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SENATE RESOLUTION

 
2    WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois Senate wish to 
3celebrate the life of Daphanie Love, whose faith, strength, 
4generosity, and vibrant spirit left a lasting and positive 
5impact on her family, friends, community, and all who had the 
6privilege of knowing her; and
 
7    WHEREAS, Daphanie Love was born in Chicago on February 20, 
81961, the beloved middle child of Eugene and Willie Mae Love, 
9and was raised in the Hyde Park community, where she attended 
10Ray Elementary School and Kenwood High School; and
 
11    WHEREAS, Daphanie Love was a member of Unity Missionary 
12Baptist Church in Chicago under the leadership of Reverend 
13Frank L. Johnson, a faith that remained central to her life and 
14guided her actions with compassion and purpose; and
 
15    WHEREAS, Daphanie Love was a devoted and loving mother to 
16her cherished son, Reginald D. Love, whom she loved with all 
17her heart, and she shared many meaningful years raising him 
18alongside Thomas Williams, whom she met at the age of 17; and
 
19    WHEREAS, Daphanie Love was a bright, energetic, and 
20determined woman who devoted her life to serving others 
21through her work as a certified nursing assistant, 
 
 
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1consistently showing kindness, patience, and care to those in 
2need; and
 
3    WHEREAS, Daphanie Love, demonstrating her entrepreneurial 
4spirit and determination, proudly founded DNR Cleaning 
5Services LLC five years ago, building a legacy business she 
6shared with her son and took great pride in growing and 
7maintaining; and
 
8    WHEREAS, Daphanie Love worked diligently at numerous 
9locations, including South Park Baptist Church, and built 
10lasting relationships with colleagues, clients, and friends, 
11including her valued partner and friend, Benny Glinsey, all of 
12whom admired her work ethic and joyful personality; and
 
13    WHEREAS, Daphanie Love generously gave of her time and 
14energy to support her community, reflecting her commitment to 
15public service and her desire to help others succeed; and
 
16    WHEREAS, Daphanie Love was widely known for her vibrant 
17personality, distinctive style, and joyful sense of humor; she 
18loved traveling, dressing in stylish and creative outfits, and 
19delighting family and friends with her lively spirit, 
20unforgettable smile, and signature flair; and
 
21    WHEREAS, Daphanie Love was strong-willed, outspoken, and 
 
 
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1loving, ensuring each member of her family felt valued and 
2remembered, especially through her thoughtful tradition of 
3giving gifts and spreading joy during the holidays; and
 
4    WHEREAS, Daphanie Love demonstrated remarkable strength 
5and courage during her illness, inspiring those around her 
6with her perseverance, grace, and unwavering faith, and she 
7remained a symbol of resilience and hope to all who loved her; 
8and
 
9    WHEREAS, Daphanie Love was preceded in death by her 
10parents, Eugene and Willie Mae Love, and her brothers, Eugene 
11Jr. and Michael; and
 
12    WHEREAS, Daphanie Love leaves to celebrate her life and 
13cherish her memory her beloved son, Reginald D. Love; her 
14siblings, Ermer Love, Larnetta Buck, Anthony Love, Reverend 
15Faridah Howard, John Love, and Mamie Lee Love; her nieces and 
16nephews; and a wide circle of relatives, friends, colleagues, 
17and community members whose lives were enriched by her 
18presence; therefore, be it
 
19    RESOLVED, BY THE SENATE OF THE ONE HUNDRED FOURTH GENERAL 
20ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we celebrate the life 
21of Daphanie Love, recognizing her enduring legacy of faith, 
22service, love, and joy; and be it further
 
 
 
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1    RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be 
2presented to the family of Daphanie Love as an expression of 
3our highest esteem, deepest sympathy, and gratitude for the 
4remarkable life she lived.