Record #: R2017-538   
Type: Resolution Status: Adopted
Intro date: 6/28/2017 Current Controlling Legislative Body:
Final action: 6/28/2017
Title: Tribute to late Steven Martin Tadelman
Sponsors: Laurino, Margaret
Attachments: 1. R2017-538.pdf

MEMORIAL RESOLUTION FOR STEVEN MARTIN TADELMAN

 

WHEREAS, It is with great sadness that the members of this Chamber learned of the death of Steven Martin Tadelman on May 30, 2017; and

WHEREAS, The Chicago City Council has been informed of her passing by the Honorable Margaret Laurino, Alderman of the 39th Ward; and

 

WHEREAS, Bom on June 6, 1947, Steve was the beloved husband of Marlem (nee Era) for 48 years; loving father of Jeffrey (Kimberly) and the late Kimberly; dear brother of Mark; devoted son of the late Abraham and Anne Tadelman; fond son-in-law of Esther and the late Luis Era; dear cousin to Miki and Rick; and cherished uncle to many nieces and nephews. To his treasured family and friends who had the good fortune to know him, Steve leaves a legacy of faith, dignity and love; and

 

WHEREAS, Steve viewed public service as a noble profession and served in the National Guard for six years. He worked a variety of positions in city government, retiring as 39th Ward Street and Sanitation Superintendent; and

 

WHEREAS, Growing up in the 39th Ward on the 4800 block of Avers in Albany Park, Steve was a graduate of Volta Elementary and Roosevelt High School. As a longtime member of the 39th Ward Democratic Organization, Steve was an affectionate soul known for his loving heart and his corny jokes; and

 

WHEREAS, His love of life and ability to live it to the fullest endeared Steve Tadelman to his family members, friends and all who knew him, and enabled him to enrich their lives in ways they will never forget; and

 

WHEREAS, Despite our sorrow, we continue to preserve and glorify Steve's life. He touched the lives of all who knew him through his kindness. Steve will be deeply missed, but the memory of his character and his compassion will live on in those who knew and loved him; now, therefore

 

BE IT RESOLVED, That we, the Mayor and Members ofthe City Council ofthe City of Chicago, assembled this twenty eighth day of May 2017 do hereby commemorate Steven Martin Tadelman for his grace-filled life and do hereby express our heartfelt condolences to his family; and

MARGARET LAURINO Alderman, 39th Ward

 

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That suitable copies of this resolution are presented to the family of Steven Martin Tadelman as a sign of our honor, gratitude, and respect.