SR1084 100TH GENERAL ASSEMBLY

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SENATE RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois Senate are saddened to learn of the death of Bradley J. Lewis DC, DNBHE of Crystal Lake, who passed away on October 24, 2017; and

WHEREAS, Brad Lewis was born in Brown City, Michigan to Jack and Donna Lewis on April 13, 1949, the oldest of three boys; he grew up in Capac and Davison, Michigan, where he made many lifelong friendships; he served in Vietnam from 1970-1971; and

WHEREAS, Brad Lewis attended the National College of Chiropractic in Lombard and earned a Doctor of Chiropractic Degree; he later became a Homeopathic Practitioner; he practiced Chiropractic and Homeopathy in Crystal Lake for 32 years; he was dedicated to helping his patients and counseling those who returned from military service; and

WHEREAS, Brad Lewis was a member of the Illinois Chiropractic Society, the Rotary Club, and the Crystal Lake Chamber of Commerce; he donated to Gift of Life so others could live on; beyond his practice, he had a passion for trap shooting, was an avid reader, and had a knack for crossword puzzles; and

WHEREAS, Brad Lewis was preceded in death by his father; and

WHEREAS, Brad Lewis is survived by his wife of 47 years, Carol (Hintz) Lewis; his son, Benjamin Lewis; his daughter, Heidi Lewis; his mother; his brothers, Brian (Shirley) and Jack (Rik England) Lewis; and his many nieces and nephews; therefore, be it

RESOLVED, BY THE SENATE OF THE ONE HUNDREDTH GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we mourn the passing of Bradley J. Lewis DC, DNBHE 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 Brad Lewis as an expression of our deepest sympathy.