Bill Text: IL SR1013 | 2021-2022 | 102nd General Assembly | Introduced

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Bill Title: Mourns the death of Joseph B. Stokes.

Spectrum: Partisan Bill (Democrat 2-0)

Status: (Passed) 2022-11-16 - Resolution Adopted [SR1013 Detail]

Download: Illinois-2021-SR1013-Introduced.html

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SENATE RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois Senate are saddened
to learn of the death of Joseph B. Stokes, who passed away on
March 9, 2022; and
WHEREAS, Joseph Stokes was born on April 22, 1986; and
WHEREAS, Joseph Stokes was the physical education teacher
at Holy Family School in North Lawndale; he worked hard to
cultivate an individual relationship with each student and to
understand each unique personality; he encouraged his students
to be their best selves in all situations; and
WHEREAS, Joseph Stokes was a football fanatic, according
to his sister, Tina; he played football in high school and
college, and he previously coached at Proviso East; and
WHEREAS, Joseph Stokes is survived by two children, a
13-year-old and a 15-year-old; he spent a great deal of time
with his boys, and both are involved in sports; and
WHEREAS, Joseph Stokes was sweet, caring, and kind and
enjoyed helping others; he will especially be remembered for
his positive attitude and the joyous energy he shared;
therefore, be it

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RESOLVED, BY THE SENATE OF THE ONE HUNDRED SECOND GENERAL
ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we mourn the passing of
Joseph B. Stokes 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 Joseph Stokes as an expression of
our deepest sympathy.