SR1439 101ST GENERAL ASSEMBLY

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SENATE RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois Senate are saddened to learn of the death of Trystin Kavan Higginbotham of Riverton, who passed away on September 10, 2020; and

WHEREAS, Trystin Higginbotham was born to Andrew Higginbotham and Chasti D. Burnett-Higginbotham on April 15, 2005; he attended Sherman Elementary School and Williamsville Junior High School; most recently, he was a sophomore at Williamsville High School; and

WHEREAS, Trystin Higginbotham enjoyed going to school and planned a future in forensic science; he loved the beauty of the winter months and a variety of activities with his friends and family, which included fishing, camping, strength-training, running, hiking, horseback riding, kayaking, and weekend basketball with his friends; and

WHEREAS, Trystin Higginbotham was diligent with his studies, especially his Bible reading; no matter what he set out to do, he did it to the best of his ability; he was a hardworking young man and loved everyone, and all who met him fell for his warm smile and winning personality; and

WHEREAS, Trystin Higginbotham was preceded in death by his father, Andrew Higginbotham, and his grandparents, Jackie and Edna Faye Higginbotham; and

WHEREAS, Trystin Higginbotham is survived by his mother, Chasti D. Burnett; his sisters, Calista and Candra Higginbotham; his brother, Devin Higginbotham, and Devin's son, Greyson; his grandparents, Malcolm and Carolyn Dianne Burnett; his uncle, Aaron (Yu-Ling); numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins; and his beloved dog, Lobo; 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 Trystin Kavan Higginbotham 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 Trystin Higginbotham as an expression of our deepest sympathy.