SR0152 101ST GENERAL ASSEMBLY

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SENATE RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois Senate are saddened to learn of the death of Bartholomew "Bart" Grawey of Peoria, who passed away on February 14, 2019; and

WHEREAS, Bart Grawey was born on April 13, 1984; his early years were spent playing soccer and basketball at St. Bernard's and seeing how far he could bend the rules at Peoria Notre Dame; his independent and free spirit pushed him to travel far and wide to visit national parks, art museums, friends, and family; and

WHEREAS, Bart Grawey was a staple in the Midwest glass community; he traveled the country to exhibit his personal artwork and exhibited with his partners at Toraason Glass of Peoria and Farmer City Glass of Farmer City; and

WHEREAS, Bart Grawey was an active member of his local music scene, promoting and supporting any touring act that came through town, including his favorite bands, Umphrey's McGee and Widespread Panic; and

WHEREAS, Bart Grawey spent his life doing what he loved; his infectious laugh and joyful, positive spirit touched the lives of every person he met; his friends became family, and his mantra was, "never have a bad day"; and

WHEREAS, Bart Grawey is survived by his parents, Tracy and Joe Purtscher; his siblings, Scott Grawey, Annie Grawey, and Gillian (Ian) Nakamura; his nieces and nephews, Tyler, Hailie, Liam, and Emi; his life partner, Katie Barko; his dog, Bowie; and his many aunts, uncles, and cousins; therefore, be it

RESOLVED, BY THE SENATE OF THE ONE HUNDRED FIRST GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we mourn the passing of Bartholomew "Bart" Grawey 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 Bart Grawey as an expression of our deepest sympathy.