SR0825 101ST GENERAL ASSEMBLY

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SENATE RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois Senate are saddened to learn of the death of John A. Janicik, who passed away August 8, 2019 at the age of 62; and

WHEREAS, John Janicik was born on May 2, 1957 in Belleville to Albert and Eileen Janicik; and

WHEREAS, John Janicik attended Knox College, where he wrestled and earned his bachelor's degree; he then went to work in manufacturing; he became a travel assistant to former Illinois Governor James R. Thompson and then a legislative liaison for the Illinois Department of Commerce and Community Affairs and a legal clerk with the Illinois Commerce Commission; and

WHEREAS, John Janicik was encouraged by Gov. Thompson and others to study law; he attended Loyola University Chicago and graduated with a law degree in 1986; he started his law career with the Chicago firm of Lincoln, Isham and Beale; in 1988, he joined the law firm of Mayer Brown after receiving a call from Ty Fahner, a former colleague of the Thompson administration; and

WHEREAS, John Janicik worked in the early years of casino gaming boats and represented operators and advised clients on regulatory, financing, and banking issues; and

WHEREAS, John Janicik was a partner and attorney at Mayer Brown for 30 years; he led the government and global trade practice for Mayer Brown for 12 years and set the industry-leading practice in regulatory, government relations, and public law matters; recently, he worked with Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot and was highly respected in his field; and

WHEREAS, John Janicik also provided pro bono counsel to many groups, including the Illinois Medical District (IMD) Guest House and the Catholic Diocese of Joliet; he served as both pro bono attorney and chairman of the board of IMD Guest House; he was equally active at the Catholic Diocese of Joliet, serving on or chairing multiple committees; additionally, he was active with the Better Business Bureau and the Notre Dame Parish; and

WHEREAS, John Janicik was known for his quick wit, generosity, wise advice, and devotion to his religion; he will be remembered for his dedication to integrity and good government practices; he could be found on the golf course, watching Cardinals baseball, working out, or spending time with his wife and children; and

WHEREAS, John Janicik is survived by his wife of 36 years, Candie Janicik; his siblings, Thomas Janicik, Kathleen (Steve) Ryan, and James (Mary Jo) Janicik; his children, Mark (Sarah) Janicik, Sarah (Dave) Grady, and Rachel (Connor) Powers; and his granddaughter, Ella Janicik; therefore, be it

RESOLVED, BY THE SENATE OF THE ONE HUNDRED FIRST GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we mourn the passing John A. Janicik 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 John Janicik as an expression of our deepest sympathy.