SR1050 102ND GENERAL ASSEMBLY

SR1050 LRB102 27688 ECR 39482 r

SENATE RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois Senate are saddened to learn of the death of Thomas "Tom" Charles Becker of Des Plaines, who passed away on May 13, 2022; and

WHEREAS, Tom Becker was born to Eugene and Marjorie Becker in Chicago on November 10, 1957; he grew up in the Independence Park neighborhood and was a graduate of Schurz High School; he married Valerie Wellar in Mundelein on September 12, 1986; and

WHEREAS, Tom Becker was a licensed realtor and assisted many friends and family in finding their dream homes; he was also employed by Peerless Fence Company; and

WHEREAS, Tom Becker was the Des Plaines 6th Ward Alderman from May of 1999 to May of 2007; during his tenure, he brought many traditions to Des Plaines, including the Christmas Tree lighting; and

WHEREAS, Tom Becker was very active in the community and was an avid volunteer with many organizations, including Little League, the City of Des Plaines Special Events Commission, and Irish Fest for the Special Olympics; he helped facilitate the ground breaking of Metro Square and bringing the Rivers Casino to Des Plaines; he also worked with many animal rescue organizations; and

WHEREAS, Tom Becker's special interests included Koi fish ponds, riding his Harley, and playing cards with his friends; and

WHEREAS, Tom Becker was preceded in death by his parents; his brother, William (Evie); and his numerous pets; and

WHEREAS, Tom Becker is survived by his wife, Valerie; his children, Tori, Mark (Renee), and Nicole; his grandchildren, Brookelynn, Charlotte, Autumn, and Gabrielle; his granddogs, Kaylee, Gracie, and Max; his brother, Bob (Laura); and his many nieces and nephews; therefore, be it

RESOLVED, BY THE SENATE OF THE ONE HUNDRED SECOND GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we mourn the passing of Thomas "Tom" Charles Becker 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 Tom Becker as an expression of our deepest sympathy.