SR0741 102ND GENERAL ASSEMBLY

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SENATE RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois Senate are saddened to learn of the death of Vito Saputo Jr. of Springfield, who passed away on December 31, 2021; and

WHEREAS, Vito Saputo Jr. was born in Springfield to Vito and Rose Calandrino Saputo on January 17, 1929; he graduated from Lanphier High School and served in the U.S. Army; he married Beverly Lawrence on July 22, 1961; and

WHEREAS, Vito Saputo Jr. lived an extraordinary life, traveled the country, worked hard, and took great pride in his family; and

WHEREAS, Vito Saputo Jr. loved animals, music, playing the piano, tinkering in his garage, exercising, and enjoying life on Lake Springfield; he had enough entertaining stories and valuable lessons for multiple lifetimes; and

WHEREAS, Vito Saputo Jr. was preceded in death by his parents; his daughter, Deena Saputo; his brothers, Russell, Frank, and Joe Saputo; and his sisters, Katie Zeppetella, Stella Murrill, and Vita Summers; and

WHEREAS, Vito Saputo Jr. is survived by his wife, Beverly; his children, Vito (Cynthia) Saputo, Melinda (Donny) O'Connor, and Tony Saputo; his grandson, Dr. Blake O'Connor; and 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 Vito Saputo Jr. 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 Vito Saputo Jr. as an expression of our deepest sympathy.