HR0754 103RD GENERAL ASSEMBLY
 

 
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HOUSE RESOLUTION

 
2    WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois House of 
3Representatives are saddened to learn of the death of Brock 
4Tumbleson, a beloved member of the Kewanee community, who 
5departed from this world on May 3, 2024, leaving behind a 
6legacy of service, love, and dedication; and
 
7    WHEREAS, Brock Tumbleson was born in Kewanee on August 18, 
81956 and grew up on the family farm in Neponset, which 
9instilled in him a deep connection to his roots; and
 
10    WHEREAS, Brock Tumbleson graduated with the class of 1974 
11at Western High School and pursued higher education at Black 
12Hawk East and Southern Illinois University, where he graduated 
13magna cum laude with a degree in mortuary science in 1976; and
 
14    WHEREAS, Brock Tumbleson dedicated over four decades of 
15his life to serving the community through his work at what was 
16then the Schueneman & Tumbleson Funeral Home, initially 
17alongside "Bud" Schueneman and later as a co-owner with Mark, 
18and left an indelible mark on the lives of countless families; 
19and
 
20    WHEREAS, Brock Tumbleson found lifelong love with his high 
21school sweetheart, Molly Madsen, whom he married on August 28, 
 
 
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11976, and they raised two sons, Nathaniel and Jacob, and a 
2daughter, Maggie, fostering a legacy of love and devotion; and
 
3    WHEREAS, Brock Tumbleson was a pillar of the community and 
4served in various capacities, including as an elder, Sunday 
5school teacher, worship leader, and choir director at First 
6Congregational Church SBC in Kewanee, dedicating over five 
7decades to church music ministry and spreading joy through his 
8musical talents; and
 
9    WHEREAS, Brock Tumbleson exemplified the spirit of 
10service, having served as president of the Kewanee Kiwanis 
11Club, president of the Kewanee area United Way, and president 
12of the Ambassadors Club, and he contributed his leadership to 
13numerous other organizations aimed at the betterment of 
14Kewanee and its surrounding areas; and
 
15    WHEREAS, Brock Tumbleson's passion for history, antiques, 
16and community festivities enriched the lives of those around 
17him, fostering a sense of camaraderie and joy that will be 
18fondly remembered; and
 
19    WHEREAS, Brock Tumbleson is survived by his wife, Molly; 
20his children, Nathaniel (Jodi), Jacob, and Maggie (Chad); and 
21his grandchildren, Lexi, Lucas, Myles, Grant, Elliana, Kyle, 
22and Ally, who will carry forward his memory with love and 
 
 
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1reverence; and
 
2    WHEREAS, Brock Tumbleson's unwavering faith, love for his 
3family, and dedication to his friends left an indelible mark 
4on all who had the privilege of knowing him; he will especially 
5be remembered for his kindness and his commitment to making 
6the world a better place; therefore, be it
 
7    RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE ONE 
8HUNDRED THIRD GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that 
9we mourn the passing of Brock Tumbleson and extend our sincere 
10condolences to his family, friends, and all who knew and loved 
11him; and be it further
 
12    RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be 
13presented to the family of Brock Tumbleson as an expression of 
14our deepest sympathy.