SR1059 102ND GENERAL ASSEMBLY

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SENATE RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois Senate are saddened to learn of the death of Walter Lee Singleton, who passed away on May 7, 2022; and

WHEREAS, Walter Singleton was born to Cary and Denotra Singleton in Carthage, Mississippi on October 27, 1939; he attended elementary and high school in Carthage; he moved to Chicago upon completing high school; he married Bernice McDonald on June 3, 1962, and they were one month from celebrating their 60th wedding anniversary at the time of his passing; together, they raised three children, Shawna, Brock, and Curtis; and

WHEREAS, Walter Singleton began his career as a computer programmer at Dean's Food; he was a clothing aficionado, always impeccably dressed, and his love for clothes led him on a career trajectory that began with the opening of Clothes and Clothes Boutique in 1983, which was located at 113th and Halsted; after nine successful years, he expanded his business, establishing Brock's For Men in 1992; throughout his career, he was a highly successful and respected businessman who thrived on making people look and feel good; he was a leader in the fashion industry, producing fashion shows in multiple cities that featured one-of-a-kind pieces; his stores were a staple in the community and cherished by the loyal customers he served; and

WHEREAS, Walter Singleton, alongside his wife Bernice, extended their love of educating children beyond teaching their own, starting nursery/kindergarten programs at Bunnyland and Learn As You Grow, which continue to thrive and develop young minds; and

WHEREAS, Walter Singleton was a member of the 95th Street Business Association; and

WHEREAS, Walter Singleton was deeply committed to his faith from an early age; he was baptized at Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church in Carthage, Mississippi; in Chicago, he attended church regularly; he joined Victory Apostolic Church in Matteson in 1996, where he became a faithful member; and

WHEREAS, Walter Singleton loved music; one of his greatest joys was dancing with his wife and daughter at any given moment, and he would even try to carry a tune; and

WHEREAS, Walter Singleton was a trailblazer and a visionary; he will be remembered for being a loving father and grandfather; and

WHEREAS, Walter Singleton is survived by his wife, Bernice; his daughter, Shawna; his sons, Brock and Curtis (Geneva); his sister, Dorothy Harris; his grandchildren, Kailyn, Brooke, Baron, Aria, Amira, Curtis Jr., Gabrielle, Nathan, and Katrina; his two bonus grandchildren, Danielle and Tracy; his countless relatives and friends; his associates in business and social clubs; and his Victory Apostolic Church family; therefore, be it

RESOLVED, BY THE SENATE OF THE ONE HUNDRED SECOND GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we mourn the passing of Walter Lee Singleton 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 Walter Singleton as an expression of our deepest sympathy.