SR1177 100TH GENERAL ASSEMBLY

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SENATE RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois Senate are saddened to learn of the death of Frances N. "Fran" Macris of Joliet, who passed away on November 16, 2017; and

WHEREAS, Frances Macris was born to Nicholas and Catherine (Kapellas) Cookas on July 26, 1920; and

WHEREAS, Frances Macris was a social and active woman who was deeply involved in her community; she served as the president for both the Women's Club of Joliet and the Pershing School PTA; she was a coordinator of volunteers for the American Red Cross and a member of the Silver Cross Hospital Advisory Board, volunteering many hours at the Encore Shop and as a member of the Hospitality Club; she was a devoted lifelong member of All Saints Greek Orthodox Church, serving on the Parish Council, the church choir, and with the Daughters of Penelope; and

WHEREAS, Frances Macris was married to a naval officer and also had two sons and a grandson who were officers; she actively supported her men in uniform and their professional careers; she selflessly devoted her life to her family and many friends; and

WHEREAS, Frances Macris was preceded in death by her loving and devoted husband of 46 years, Constantine A. Macris; her parents; and her siblings, Irene (William) Booras, George Cookas, Mitchell (Betty) Cookas, and Alexander Cookas; and

WHEREAS, Frances Macris is survived by her sons, Dean (Margaret) Macris and Nicholas (Kathy) Macris; her grandchildren, Sophia Macris, Constantine (Deanna) Macris, Harrison Macris, and Maria Frances Macris; her great-grandchildren, Annika Macris and Lucia Macris; her sister-in-law, Mary Lou Cookas; her goddaughter, Michele Polvere; and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins; therefore, be it

RESOLVED, BY THE SENATE OF THE ONE HUNDREDTH GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we mourn the passing of Frances N. "Fran" Macris, and extend our sincere condolences to her family, friends, and all who knew and loved her; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to the family of Frances Macris as an expression of our deepest sympathy.