Sen. Don Harmon

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution honors James Pobiega, a musician and actor from Oak Park who passed away in September 2023. The bill formally expresses the Illinois Senate's condolences to his surviving sister, cousins, and friends while acknowledging his life as a self-taught saxophonist, busker, and member of the Free Street Theater. It directs that a copy of the resolution be presented to Pobiega's family as a gesture of sympathy.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution honors the life of Melody Lynn Turner, a musician and stained-glass artist who passed away in May 2023. The bill formally records her achievements, including her long tenure as an organist and choir director, her founding of the Springfield Oratorio Choir, and her work restoring windows at the State Capitol and a Frank Lloyd Wright home. It concludes by extending condolences to her family and directing that a copy of the resolution be presented to them as a gesture of sympathy.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution officially mourns the death of Patricia "Pat" Daley Martino, who passed away in March 2024 at the age of 86. The measure honors her life as a Chicago Public Schools teacher, a lifelong Democrat, and a beloved family member known for her wit and musical talents. It formally extends condolences to her surviving children, grandchildren, and other relatives while directing that a copy of the resolution be presented to her family as a gesture of sympathy.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution honors the life of Dr. William Troyer, a physician and researcher from Oak Park who passed away in 2023. The bill formally acknowledges his career achievements, including his medical research on beta blockers, his service in the U.S. Army, and his long tenure as a professor and administrator at the University of Illinois Chicago. It also 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.

Mourns the death of Robert Allen Magnuson.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution honors the life of Raymond Smith, a Chicago resident who passed away in January 2024. It formally records the Illinois Senate's condolences and acknowledges his achievements, including his military service, legal career, and contributions to tennis. The bill directs that a copy of the resolution be presented to Smith's family as a gesture of sympathy.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution 1042 is a memorial bill that honors the life of Joe Vojacek, who passed away in April 2022. The resolution formally records the Illinois Senate's condolences to his family and directs that a copy of the document be presented to them as a gesture of sympathy. It outlines Vojacek's personal history, including his career as an English professor, his hobbies in antiquing and magic, and his surviving stepdaughters and step-grandchildren. This legislative action serves as an official acknowledgment of his life rather than establishing new laws or policies.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution formally mourns the death of Brendan Farrell, a 26-year-old resident of Oak Park, and extends condolences to his family and community. The document highlights his life in Oak Park, noting his autism diagnosis, his education at specialized schools, and the various community activities he enjoyed. It also acknowledges his surviving relatives and friends, expressing the collective sadness felt by the Illinois Senate. Finally, the resolution directs that a copy be presented to Farrell's family as a gesture of sympathy.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution honors the life of Mary Haley, a retired teacher from Oak Park who passed away in March 2024. The document formally mourns her death and extends condolences to her family, friends, and community members. It outlines her career as an educator, her community service, and her personal interests while noting that a copy of the resolution will be presented to her family.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution honors the memory of Richard P. Henke, a physician and former Knox College graduate who passed away in April 2023. The bill formally expresses the condolences of the Illinois Senate to Henke's surviving family members, including his son and granddaughter. It also acknowledges his significant contributions to Knox College, where he established several endowments to support teaching, music, and library studies. Finally, the resolution directs that a copy of the document be presented to Henke's family as a gesture of sympathy.