Record #: R2015-596   
Type: Resolution Status: Adopted
Intro date: 7/29/2015 Current Controlling Legislative Body:
Final action: 7/29/2015
Title: Tribute to late Jimmie D. Hicks
Sponsors: Mitts, Emma
Attachments: 1. R2015-596.pdf

RESOLUTION

 

WHEREAS, in His infinite wisdom, Almighty God has granted eternal peace to Jimme D. Hicks on July 3, 2015, an outstanding citizen and member of his community; and

 

WHEREAS, The City Council has been informed of his passing by The Honorable Emma Mitts, Alderman of the 37th Ward; and

 

WHEREAS, born to the late Edna Brunner Johnson and Lloyd Hicks in Monroe, Louisiana on December 9, 1940, he was raised by his grandmother Laura Brunner; and

 

WHEREAS, he married Opal Moss, the love of his life, and to this union four children were born, Demetrius, Tawana, Eric, and Jimmie. He also raised his grandson, Anthony, as his own; and

 

WHERAS, Jimmie loved playing basketball with his team the "Harlem Hawks", where he was known as Jimbo, and he was passionate about music, lending his talents as a dee-jay to parties and gatherings; and

 

WHEREAS, a talented and gifted dancer, a sharp dresser, and a kind soul, he earned the respect and admiration of the many who were lucky enough to call him their friend; and

 

WHEREAS, he will be remembered for his candor, because although he was an understanding and compassionate man, his friends and loved ones always relied on his for a frank discussion or blunt advice; and

 

WHEREAS, the joy of his life was caring for others, both his children and grandchildren, and he worked his life tirelessly to provide for them and care for them. Had a unique and keen understanding of young people and was an honest, compassionate father-figure to many; and

 

WHEREAS, a man of character, strong-will, and relentless compassion, Jimmie will be greatly missed by the many who knew him, but the memory of his character and compassion will live on in those he loved; now, therefore,

 

BE IT RESOLVED, that we the Mayor and members ofthe City of Chicago City Council, gathered together this 29th Day of July, 2015, do hereby express our sincerest sorrow upon learning ofthe passing of Jimmie D. Hicks, Sr. and extend our deepest condolence to his family and loved ones. ^

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that suitable copies of this resolution be prepared, aljid ^
presented to the family of Jimmie D. Hicks, Sr.                     r; ~j? ^

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Emma Mitts Alderman, 37th Ward