Sen. Don Harmon

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution honors John Hayley, a lifelong resident of Chicago and Oak Park who passed away in March 2024. The bill formally expresses the Illinois Senate's condolences to his family and friends while acknowledging his career as an animal control supervisor and his passion for baseball. It also notes his contributions to the community through his writing column and coaching roles. Finally, the resolution directs that a copy be presented to Hayley's family as a gesture of sympathy.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution honors the life of George Thompson, a resident of Oak Park who passed away in December 2023. The document outlines his personal history, including his education in mathematics and his career in the IT industry, as well as his community involvement and hobbies. It formally expresses the Illinois Senate's condolences to his surviving wife, son, siblings, and other family members. Finally, the resolution directs that a copy of the document be presented to Thompson's family as a gesture of sympathy.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution honors the life of Richard J. McKinlay, a resident of Oak Park who passed away in May 2024. The document outlines his personal history, including his education, career in marketing, and community service as a leader for the Mental Health Association and the Parks Foundation. It also notes his dedication to his family and his various personal interests, such as music and design. The resolution formally expresses the Senate's condolences to his surviving wife, daughter, and extended family.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution honors Lance Bolonik, a resident of River Forest who passed away in June 2024. The bill formally mourns his life and extends condolences to his wife, daughters, grandchildren, and other surviving family members. It acknowledges his personal history, including his service in the U.S. Navy, his career in sales and teaching, and his community involvement. Upon adoption, a copy of the resolution will be presented to his family as a gesture of sympathy.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution honors John Polka, a retired biology teacher and coach from River Forest who passed away in January 2024. The bill formally expresses the Illinois Senate's condolences to his family and friends while acknowledging his long career in education and coaching. It does not create new laws or change policies but serves as a ceremonial tribute to his contributions to Fenwick High School and the broader community.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution 1256 is a memorial resolution honoring Richard Bodner of Oak Park, who passed away in May 2024. The document outlines his life, including his education in chemistry, his career teaching and working in engineering, and his family life in Illinois and Michigan. It formally expresses the Senate's condolences to his wife, children, and other surviving relatives. The resolution concludes by directing that a copy be presented to the family as a gesture of sympathy.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution honors the life of Alice Margaret McCart, who passed away in April 2024, and extends condolences to her family. The document outlines her extensive career as an educator, military translator, and healthcare law expert, while noting her personal achievements and survivors. It is a commemorative measure that formally records the Senate's grief and directs that a copy of the resolution be given to her family as a gesture of sympathy.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution honors the memory of Kathleen Bartley, a special education teacher from Oak Park who passed away in March 2024. The bill formally records the Illinois Senate's condolences and acknowledges her career, education, and personal life, including her hobbies and surviving family members. It authorizes the presentation of a copy of the resolution to her family as a gesture of sympathy. As a memorial measure, it does not create new laws or policies but serves to recognize an individual's life and express collective grief.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution 1267 is a memorial bill that honors the life of Kathleen M. Cannon, a resident of Oak Park who passed away in June 2024. The resolution formally records the Illinois Senate's sadness over her death and acknowledges her personal history, including her time as a teacher, her long career with the Village of Oak Park, and her roles as a mother and volunteer. It directs the Senate to offer condolences to her family and instructs officials to present a copy of the resolution to them as a gesture of sympathy. This document serves as a formal expression of respect rather than a law that changes policy or affects public services.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution 1292 is a memorial bill that honors the life of Caroline Meister, a resident of River Forest who passed away in March 2024 at the age of 32. The resolution acknowledges her background as an art and theater enthusiast who attended Oberlin College and worked with youth programs before moving to California. It expresses the Senate's condolences to her family and directs that a copy of the resolution be presented to them as a gesture of sympathy. This document serves solely as a formal tribute and does not create new laws or change any policies.