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HOUSE RESOLUTION

 
2    WHEREAS, The members of the House of Representatives are 
3saddened to learn of the death of Enzo Tribo, the founder of 
4Enzo's and CarmelCorn, who passed away leaving a lasting 
5legacy in the Chicago Heights community; and
 
6    WHEREAS, Enzo Tribo was known for his Italian beef and 
7caramel corn, and his business was a staple in the city and one 
8of the last remaining landmarks in its once-vibrant downtown 
9before it closed in 2024; his store and the Carmelcorn shop 
10were his pride and joy, and he poured his heart and soul into 
11making them special places; his wife ran the CarmelCorn shop 
12while he operated the Italian beef establishment that had 
13served the community since 1946; later, the two businesses 
14merged to become Enzo's and CarmelCorn; and
 
15    WHEREAS, Enzo Tribo was a true icon in the community, 
16known for his warm smile, generous spirit, and unwavering 
17dedication to serving the best Italian beef and sausage; his 
18passion for his craft and his love for the community were 
19evident in everything he did; he was a friend to all who walked 
20through his door; and
 
21    WHEREAS, Enzo Tribo and his wife, Nita "Mrs. CarmelCorn" 
22Tribo, were married for 63 years before her passing, and 
 
 
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1together, they raised four children, John Tribo, Lisa 
2Hallberg, Robert Tribo, and Renee Gough; and
 
3    WHEREAS, Enzo Tribo and his wife were also avid antique 
4hunters and enjoyed the stories that could be imagined about 
5the items they found; therefore, be it
 
6    RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE ONE 
7HUNDRED FOURTH GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that 
8we mourn the passing of Enzo Tribo and extend our sincere 
9condolences to his family, friends, and all who knew and loved 
10him; and be it further
 
11    RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be 
12presented to the family of Enzo Tribo as an expression of our 
13deepest sympathy.