SR0752 102ND GENERAL ASSEMBLY

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SENATE RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois Senate are saddened to learn of the death of Wayne County Sheriff's Deputy Sean Riley, who was killed in the line of duty on December 29, 2021; and

WHEREAS, Deputy Riley was born to Doug and Mary Jo (Hill) Riley on November 5, 1983; he married Leslie Young on August 11, 2007; and

WHEREAS, Deputy Riley was a 3-year veteran of the Wayne County Sheriff's Department, serving as both a corrections officer and patrol deputy; and

WHEREAS, Deputy Riley, alongside his wife, dedicated his time to community sports; he also served as a t-ball and baseball coach; and

WHEREAS, Deputy Riley lived life to the fullest, loved his family and friends deeply, and died doing what he loved; he will be remembered as a devoted public servant, father, and friend; and

WHEREAS, Deputy Riley was preceded in death by his mother, Mary Jo Riley; and

WHEREAS, Deputy Riley is survived by his wife, Leslie Riley; his children, Logan Brown, Deegan Riley, and Mia Jo Riley; his father, Doug Riley; his sister, Spring (Darrin) Bonney; his mother-in-law, Glenda Young; his sister-in-law, Glenna (Jim) Michael; several aunts, uncles, and cousins; and his special aunt, Margaret (Joe) Molt; 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 Wayne County Sheriff's Deputy Sean Riley 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 Deputy Riley as an expression of our deepest sympathy.