HR0030 99TH 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 Earl J. Wiles of Carlinville, who passed away on December 22, 2014; and

WHEREAS, Earl Wiles was born in Carlinville on September 21, 1920 to Reuben and Olive (nee Farrant) Wiles; he graduated from Carlinville High School in 1941; he served in the United States Navy during World War II as a Gunner's Mate 1st Class, serving in both the Pacific and European theaters; on April 24, 1949, he married Frances "Tim" Hewitt at the Chesterfield United Church; and

WHEREAS, Earl Wiles owned and operated R.E. Wiles Trucking in Carlinville for over 50 years; he served with the Carlinville Fire Department for 52 years; and

WHEREAS, Earl Wiles was member of the American Legion Guy Baird Post #554 for over 50 years, a member of the Macoupin Club, serving as a past President, and a 50-year member of the Order of the Eastern Star of Illinois 665 Plainview Chapter and the Mt. Nebo Lodge No. 76 Ancient Free and Accepted Masons of Illinois; he was a past member of the Lions Club and Elks Club; he enjoyed going to the Indy 500, attending 21 straight races; he enjoyed walking every morning and fishing at Lake Rinaker; he most enjoyed watching his 2 grandsons playing sports; he was a member of Carlinville United Methodist Church; and

WHEREAS, Earl Wiles was preceded in death by his parents; and

WHEREAS, Earl Wiles is survived by his wife, Frances "Tim"; his son, Greg E. Wiles (Debra); and his 2 grandsons, Brett Wiles and Nathan Wiles; therefore, be it

RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-NINTH GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we mourn the passing of Earl J. Wiles, 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 Earl Wiles as an expression of our deepest sympathy.