SR0715 96TH GENERAL ASSEMBLY

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SENATE RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois Senate are saddened to learn of the death of Michael J. Rosenquist, staff attorney in the Legislative Reference Bureau, of River Forest; and

WHEREAS, Michael J. Rosenquist was the cherished son of John and Kathleen, nee Lane, Rosenquist; the loving brother of Kristin, Patrick, and John Rosenquist; the devoted grandson of Mary and the late James Lane and the late Edward and Elizabeth Rosenquist; the dear nephew, cousin, and friend of many; the beloved fiancee of Christine Infanger; and the dear friend and co-worker to the staff of the Legislative Reference Bureau; and

WHEREAS, Mike was a 1998 graduate of Fenwick High School, a 2002 graduate of the University of Wisconsin-Madison, and a 2005 graduate of Marquette University School of Law; and

WHEREAS, Mike was an attorney for the Legislative Reference Bureau in Springfield for the last 3 years, where he was affectionately known as "Rosey"; he worked in the areas of education, utilities, and financial regulation; and

WHEREAS, Mike is remembered as quick-witted, sharp-minded, and one of the nicest people to work with on pending legislation; he knew no strangers, always had a kind word for everyone, and cared deeply for his friends and family; and

WHEREAS, Mike never hesitated to show concern for others, and will be deeply missed by all those who knew and loved him; therefore, be it

RESOLVED, BY THE SENATE OF THE NINETY-SIXTH GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we mourn, along with his family and friends, the passing of Michael J. Rosenquist; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to the family of Michael Rosenquist as a symbol of our sincere sympathy.