SR0655 101ST GENERAL ASSEMBLY

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SENATE RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois Senate are saddened to learn of the death of Ruth (Hirschfield) Buhai; and

WHEREAS, Ruth Buhai was a dedicated teacher for over 25 years; and

WHEREAS, Ruth Buhai, former First Lady of Highland Park, was a civic activist and an avid volunteer; she was passionate about politics, social causes, and improving her community; and

WHEREAS, Ruth Buhai was a member of the League of Women Voters for 55 years and a pioneer for women's rights; she was devoted to her family and friends and touched many lives; and

WHEREAS, Ruth Buhai was the beloved wife of the late Mayor Robert Buhai; the loving mother of Betsy (Charles) Zeifman, Barbara Buhai (Stephen Katz), and Liz (George) Buhai-Jacobus; the cherished grandma of Becca (David) Jenkins, Coby (Seyoung) Zeifman, Amy (Vince) Portacci, Nathaniel Katz (Karen Feltman), Lily Katz, and Sarah and Samantha Buhai-Jacobus; the proud great-grandmother of Olive Portacci, Elliot Jenkins, and two great-granddaughters to be; the dear sister of Martin Hirschfield; and the admired aunt of many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews; 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 Ruth Buhai 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 Ruth Buhai as an expression of our deepest sympathy.