HR1017 96TH GENERAL ASSEMBLY

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HOUSE RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois House of Representatives are saddened to learn of the death of Michael J. Rosenquist, staff attorney in the Legislative Reference Bureau, of River Forest; and

WHEREAS, Michael J. Rosenquist was the cherished son of John and Kathleen, nee Lane, Rosenquist; the loving brother of Kristin, Patrick, and John Rosenquist; the devoted grandson of Mary and the late James Lane and the late Edward and Elizabeth Rosenquist; the dear nephew, cousin, and friend of many; the beloved fiancee of Christine Infanger; and the dear friend and co-worker to the staff of the Legislative Reference Bureau; and

WHEREAS, Mike was a 1998 graduate of Fenwick High School, a 2002 graduate of the University of Wisconsin-Madison, and a 2005 graduate of Marquette University School of Law; and

WHEREAS, Mike was an attorney for the Legislative Reference Bureau in Springfield for the last 3 years, where he was affectionately known as "Rosey"; he worked in the areas of education, utilities, and financial regulation; and

WHEREAS, Mike is remembered as quick-witted, sharp-minded, and one of the nicest people to work with on pending legislation; he knew no strangers, always had a kind word for everyone, and cared deeply for his friends and family; and

WHEREAS, Mike never hesitated to show concern for others, and will be deeply missed by all those who knew and loved him; therefore, be it

RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-SIXTH GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we mourn, along with his family and friends, the passing of Michael J. Rosenquist; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to the family of Michael Rosenquist as a symbol of our sincere sympathy.