SR0506 101ST GENERAL ASSEMBLY

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SENATE RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois Senate are saddened to learn of the death of Ross W. Wherry of Moline, who passed away on June 7, 2019; and

WHEREAS, Ross Wherry was born in Springfield to Richard and Doris Wherry on November 30, 1952; he was the first Eagle Scout from Orion Troop 123; and

WHEREAS, Ross Wherry traveled the world helping others; he served in the United States Marine Corps and the State Department (USAID) and was stationed in Africa, Europe, Central and South America, the Middle East, and Asia; he saved sea turtles, helped farmers, encouraged education, improved access to medical care and clean water, and worked to repair infrastructure in war-torn countries; and

WHEREAS, Ross Wherry mastered several languages, sang in community and church choirs, played the French horn, and enjoyed the arts; he was an enthusiastic travel guide and history buff; he nurtured gardens, hiked in the National Parks, and remained involved in local theatres and historical preservation; he always found time for a glass of wine, a good cheese, a thick book, a hearty laugh, and sharing stories with family and friends; and

WHEREAS, Ross Wherry was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Michael; and

WHEREAS, Ross Wherry is survived by his wife and daughters, Donna, Kathryn, and Antonia; his siblings, Donald, Maryan, and Chon; and his sisters-in-law, Sharon and Diana; 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 Ross W. Wherry 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 Ross Wherry as an expression of our deepest sympathy.