SR0021 103RD GENERAL ASSEMBLY

SR0021 LRB103 25149 ECR 51488 r

SENATE RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois Senate are saddened to learn of the death of Mary M. (Adams) Stacel of Joliet, who passed away on December 17, 2022; and

WHEREAS, Mary Stacel was born to Emily (Shepich) and John Adams in Denver, Colorado on September 20, 1944; she married David "Dave" Stacel; and

WHEREAS, Mary Stacel was actively involved with the American Legion Post 1080 Ladies Auxiliary, where she served as treasurer; she also volunteered in other activities; and

WHEREAS, Mary Stacel was a loving and devoted wife, mother, and grandmother who was dedicated to taking care of her family and faithfully attending all of her grandchildren's activities without hesitation; she also loved animals and shared her animal care skills in many ways, including pet sitting when needed; and

WHEREAS, Mary Stacel was a loyal and faithful friend to many; she will be remembered for her unselfishness and her beautiful smile; and

WHEREAS, Mary Stacel is survived by her husband of 38 years, Dave; her children, Heather (Jovan) Leary, Tara (Cal) Waldvogel, Craig (Kim) Leary, and Sean Leary; her stepsons, Jason Stacel and Scott (Melanie) Stacel; her grandchildren, Gibson Waldvogel, Colton Waldvogel, Jackson Leary, Isabel Stacel, and Emma Stacel; her sisters, Madelyn Adams and Sandra (Dave) Watts; her cousins, nieces, and nephews; her best friend, Annie Russell; and all of her "Hen" friends; 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 Mary M. (Adams) Stacel 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 Mary Stacel as an expression of our deepest sympathy.