City Council July 20, 2022
RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, Kelly Ann Baker has been called to eternal life by the wisdom of God at the age of 61 to her eternal reward; and
WHEREAS, The Chicago City Council has been informed of her passing by the Honorable Nicole T. Lee. Alderwoman of the 11th Ward; and
WHEREAS. Kelly Ann Baker. 61, April 30, 2022, long time resident ofthe South Side of Chicago, Canaryville neighborhood. World's Greatest Mom of Evan Baker, Jenna Baker, and Colin Baker. Beloved sister of the (late) Colleen McFarlane, Maureen McFarlane, Lauren McFarlane, Lisa McFarlane, and Richard (Kelly) McFarlane; and loving sister-in-law of Barb and Cindy Baker. Dearest aunt of Morgan, Kaitlyn, Megan, Theresa, Leo, Jacqueline, Christi. John. Johnna, Angela, and Jimmy; and
WHEREAS, Kelly was preceded in death by the love of her life, John Baker, and her parents. Richard J. (CPD) and Jean Marie (nee Moody) McFarlane. Cherished friend and sister to the Condon Family, her other Clan; and
WHEREAS, Kelly worked for 30 + years as a clerk at Alexander Graham School, in Canaryville. When she retired, students, teachers and staff were sad to see her leave. She enjoyed working with them, just as much as they enjoyed having her as part of their school. Kelly had a heart like no other. She was extremely kind and compassionate to anyone in need. She was the epitome of a True Warrior and we loved her beyond measure. We were so very blessed to call her our Mom. sister, aunt and friend; and
WHEREAS. Her love of life and ability to live it to the fullest endeared Kelly to her family members, friends and all who knew her. and enabled her to enrich their lives in ways they will never forget; now. therefore
BE IT RESOLVED, That we, the Mayor and members of the City Council of the City of Chicago gathered here this twentieth of July 2022, do hereby express.our sorrow on the death of Kelly Ann Baker and extend to her family and friends our deepest sympathy; and
Nicole T. Lee Alderwoman, 11th Ward
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to the family of Kelly Ann Baker.