SR0697 103RD GENERAL ASSEMBLY

SR0697 LRB103 36813 ECR 66924 r

SENATE RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois Senate are saddened to learn of the death of John Woodford Snyder of Pekin, who passed away on December 27, 2023; and

WHEREAS, John Snyder was born in Mason City on May 28, 1938; he served in the 101st Airborne Division of the U.S. Army; and

WHEREAS, John Snyder enjoyed fishing, camping, and spending time with his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren; he was an avid Chicago Cubs fan and was ecstatic to see them finally win the World Series; and

WHEREAS, John Snyder was known for his resilience, selflessness, and faith; and

WHEREAS, John Snyder was the brother of 12 siblings, the father of three children, the grandfather of six grandchildren, and the great-grandfather of 10 great-grandchildren; therefore, be it

RESOLVED, BY THE SENATE OF THE ONE HUNDRED THIRD GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we mourn the passing of John Woodford Snyder and extend our sincere condolences to his family, friends, and all who knew and loved him; and be it further

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