SR1030 103RD GENERAL ASSEMBLY

SR1030 LRB103 40801 ECR 73675 r

SENATE RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois Senate are saddened to learn of the death of David E. Daniels of Springfield, who passed away on April 24, 2024; and

WHEREAS, David Daniels was born to Herman and Ida Marie Desalle Daniels in Springfield on October 12, 1946; he graduated from Lanphier High School; he received his master's degree in civil engineering from the University of Missouri at Rolla; he married Mary Ellen Dodge at St. Patrick's Catholic Church in Springfield on April 8, 1967; and

WHEREAS, David Daniels worked for Hanson Professional Services, Inc., where he played a significant role in establishing the company as a recognized leader in soil mechanics, foundation engineering, and the design of earth and rockfill dams, retiring after 36 years of service; and

WHEREAS, David Daniels was a member of St. Aloysius Catholic Church; he volunteered for Habitat for Humanity, helping build homes, and donated blood many times over the years; and

WHEREAS, David Daniels enjoyed playing sports with his brothers and coached both of his sons in baseball and hockey, continuing to coach youth baseball for approximately 20 years; he loved reading and traveling and playing golf with his wife and family; and

WHEREAS, David Daniels was preceded in death by his wife of 56 years and his parents; and

WHEREAS, David Daniels is survived by his sons, David (Michelle) Daniels and Tony Daniels; his daughter, Angela (Jeff) Burt; his grandchildren, Alexandra "Lexi" Smith, Amanda Daniels, Sara Daniels, and Geno Daniels; his siblings, Richard (Sandy) Daniels, Phillip (Katie) Daniels, Armand "Army" (Jan) Daniels, and Cheri (Bill) Wiant; 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 David Daniels 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 David Daniels as an expression of our deepest sympathy.