HR0215 103RD GENERAL ASSEMBLY

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HOUSE RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois House of Representatives wish to congratulate Darrell Levell "Mr. Wimbo" Wimberly on 19 years of service to Marion High School and recognize him for his positive impact on the lives of thousands of Marion students, parents, residents, and community members; and

WHEREAS, Darrell Wimberly was born in Louisville, Kentucky on August 23, 1961; and

WHEREAS, Darrell Wimberly was a standout athlete at Butler High School in Louisville, where he starred in football and basketball; and

WHEREAS, Darrell Wimberly attended the University of Louisville from 1978 to 1982 and found great success as a linebacker; and

WHEREAS, Darrell Wimberly tried out for the NFL with the New York Jets, but life had bigger plans for him; and

WHEREAS, Darrell Wimberly had a successful career selling insurance for Commonwealth Life Insurance in the Louisville area for 20 years; and

WHEREAS, Darrell Wimberly moved to Marion in the year 2000, where he sold insurance for five years before applying for a job with Marion High School; and

WHEREAS, Darrell Wimberly worked as a volunteer football coach at Marion High School starting in 2000; he became the dean of students at Marion High School in July 2002 and worked as an administrator, football coach, and basketball coach for more than 20 years; and

WHEREAS, Darrell Wimberly has served as a mentor, advocate, and role model for thousands of Marion High School athletes and students, bettering their lives; and

WHEREAS, Darrell Wimberly has served as pastor at East Liberty Church in rural Marion since 2002, where he has helped lead several Marion residents through their spiritual journeys; and

WHEREAS, Darrell Wimberly served as a guest speaker, prayer leader, and preacher at various Marion area weddings, funerals, vigils, and community gatherings and served on countless boards, committees, and community organizations; and

WHEREAS, With his positivity, Darrell Wimberly has provided inspiration and guidance to his fellow coaches, administrators, and teachers through his service to students and his community; and

WHEREAS, Darrell Wimberly married Deon Wimberly on December 22, 1994 and is the proud and dedicated father of five children; therefore, be it

RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE ONE HUNDRED THIRD GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we congratulate Darrell Levell "Mr. Wimbo" Wimberly on 19 years of service to Marion High School and wish him the very best for the future in recognition of his retirement from education; and be it further

RESOLVED, That we recognize Darrell Wimberly for his positive impact on the lives of thousands of Marion students, parents, residents, and community members; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to Darrell Wimberly as a symbol of our respect and esteem.