MEMORIAL RESOLUTION FOR HOWARD L. JOHNSON
Whereas, God in His Infinite Wisdom has called Howard L. Johnson, an honorable citizen, beloved member of his community and an exceptionally, skilled carpenter to his eternal rest on November 19, 2019; and
WHEREAS, This august body has been informed of his passing by the Honorable Stephanie D. Coleman, Alderman of the 16th Ward; and
WHEREAS, Howard L. Johnson touched the lives of all who knew him through his generosity, unconditional love and his spirit. He will be deeply missed but the memory of his character and compassion will live on in those who knew and loved him; and
WHEREAS, it is with sincere condolences as a member of the City Council, representing the constituents of the 16th Ward, that we reminisce a true Man of God's legacy; and
WHEREAS, to his beloved wife of 30 years, Mrs. Hazel Marie Christopher and family, Brandon, Cynthia, Beverly, Casandra, Patricia, Tanya, Michelle/and Michael; we wish you peace, comfort and encouragement when facing the days ahead. Cherish the love and memories that Mr. Johnson has shared with us all. Be comforted by the outpouring of love surrounding you; now, therefore,
BE IT RESOLVED, That we, the Mayor and members of the City Council of the City of Chicago, gathered here this eighteenth day of Decembermber, 2019, do hereby express our sincere sorrow upon the passing of Howard L. Johnson and extend our deepest condolences to his family and all the many friends whose lives he has touched; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be prepared and presented to the family of Howard L. Johnson.
