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. A Resolution Honoring the Life of Patricia Wells
WHEREAS, The members of this City Council Chamber were deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Patricia Wells on May 13, 2013, an outstanding citizen ofthe Austin community in Chicago, by 37th Ward Alderman Emma Mitts. Recently, Patricia Wells finished her race as a strong Christian woman of faith and has ascended to receive her crown of righteousness.
WHEREAS, Patricia Ann Morgan, known to everyone as "Pat", was born into existence on July 29,1955 in Memphis, Tennessee to Roy James Holmes and Katie Morgan, and moved to Chicago with her parents in 1959; and
WHEREAS, in 1966 Patricia received her spiritual direction from Christ and was baptized at High Mountain Missionary Baptist Church, under the leadership of the late Dr. Jesse D. Jordan, then under the leadership of Pastor Pearlie Johnson, where she was a member for forty-six years; and
WHEREAS, Pat was educated at Lawson Elementary and Marshall High School; she also attended the Byman School of Nursing and also attended Kennedy-King College, pursuing a degree in Business Administration. Further, Patricia was employed by Mt. Sinai Hospital for many years in the Billing Department; she then worked at P.A.C.E. for over 10 years; and
WHEREAS, Pat was united in love and married Michael Wells on June 23, 2001, and together in they cared for her four biological children: Nate, Devin, Aldria and Mika, and other children for whom Pat assumed responsibility as a caring and loving mother: Navin, Shavontae, Shanteria and many others; and
WHEREAS, Patricia was well-known and beloved for her quick smile, soft and warm heart and a deep commitment to making life better for all, she was also often considered 'the life ofthe party' when celebrating with close friends and relatives, with a unique gift for making everyone feel comfortable; and
WHEREAS, through the years she continued to give her time to working with the Alderman, other local elected officials, community activists and leaders ofChicago, as well her fellow neighbors and doing volunteer work anywhere she could. Her heart was so big it had room for everyone with whom she crossed paths. The involvement allowed her to become active members of community organizations. Her love is instilled in the hearts of many and her memory will be cherished and live forever.
adopted by The City Council of the City of Chicago, Illinois Presented bv Alderman Emma Mitts on June 5. 2013
WHEREAS, On the morning of May 13, 2013 after a difficult and prolonged battle with a season of illness, she simply and quietly declared to her family, 'I'm tired' and took her well-deserved earthly rest a few hours later. Pat is preceded in death by her parents, and two brothers, Carl and George; and
WHEREAS, Patricia Wells leaves to cherish her life and memory her husband of 11 years, Michael; three sisters - Sandra Morgan, Wanda Morgan and Dana Robinson (Gaylon); four brothers - James Morgan (Brenda), Robert Holmes (Janice), Donald Holmes (Corine), and Roy Holmes (Rochelle). Also mourning her passing are her seven children, seven grand-children and three great grand-children, a special nephew and loving granddaughter who claimed her heart, along with a large host of family, former co-workers, church members and friends; and now
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, That we, the Mayor and Members ofthe City Council ofthe City ofChicago, assembled this fifth day of June, 2013, do hereby applaud the exceptional life of the late Patricia Wells on the behalf of the citizens of Chicago; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That suitable copies of this resolution be prepared and presented to the family of Patricia Wells as a sign of our sympathy and good wishes.
EMMA MITTS ALDERMAN - 37th Ward