SR1019 103RD GENERAL ASSEMBLY

SR1019 LRB103 40855 ECR 73801 r

SENATE RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois Senate are saddened to learn of the death of Bill Springer of Equality, who passed away on May 16, 2024; and

WHEREAS, Bill Springer was born to William J. and Nigel Bernice (Holt) Springer in Millhein, Pennsylvania on July 17, 1955; and

WHEREAS, Bill Springer worked as a diesel mechanic inspector for the Department of the Army; and

WHEREAS, Bill Springer was a Mason and Shriner and took great pride in the work they did; his most notable activity was dressing as Santa Claus every year for over 25 years; and

WHEREAS, Bill Springer led a varied and colorful life with many hobbies; when he was younger, he was accomplished in martial arts; he enjoyed playing pool throughout his life, participating in many leagues and tournaments, and he loved riding motorcycles; he was fond of a good meal and was an accomplished cook with an especially memorable fish soup; and

WHEREAS, Bill Springer was a man of faith and an ordained minister; he will be remembered for his huge heart and his willingness to help others; and

WHEREAS, Bill Springer is survived by his wife, Jan; his children, Christina Massow, Bigg (Lacey) Springer, Marc (Ashley) Matulis, and Erin (Cyle) Murdoch; his grandchildren, Chelsea (Jacob) Rash, Aprilia Massow, Quentin Perry, Avery Springer, Preston Matulis, Olivia Matulis, and Laken Murdoch; his great-grandchild, Braelyn Rash; and his close friend, Jon Ward; therefore, be it

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