SR0636 99TH GENERAL ASSEMBLY

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SENATE RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois Senate are saddened to learn of the death of Arthur "Art" Love, Jr., who passed away on May 27, 2015; and

WHEREAS, Art Love, Jr. was born in Chicago on April 28, 1957 to Arthur Love, Sr. and Thelma Steele-Love; he attended John Hay Community Academy and Prosser Vocational High School, graduating in 1975; he attended Oakland Community College, where he majored in Material Warehouse Management; and

WHEREAS, Art Love, Jr. worked at the Leaf candy company for several years; he later worked at Barilla in logistics; he became a licensed minister and served in ministry for years, impacting many lives; he served on the board at Calvary Redemption Center; and

WHEREAS, Art Love, Jr. was affectionately known as "Jim Dandy" by many of his relatives; he was an avid sport enthusiast; his favorite sports were 16-inch softball and bowling; he loved bowling and was close to going pro, averaging over 215; he was an excellent dancer and competed in many contests around Chicago; he took pleasure in reading and he constantly read books that encouraged growth and wisdom; and

WHEREAS, Art Love, Jr. married Deborah on August 6, 2011; and

WHEREAS, Art Love, Jr. was preceded in death by his parents, and his sister, Sharon Love-Marshall; and

WHEREAS, Art Love, Jr. is survived by his devoted wife, Deborah; his loving daughters, Martiza, Ava (Garrett), Akira, and Latara; his 3 grandsons, Garrett, Mason, and James (KJ); his loving brother, Lynn (Cynthia); his 2 beautiful aunts, Berta Lightford and Juanita Kennamore; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, friends, and co-workers; therefore, be it

RESOLVED, BY THE SENATE OF THE NINETY-NINTH GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we mourn the passing of Arthur "Art" Love, Jr., 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 Art Love, Jr. as an expression of our deepest sympathy.