SR0450 103RD GENERAL ASSEMBLY

SR0450 LRB103 34080 ECR 63897 r

SENATE RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois Senate are saddened to learn of the death of Robert Norman "Bob" Hetz, who passed away on August 26, 2023; and

WHEREAS, Bob Hetz was born to Phillip and Kathryn Hetz in Cordova on July 5, 1928; he graduated from Cordova High School; he married Marjorie Nolan in Cordova on August 2, 1952; he served in the U.S. Army from 1954 to 1955; and

WHEREAS, Bob Hetz worked as a farmer in Cordova and Port Byron; he retired at the age of 65; and

WHEREAS, Bob Hetz was a member of the Cordova Baptist Church; he volunteered at the Port Byron American Legion's booth; and

WHEREAS, Bob Hetz enjoyed traveling to Wisconsin, California, South Carolina, Florida, and other places to visit his children, extended family, and friends; he also enjoyed spending time with his friends, dancing, and visiting casinos; above all, he loved being at home, playing cards, and spending time with his family; and

WHEREAS, Bob Hetz will be remembered for his infectious smile, cheerful disposition, thoughtfulness, and humor; and

WHEREAS, Bob Hetz was preceded in death by his wife; his parents; his brother, George; his sister, Betty Horn; and his infant sister, Grace; and

WHEREAS, Bob Hetz is survived by his children, JoDee (Jerry) Lawrence, Tina (Roger) Hillestad, Dr. Rob (Jean) Hetz, and Roger (Kari) Hetz; 12 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; his companion, Ardyth Nolan; his cousin, Shirley Script; and his friends, Aime VanDriessche, Yvette VanDriessche, Dan Talerico, and Mari Talerico; therefore, be it

RESOLVED, BY THE SENATE OF THE ONE HUNDRED THIRD GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we mourn the passing of Robert Norman "Bob" Hetz 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 Bob Hetz as an expression of our deepest sympathy.