Sen. Steve McClure

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution honors the memory of Sienna Rae Bostedo, a young girl from Mode who passed away in July 2024. The bill formally expresses the Illinois Senate's condolences to her family and friends while acknowledging her life as an accomplished athlete and student. It directs that a copy of the resolution be presented to her family as a gesture of sympathy.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally mourns the death of Karly Michelle Wetherell, a resident of Stewardson who passed away in July 2024. It honors her life by highlighting her achievements as a high school student, her involvement in sports and community clubs, and her close relationships with her family and friends. The resolution concludes by directing the Senate to present a copy of the document to her family as an expression of sympathy.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution honors the life of John H. O'Neill III, a resident of Chatham who passed away in July 2024. The document outlines his personal history, including his military service, education, and long tenure on the Sangamon County Board, while listing his surviving family members. It formally expresses the Senate's condolences to his wife, children, and extended family. Finally, the resolution directs that a copy be presented to the O'Neill family as a gesture of sympathy.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution formally mourns the death of Edie Jane Wittenberg of Strasburg and offers condolences to her family and friends. The document honors her life by noting her roles as a devoted family member, an active participant in sports and church activities, and a joyful individual who brought happiness to those around her. It concludes by 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 William G. "Bill" Holland, a former Illinois Auditor General who passed away in August 2024. The bill formally 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. It highlights his 41-year career in public service, noting his role as the state's longest-serving Auditor General and his contributions to the Illinois General Assembly. The document serves as a commemorative tribute rather than establishing new laws or policies.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution honors the late comedian and actor Bob Newhart, who passed away in July 2024. The bill formally expresses the Illinois Senate's condolences to his family and friends while briefly outlining his life and career achievements, including his iconic comedy albums and television roles. It concludes by directing that a copy of the resolution be presented to Newhart's family as a gesture of sympathy.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution honors the life of Rose Marie "Rosie" Hammitt, a resident of Salisbury who passed away in July 2024. The document formally records her contributions to her community, including her long career with state agencies and her involvement in local organizations like the Curran Gardner Water Board. It expresses the Senate's condolences to her surviving family members and authorizes the presentation of a copy of the resolution to them as a gesture of sympathy.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution honors the life of Mary Lynne Cleverdon, a resident of Springfield who passed away in July 2024. The document outlines her extensive background, including her education, volunteer work in civil rights, and various professional roles before her retirement. It formally expresses the Illinois Senate's condolences to her family and directs that a copy of the resolution be presented to them as a gesture of sympathy.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution honors the memory of James Lewis "Jim" Diekroeger, a former Illinois State Health Department executive and community leader who passed away in August 2024. The document acknowledges his professional achievements, including his role in developing Illinois' trauma center system and his service as a village trustee and school board member in Sherman. It formally 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.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution honors the life of John H. Kube, a longtime wildlife biologist from Petersburg who passed away in August 2024. The bill formally records his contributions to the Illinois Department of Natural Resources, where he managed deer populations and transplanted wild turkeys and grouse to expand their habitats across the state. It also acknowledges his personal history, including his career as a steamfitter, his education, and his family life, while expressing the Senate's condolences to his surviving wife and children. Finally, the resolution directs that a copy be presented to Kube's family as a gesture of sympathy.