SR0682 104TH GENERAL ASSEMBLY

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SENATE RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois Senate are saddened to learn of the death of Robert Keith "Bob" Fair of Virginia, who passed away on March 12, 2026; and

WHEREAS, Bob Fair was born in Beardstown to Chester and Grace Deming Fair on July 12, 1951; he attended schools in Beardstown and Virginia; he married Delores "Dee" Brunk in Palmyra, Missouri on August 31, 1968; and

WHEREAS, Bob Fair began his career at the Virginia Packing Company and Cass Meats before entering law enforcement as a part-time police officer for the City of Virginia, where he eventually served full-time; he later joined the Cass County Sheriff's Department as chief deputy, where he proudly served the citizens of Cass County and was elected to two terms as sheriff; he was dedicated to protecting his community and took great pride in serving with integrity and commitment throughout his years in law enforcement; and

WHEREAS, Bob Fair enjoyed taking rides on his Goldwing motorcycle with Dee and their dog, Sugar, riding in the sidecar; he also enjoyed spending time fishing with his grandson, Jacob; he took pride in keeping his yard neat and caring for his outdoor flowers; he was known for his love of bald eagles and proudly displayed a collection of eagle figurines; he cherished his family, and the time they spent together meant the most to him; and

WHEREAS, Bob Fair grew up attending the Baptist Church in Beardstown and later attended Virginia United Methodist Church; he was also a former sheriff member of the Illinois Sheriffs' Association; and

WHEREAS, Bob Fair was preceded in death by his parents; his sister, Nancy Case; and his brother, Kenny Fair; and

WHEREAS, Bob Fair is survived by his wife, Dee; his daughter, Lisa Winnett (Jon German); his grandson, Jacob Winnett; his great-grandson, Maddox Winnett; his sister, Karen (Allen) Pherigo; his brother, Tommy Fair; numerous nieces and nephews; and his loyal four-legged companion, Sugar; 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 Robert Keith "Bob" Fair 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 Bob Fair as a symbol of our deepest sympathy.