HR1158 95TH 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 Edward Israel Megrant of Plainfield, who passed away on March 12, 2008; and

WHEREAS, Edward Israel Megrant was born in Chicago on September 30, 1932 to the late Edward and Carmella (Meschino) Megrant; he adored his step-father, Dominic Nuccio, who raised him from a young age; and

WHEREAS, Ed loved his guitar and enjoyed playing at church with his organist and dear friend, Donna Morris for over 30 years; Ed was co-owner of the Magnolia Cafe in downtown Plainfield for 6 years, a well-known and well-liked gathering spot; and

WHEREAS, Ed worked for Material Service for 22 years and was co-owner of multiple restaurants; Ed was a member of Calvary Apostolic Church, Romeoville; and

WHEREAS, Ed Megrant was preceded in death by his parents; his brother, Alon (1986); and his son, Tony (1991); and

WHEREAS, Ed Megrant is survived by his loving wife and best friend, Peg (nee Farmer) Megrant; his loving children, Dominic, Dawn, Dustin, Desiree, Tony, and Tommy; he is also survived by one son and two daughters from a previous marriage; he was the cherished Papa of 22 grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren, and two great-great grandchildren; one brother, two sisters, and a favorite uncle, Albert, and two faithful companions, Dobi and Maggie; therefore, be it

RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIFTH GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we mourn, along with his family and friends, the passing of Edward Megrant; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to the family of Edward Megrant as a symbol of our sincere sympathy.