SR0403 102ND GENERAL ASSEMBLY

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SENATE RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois Senate are saddened to learn of the death of Pearline Wiley of Chicago; and

WHEREAS, Pearline Wiley was born in Clacks, Mississippi to Walter and Ethel McIntosh on January 29, 1932; she relocated to Memphis, Tennessee, where she met Johnny Wiley and they had six children; she later relocated to Chicago, where she took up permanent residence; and

WHEREAS, Pearline Wiley became deeply committed to her faith at an early age in Clacks, Mississippi; after relocating to Chicago, she joined the Church of Christ located on 198 South Spaulding Avenue; she later joined the Helping Hand M.B. Church under the leadership of Reverend and Founder Joseph B. Kelly, where she served faithfully and was honored to be the last surviving Adams Street member; she served the church in various positions, including as superintendent of the Sunday school, supervisor of the children's choir, teacher, and choir member; she was a member of the Beautifying Club, the Pastor Aide Club, the Ways and Means Committee, and the Missionary Society; and

WHEREAS, Pearline Wiley was known for being very outspoken and stern but loving when offering words of wisdom; she commanded respect, which gave way to loving her unconditionally; she sowed the seeds of love and reaped a harvest of love in her lifetime; she will be missed; 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 Pearline Wiley and extend our sincere condolences to her family, friends, and all who knew and loved her; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to the family of Pearline Wiley as an expression of our deepest sympathy.