SR0621 103RD GENERAL ASSEMBLY

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SENATE RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois Senate are saddened to learn of the death of David A. Holcomb of Milan, who passed away on November 16, 2023; and

WHEREAS, David Holcomb was born to Harry and Esther (Formhals) Holcomb in Morris on January 8, 1936; he graduated from Morris High School in 1954; he earned his Bachelor of Arts and Master of Arts in Music Education from Illinois State University; he served in the U.S. Army, playing baritone horn in the 5th U.S. Army Band and in the U.S. Army Band in Germany for several years; he married Gail Emerson in Morton in 1969; and

WHEREAS, David Holcomb taught music in the Rock Island Public Schools for 34 years; he also served as the band director of Ambrose Jazz for a time; and

WHEREAS, David Holcomb was a well-known jazz pianist in the Quad Cities, playing in numerous venues throughout the area; he was known for his ability to entertain with both his music and his wit; and

WHEREAS, David Holcomb was preceded in death by his parents and his siblings, Joel, Henrietta, Rachel, Ruth, and Carl; and

WHEREAS, David Holcomb is survived by his wife of 54 years, Gail; several nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews; and his poodles, Billie and Oscar; 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 David A. Holcomb 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 David Holcomb as an expression of our deepest sympathy.