Chicago City Council Resolution Celebrating the 100th Centennial Birthday of 8th Ward Chicago Resident Mrs. Jean Orme
WHEREAS, Almighty God, in His infinite wisdom and judgment continues to show favor by granting the timeless gifts of love, joy and longevity to a beloved, longtime 8th Ward resident, a faithful woman of God and dedicated community servant, Mrs. Jean Orme, who in a few weeks will be honored by her loving family, church members and friends as she celebrates her 100th Centennial Birthday; and
WHEREAS, the niece of the honoree, ThyatiriaA. Towns, a veteran educator with the Chicago Public Schools, has informed 8th Ward Alderman Michelle Harris about the upcoming celebration of the 100th birthday of their beloved relative, Mrs. Jean Orme, which will occur on February 14, 2019; and
WHEREAS, Alderman Michelle A. Harris, and on behalf of the residents 8th Ward & her fellow colleagues of the Chicago City Council have informed this august body of this significant upcoming Centennial birthday celebration honoring Mrs. Orme; and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Jean Orme was born as a 'Valentine's Day Baby' into the loving union of her parents Eugene and Georgia Alice Gaston, on February 14,1919 in Genoa, Illinois. She was one of 8 children - - 5 brothers and 3 sisters; and
WHEREAS, Jean Gaston was known as a bright, happy and inquisitive child. She and her close-knit family, believed in the importance of education, good manners and being reared in the church; and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Jean Orme has always been known as an energetic and forward-thinking individual. Jean enjoyed learning, attended and later taught school in Kosciusko, Mississippi. After her family relocated to Chicago in 1945 during the Great Migration, they settled on the city's south side. Jean Gaston met and married the love of her life, enjoying 25 years of marital bliss with late husband and former Chicago Policeman; Mr. Rhey Orme (deceased). The couple had one son, Kevin Orme, (also deceased) who blessed them with two wonderful grandchildren; and
WHEREAS, upon settling in the 8th Ward community with her husband, Mrs. Jean Orme became a longtime faithful member of St. Edmonds Episcopal Church, which she joined in 1958. Jean was employed for thirty-nine years by one of Chicago's once most noted Black-owned legacy companies, Supreme Life Insurance. Starting as a clerk, she steadily advanced through the ranks over the years, ending her career having achieved the prestigious title of Vice-President and Purchasing Director; and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Jean Orme has truly lived a wonderful life, and has along with her late husband, traveled widely and shared interesting experiences as members of such groups as the Couples Club; The Patterns; Mr. & Mrs. Club of Chicago; the Afternoon Bridge Clubs; and the Acey-o-deucey Bridge Club. She also enjoyed membership in The Red Hat Society - 'Sassy Sisters'; and
WHEREAS, Today, Mrs. Jean Orme is beloved by many friends and acquaintances. She is further respected as a strongly spiritual woman who believes deeply in family. She has enjoyed entertaining her relatives, friends and neighbors, who fondly remember special holiday meals and family-focused events. Although somewhat slowed by the passage of time, she still loves to laugh; and
Therefore Be It Resolved, That we, the Mayor and the members of the City Council of the City of Chicago, gathered here in assembly this 23rd day of January, 2019 A.D., do
hereby express our most heartfelt congratulations and best wishes for a wonderful upcoming February 14th birthday celebration honoring 100 years to Mrs. Jean Orme. We also extend to her family, friends, neighbors and church members our sincere pleasure that she has achieved this great life milestone; and
Be It Further Resolved, that a suitable copy of this resolution be prepared and presented to, Mrs. Jean Orme on the exceptionally wonderful and auspicious occasion of this forthcoming 100th Centennial birthday celebration.
Michelle A. Harris, Alderman - 8 Ward