SR0610 99TH GENERAL ASSEMBLY

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SENATE RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois Senate are saddened to learn of the death of Emily Grace Beazley, who passed away on May 18, 2015; and

WHEREAS, Emily Beazley captured the hearts of thousands in her community during her fight against non-Hodgkin lymphoma; she and her family began a Facebook page called "Emily's Entourage" where she received prayers and encouragement daily; the colors of "Emily's Entourage" - purple and green - could be seen all over Chicago displaying support and hope; and

WHEREAS, Emily Beazley wished to visit the Illinois State Capitol, which she did in April of 2015, making an impromptu speech on the importance of finding a cure for her condition and remaining optimistic; and

WHEREAS, Emily Beazley received words of encouragement and support in a phone call from Grammy Award-winning artist Taylor Swift; and

WHEREAS, Emily Beazley wished to one day become a nurse in the oncology department; and

WHEREAS, Emily Beazley is the loved and cherished daughter of Ed and Nadia (nee Lopez) Beazley; the treasured sister forever of Olivia; the adored granddaughter of Edmund, Sr. and Renata Beazley and Grace and the late Raul Lopez; she is also survived by dear aunts, uncles, cousins, Carly the Chihuahua, family, friends, and the hundreds of supporters who make up "Emily's Entourage"; therefore, be it

RESOLVED, BY THE SENATE OF THE NINETY-NINTH GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we mourn the death of Emily Grace Beazley, 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 Emily Beazley as an expression of our deepest sympathy.