Sen. Steve McClure

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution honors the life of Harriet Grace Higgs, who passed away in June 2024, and offers condolences to her surviving family members. The document outlines her personal history, including her roles as a homemaker, church teacher, and artist, while listing her surviving children, grandchildren, and other relatives. It concludes by directing that a copy of the resolution be given to her family as a formal expression of sympathy.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution 1079 is a memorial bill that honors the life of David E. Elder, a resident of rural Petersburg who passed away in May 2024. The resolution details his extensive career as an educator, school administrator, and consultant who significantly influenced Illinois education policy and child welfare laws. It formally 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.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution honors the life of Colonel Charles Ronald "Ron" Lovett, a retired U.S. Air Force pilot who passed away in May 2024. The document formally expresses the Illinois Senate's condolences to his family and friends while acknowledging his distinguished military service, which included over 30 years in the Air Force, command of a special operations squadron, and receipt of several awards. Additionally, the resolution notes his personal interests and roles as a husband, father, and grandfather, and directs that a copy of the document be sent to his family as a gesture of sympathy.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution honors the life of Terence "Terry" Corrigan, a Springfield attorney who passed away in May 2024. The document acknowledges his 40-year legal career, his education, and his personal interests such as reading history and supporting local sports teams. It formally expresses the Senate's condolences to his surviving brothers and sisters and directs that a copy of the resolution be given to his family as a gesture of sympathy.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution honors the memory of Michael John "Mike" Kaczmarz, a Springfield resident and former high school teacher and basketball coach who passed away in June 2024. The document formally expresses the Illinois Senate's condolences to his surviving family, including his wife Patty, son William, and grandson Theo. It also directs that a copy of the resolution be presented to the family as a gesture of sympathy.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution honors the life of Gene W. Puschel, a Springfield resident who passed away in May 2024, by officially expressing the state's condolences to his family and friends. The document details Puschel's personal history, including his career as a technology sales professional in Washington, D.C., his work as a historic interpreter at Lincoln-related sites, and his dedication to travel and public service. It serves as a formal record of his contributions and character rather than establishing new laws or policies. The resolution concludes by directing that a copy be presented to Puschel's family as a gesture of sympathy.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution honors the life of Fred H. "Fritz" Greenwald, a Springfield resident who passed away in June 2024. The document outlines his personal history, including his education, military service, and long career as a music educator and band director. It formally expresses the Illinois 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.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution honors the life of Louis Leonard "Lou" Bringle, a Springfield resident who passed away in June 2024 after a 42-year career as an engineering technician with the Illinois Department of Transportation. The document outlines his personal history, including his education, family life, community involvement, and volunteer work, while formally expressing the state legislature's condolences to his surviving wife and children. Upon adoption, a copy of the resolution will be presented to the Bringle family as a gesture of sympathy from the Illinois Senate.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution honors the life of Mary Lynn Kelly, who passed away in May 2024, and expresses the Illinois Senate's condolences to her family and friends. The document outlines her career as a leader at Marine Bank where she pioneered financial education for women, as well as her extensive volunteer work with community organizations and her roles as a teacher and Girl Scout leader. It formally records the names of her surviving children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren while noting her personal interests in boating and making peanut brittle. A copy of this resolution is to be presented to her family as a gesture of sympathy from the state legislature.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution honors the memory of Penelope A. "Penny" Meyer, a Springfield resident who passed away in May 2024 after a career teaching business education for 34 years. The document formally records the Illinois Senate's condolences to her family and presents a copy of the resolution to them as a gesture of sympathy. It outlines her personal history, including her education, marriage, and retirement recognition, while highlighting her character and the impact she had on her community.