.S. Magistrate Judge, highlighting his contributions to judicial education and community programs. It expresses the Senate's condolences to his family and directs that a copy of the resolution be presented to them as a gesture of sympathy.
This Senate resolution honors the life of Jeanne Betty Schwartz, who passed away on December 1, 2024, and expresses the Illinois Senate's condolences to her family and friends. The document outlines her personal history, noting her roles as an actress, teacher, business owner, civil rights leader, and advocate for people with disabilities. It formally acknowledges her contributions to society and her status as a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and aunt. The resolution concludes by directing that a copy be presented to her family as a gesture of sympathy.
This Senate resolution honors the life of Mary Lou "Doll" Glover, who passed away in December 2024, and extends condolences to her family and community. The document outlines her personal history, including her upbringing in Mississippi, her career at the Navy Exchange, and her active roles in various churches and community events. It lists her surviving relatives and notes her contributions as a devoted wife, mother, and church member. Finally, the resolution directs that a copy be presented to her family as a formal expression of sympathy from the Illinois Senate.
This Senate resolution honors the memory of Ellen K. Schwab, a resident of Reddick who passed away on December 31, 2024. The document formally records the Illinois Senate's condolences and acknowledges her life as a media aide, educator, and devoted family member who enjoyed reading, hiking, and cooking. It notes that she was preceded in death by her parents and son, and is survived by her husband, another son, four grandchildren, and two sisters. Finally, the resolution directs that a copy of this statement be given to her family as a gesture of sympathy.
This Senate resolution honors the life of Michael C. Fordson, a resident of Belleville who passed away in December 2024. The bill formally records his service as a U.S. Army Reserve member, a retired major in the Illinois Department of Corrections, and a dedicated community volunteer. It expresses the state's condolences to his family and directs that a copy of the resolution be presented to them as a gesture of sympathy.
