HR1034 99TH 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 Darren W. Josten of Herrin, who passed away on February 5, 2016; and

WHEREAS, Darren Josten was born in Herrin to Dan W. and Carol L. (nee Butterio) Josten on April 30, 1967; he graduated from Herrin High School in 1986; he was first married to Diann Cox; he was then united in marriage to Christy Brandon on April 24, 2015; and

WHEREAS, Darren Josten was employed at J & J Coins in Herrin; he formerly worked at Maytag in Herrin; and

WHEREAS, Darren Josten was a member of Christian Covenant Fellowship Church in Carterville; he loved cars, especially anything MOPAR, and could often be found in his garage working on cars; his favorite was a 1955 Dodge Rat-Rod affectionately called "Mater"; he was passionate about supporting his 3 boys in all of their endeavors; he was always their number one fan, whether it be tennis, basketball, or football; and

WHEREAS, Darren Josten was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Olive and Frank Butterio, and his paternal grandparents, Carmeletha and Kenny Josten; and

WHEREAS, Darren Josten is survived by his wife, Christy; his 3 sons, Dakota Josten, Hunter Jordan, and Gavin Jordan; his parents, Dan and Carol Josten; his father-in-law and mother-in-law, the Rev. Ralph and Barbara Brandon; his aunt and uncle, Glenda and Randie Griffin; his extended family, Linda and Larry Cox; his several brothers, sisters, nieces, nephews, and cousins; and his faithful companion, Buddy; therefore, be it

RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-NINTH GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we mourn the passing of Darren W. Josten, 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 Darren Josten as an expression of our deepest sympathy.