HR0143 104TH GENERAL ASSEMBLY

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HOUSE RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois House of Representatives are saddened to learn of the death of Phil Goldstick, who passed away on February 5, 2025; and

WHEREAS, Phil Goldstick was a proud member of the University of Illinois ROTC during his time there; he served in the U.S. Army from 1953 to 1955; he earned his Juris Doctor from the Depaul College of Law in 1958; and

WHEREAS, Phil Goldstick was a key member of the Fighting Illini football team during the 1953 Rose Bowl and remained a devoted supporter of the university throughout his life; he was elected to the board of the University of Illinois Foundation, eventually becoming a life member; and

WHEREAS, Phil Goldstick was a member of the Illinois House of Representatives during the 74th General Assembly; and

WHEREAS, Phil Goldstick's deep commitment to Illinois extended to his partnership with Chabad Campus for Jewish Living, where he worked tirelessly to ensure that Jewish students felt at home and proud to be a part of the University of Illinois community; and

WHEREAS, Phil Goldstick was dedicated to supporting research regarding Rett Syndrome in addition to his involvement with the university, and he played an active role in supporting the special education program at Illinois; therefore, be it

RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE ONE HUNDRED FOURTH GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we mourn the passing of Phil Goldstick and extend our sincere condolences to his family, friends, and all who knew and loved him; and be it further

RESOLVED, That we join Phil Goldstick's family, friends, and the University of Illinois community in celebrating and revering the life and accomplishments of a distinguished individual; and be it further

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