SR0557 104TH GENERAL ASSEMBLY

SR0557 LRB104 17537 ECR 30965 r

SENATE RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois Senate are saddened to learn of the death of Viola Anderson; and

WHEREAS, Viola Anderson, the daughter of Earlene and William Caldwell, was born in Chicago on November 11, 1944; she earned a master's degree in child development; she married William J. Anderson Sr.; and

WHEREAS, Viola Anderson dedicated her professional life to special needs education, serving as an educator, a mentor, and an advocate for countless children; she also served as a cheerleading coach and judge, and she was a tutor at Leo High School; and

WHEREAS, Viola Anderson embraced her community and actively participated with several groups, including the Girl Scouts of America, LAF Catering Service, the Choralettes singing group, and the 82nd and Morgan Street Block Club; and

WHEREAS, Viola Anderson, who was affectionately known as "Pepe", "Bollie", "Umbayaa", and "Aunt Tillie" to her loved ones, enjoyed supporting, nurturing, and spending time with her children, her grandchildren, and her niece and nephew; and

WHEREAS, Viola Anderson was always willing to lend a hand or a listening ear, earning her the love and respect of her neighbors; she was the heart of her family, and she leaves behind a legacy of love, compassion, and dedication; and

WHEREAS, Viola Anderson was the wife of William Anderson Sr. for 30 years; the mother of William Anderson Jr. and Michael Anderson; the grandmother and great-grandmother of many; the sister of Edith Fifer; and the aunt of two; therefore, be it

RESOLVED, BY THE SENATE OF THE ONE HUNDRED FOURTH GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we mourn the passing of Viola Anderson 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 Viola Anderson as an expression of our deepest sympathy.