SR0519 101ST GENERAL ASSEMBLY

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SENATE RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois Senate are saddened to learn of the death of Barbara Mae Black of Danville, who passed away on May 25, 2019; and

WHEREAS, Barbara Black was born in Arlington Heights to Joseph and Elizabeth (Braun) Ziesk on July 23, 1928; she married Richard "Tiger" Black in 1957; they moved to Danville, where her husband founded Colonial Manor Nursing Home; and

WHEREAS, Barbara Black was well known for her hats and costume jewelry; she enjoyed rummaging through thrift shops, where she was often found looking for the perfect piece to finish an outfit; and

WHEREAS, Barbara Black was preceded in death by her husband, Richard; her parents; her brother, Julius; and her sisters, Delores and Eileen; and

WHEREAS, Barbara Black is survived by her children, Linda Morrison, Leslie (Shelly) Black, Mark Black, and Todd (Sara) Black; her grandchildren, Sara (Chris) Kronteras, Rachel (Simon) Brazinski, Jane Black, Peter Black, and David Black; her great-grandchildren, Jessica, Sophia, Chance, and Elli; her great-great-grandchild, Samantha; and her sister, Betty Srednicki; therefore, be it

RESOLVED, BY THE SENATE OF THE ONE HUNDRED FIRST GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we mourn the passing of Barbara Mae Black and extend our sincere condolences to her family, friends, and all who knew and loved her; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to the family of Barbara Black as an expression of our deepest sympathy.