HR1415 95TH GENERAL ASSEMBLY

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HOUSE RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois House of Representatives are pleased to congratulate Commander James Hession on the occasion of his retirement from the Antioch Police Department on July 5, 2008 after 28 years of dedicated service; and

WHEREAS, James Hession was born in Chicago on February 20, 1955; he moved to Antioch as a child and has lived there ever since; his father was a former Lake County Sheriff's Deputy; and

WHEREAS, James Hession enlisted in the United States Army in November of 1975, serving his country with pride and distinction in the Military Police; he completed his tour of duty in Panama in November of 1979 and was honorably discharged; he was the recipient of the Good Conduct medal in recognition of his service; and

WHEREAS, James Hession has had a long and distinguished career in law enforcement; he began his career with the Antioch Police Department on February 18, 1980; he rose quickly through the ranks of the department, being promoted to Corporal on October 17, 1988, followed by a promotion to Sergeant on May 20, 1991; he was promoted to Commander In Charge Of Support Services on June 12, 2006, a position he remained in until his retirement; he also served as a Juvenile Officer, a Training Officer, a Special Events Officer, a Teen Court Coordinator, and a Shop With a Cop Coordinator during his tenure; and

WHEREAS, James Hession received a letter of commendation from the Antioch Police Department for his role in apprehending a murder suspect in May of 2008, a testament to Commander Hession's skill and dedication to his profession; and

WHEREAS, Following his retirement, James Hession will hopefully have the time to pursue his favorite hobbies, particularly fishing, reading, and cooking; he will also have more time to spend with his wonderful family, namely his wife, Clovia, and his daughter, Amy; therefore, be it

RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIFTH GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we congratulate Commander James Hession on the occasion of his retirement and wish him continued success and happiness in the future; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to Commander James Hession as a symbol of our esteem and respect.