SR1049 101ST GENERAL ASSEMBLY

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SENATE RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois Senate are saddened to learn of the death of Martha Alice Nelson-Pugh, who passed away on February 17, 2020; and

WHEREAS, Martha Nelson-Pugh was born in Pace, Mississippi to Willie and Sophia Nelson on October 19, 1928; she moved with her family to Chicago in 1946 and married Willie James Pugh Sr.; and

WHEREAS, Martha Nelson-Pugh's faith was an important part of her life; in her younger years, she was an active member of her community and was affectionately called "Momma" by many; "The Candy Lady" was her name to the children in the neighborhood, and she was lovingly known by friends as "Big Red"; she could always bring everyone together whether it was for a family meal or a game of Keno; and

WHEREAS, After raising her children and helping raise her grandchildren, Martha Nelson-Pugh continued caring for others and added to her family; and

WHEREAS, Martha Nelson-Pugh was preceded in death by her husband, Willie Sr.; her daughter, Betty Jean; her sons, Melvin and Arthur; her sisters, Mary Alice, Ruby Lee, and Catherine; her brothers, Charlie and Ely; her grandson, Raymond; and her parents; and

WHEREAS, Martha Nelson-Pugh is survived by her children, Loretta (Elmer) Taylor, Coy (Jackie) Pugh, Willie Jr. (Corliss) Pugh, Carl Pugh, Tonyja Thomas, Jermaine Pugh, Patrick Pugh, Kareema Pugh, and Coy (Angel) Pugh; her grandchildren, Richard Pugh, Elmer Jr.(Qeena) Taylor, LaShawn Burrell, Shulanda(Me'Jan) Sullivan, Chiquita Harris, Sohn Green, Nicole Pugh, Montisha Thomas, Courtney Pugh, Carl Miller, Kenneth Thomas, Jared Pugh, Keyarra Thomas, Anthony Thomas, Justice Pugh, Ahmariyah Pugh, and Alinani Pugh; 39 great-grandchildren and 12 great-great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces, nephews, family members, and friends; therefore, be it

RESOLVED, BY THE SENATE OF THE ONE HUNDRED FIRST GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we mourn the passing of Martha Alice Nelson-Pugh 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 Martha Nelson-Pugh as an expression of our deepest sympathy.