SR2272 99TH GENERAL ASSEMBLY

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SENATE RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois Senate are saddened to learn of the death of Gilbert E. Breckling of Silvis, who passed away on September 24, 2016; and

WHEREAS, Gilbert Breckling was born in Davenport, Iowa to Walter and Marie (Cappaert) Breckling on October 19, 1934; he graduated from United Township High School in 1952; he was stationed in Korea while serving with the United States Army; he married Roberta Smith in East Moline on December 7, 1968; and

WHEREAS, Gilbert Breckling was a journeyman electrician, working throughout the Quad Cities, including with the John Deere Foundry; and

WHEREAS, Gilbert Breckling was a member of Calvary Church and their Healing Team; he was active with the Rock Island County Fair and was always there to help those in need; he was an avid fisherman, had a great sense of humor, and loved his family dearly; he was affectionately known as "Honest Gil"; and

WHEREAS, Gilbert Breckling was preceded in death by his parents; his children, Christopher Breckling, and Kari Copeland; and his brothers, Robert, Ronald, and Steve; and

WHEREAS, Gilbert Breckling is survived by his wife, Roberta; his children, Robert Breckling, Scott Breckling, Marty (Laurie) Breckling, Teri (Bill) Kaufman, Shari (Patrick) Gall, and Traci (Rick) Connor; 19 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; and his brother, Philip (Mary) Breckling; therefore, be it

RESOLVED, BY THE SENATE OF THE NINETY-NINTH GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we mourn the passing of Gilbert E. Breckling, 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 Gilbert Breckling as an expression of our deepest sympathy.