SR0274 103RD GENERAL ASSEMBLY

SR0274 LRB103 32316 ECR 61633 r

SENATE RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois Senate are saddened to learn of the death of Stacey Ann (Winch) Gooden of Springfield, who passed away on April 25, 2023; and

WHEREAS, Stacey Gooden was born to John Morris and Lois (Ross) Winch in Springfield on August 31, 1950; she graduated from Springfield High School in 1968 and attended Western Illinois University; and

WHEREAS, Stacey Gooden owned and operated Winch Floral Shop, which was in business in Springfield for over 100 years; for 40 years, she enjoyed making magnolia wreaths for the annual National American Legion Lincoln Pilgrimage from the Illinois State Capital to the Lincoln Tomb; and

WHEREAS, Stacey Gooden served as a judge for the Illinois Skills Competition for several years; she was also a member of the Illinois State Floral Association, a Brownie scout leader, and a member of the Springfield Jaycee's Auxiliary, also known as "the Jayshees"; and

WHEREAS, Stacey Gooden enjoyed attending her grandchildren's sporting events, tending to plants, playing board games, doing puzzles, shopping, attending many flower conventions, and traveling to England, the Bahamas, Hawaii, and the Lake of the Ozarks; she was also an avid reader; and

WHEREAS, Stacey Gooden was known for being generous to those in need and having a fondness for all animals; and

WHEREAS, Stacey Gooden was preceded in death by her parents; her sister, Regina Oldbury; her brother, John Winch Jr.; and her honorary family, Ben and Ida Victor; and

WHEREAS, Stacey Gooden is survived by her daughters, Laurel (Terry) Castleman, Christina (Mark) Norman, and Molly Jo Gooden; her grandchildren, Micah, Caleb, and Isabelle Norman; her sisters, Diana Hemmenway, Veronica Winch, and Renee Bollinger; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins; 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 Stacey Ann (Winch) Gooden and extend our sincere condolences to her family, friends, and all who knew and loved her; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to the family of Stacey Gooden as an expression of our deepest sympathy.