SR0856 104TH GENERAL ASSEMBLY

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SENATE RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois Senate are saddened to learn of the death of Steven Almon "Steve" Cornett of Danville, who passed away on May 27, 2026; and

WHEREAS, Steve Cornett, the son of Coy and Nancy Cornett, was born in Danville on December 2, 1961; he graduated from Danville High School in 1980 and earned his associate's degree at Danville Area Community College; and

WHEREAS, Steve Cornett began his career working for the fire department and later became an emergency medical technician (EMT); he dedicated more than three decades to law enforcement, serving as a police officer from 1984 until his retirement in 2017; and

WHEREAS, Steve Cornett remained active in his retirement, serving as a deputy coroner, a firearms instructor, and most recently, a semitruck driver for Ribbe Trucking; and

WHEREAS, Steve Cornett enjoyed hunting, fishing, shooting pool, and traveling; he loved gathering with family and friends to share jokes and stories, and he was always there to listen, help, or give advice; he cherished his family above all, and one of his greatest joys was spending time with his wife, children, grandchildren, and great-granddaughter; and

WHEREAS, Steve Cornett was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend who will be remembered for his booming laugh, his gift for storytelling, and his generous heart; he lived a life marked by integrity, hard work, generosity, loyalty, and an unforgettable sense of humor; and

WHEREAS, Steve Cornett leaves behind a legacy measured not by accomplishments alone but also by the countless lives he touched, the laughter he shared, and the memories he created with those fortunate enough to know him; and

WHEREAS, Steve Cornett was preceded in death by his parents; his in-laws, Jerry and Joyce Elmore; his brother-in-law, Denny Elmore; his sister-in-law, Debbie Sheets; and his grandson, Wyatt Bailey; and

WHEREAS, Steve Cornett is survived by his wife of 38 years, Charlene; his children, Rick Wagner, Myretta Fitzsimmons, Amanda (Rory) Overmyer, Jodi (Lawrence) Davis, Stephanie (Brian) Bailey, and Tricia (Donnie) McKinney; 14 grandchildren; one great-granddaughter; his siblings, Coy Cornett Jr., Dave (Debbie) Cornett, Sherry (Bob) Singleton, and Dave (Tammy) Elmore; and many nieces and nephews; 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 Steven Almon "Steve" Cornett 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 Steve Cornett as an expression of our deepest sympathy.