SR0566 103RD GENERAL ASSEMBLY

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SENATE RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois Senate are saddened to learn of the death of Jack Carl Parish, who passed away on October 20, 2023; and

WHEREAS, Jack Parish was born to Field and Annie Bell Parish in Lake Village, Arkansas on January 28, 1935; he attended Coleman High School in Greenville, Mississippi, where he laid the foundation for a life devoted to the art of bricklaying; he married Ruth M. Clark on June 9, 1957, and they had seven children together; and

WHEREAS, Jack Parish joined the esteemed Local 56 of the International Union of Bricklayers and Allied Craftworkers, leaving an indelible mark on countless projects and hearts; he was deeply dedicated to the craft, becoming a mentor and imparting his knowledge to a new generation of craftsmen; and

WHEREAS, Jack Parish was deeply committed to his faith and made sure his family's spiritual journey was grounded in the sanctuary of their church; beyond his work and faith, he reveled in the simple joys of life, including going on camping trips, traveling on the open road, and spending time with his grandchildren; and

WHEREAS, Jack Parish was a pillar of strength and love who embraced his roles as a husband, father, and provider with grace and unwavering commitment; and

WHEREAS, Jack Parish was the father of Jack C. (Lorraine) Parish Jr., Kenneth C. (Katie) Parish, Katherine D. (Leroy) Parish Rush, the late Cheneta (Gus Oldham Sr.) Parish-Oldham, Aundra (Carolyn) Parish, Reginald A. (Barb) Parish, and Mondell R. (Billy) Parish; the grandfather of 23; the great-grandfather of 37; the brother of the late Shirley (Milton) Ganison, the late Rubye (Robert) Barber, the late Jean (Leroy) Singleton, the late Marva (Harold) Robinson, the late Debra (Vernon) Gause, the late Phield (Hester) Parish, and the late Montrose (Judy) Parish; the steadfast companion of Jimmy and Ester Viverette and Dorothy Bentley Myles; and the uncle and cousin of many; therefore, be it

RESOLVED, BY THE SENATE OF THE ONE HUNDRED THIRD GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we mourn the passing of Jack Carl Parish 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 Jack Parish as an expression of our deepest sympathy.