MEMORIAL RESOLUTION FOR DEBORAH A. TAPPE
WHEREAS, It is with great sadness that the members of this Chamber learned of the death of Deborah A. Tappe on April 12, 2017 at the age of 60; and
WHEREAS, The Chicago City Council has been informed of her passing by the Honorable Margaret Laurino, Alderman of the 39th Ward; and
WHEREAS, Born on January 23, 1957, Deborah, lovingly known to all as Debbie, was the beloved daughter of Frances Ferrell; loving partner to Timothy Conlon; cherished mother and best friend to Christopher Alcoser and Gina (Patrick) Mayerbock; precious "NaNa" to her little princess and granddaughter, Scarlett Marie; adored sister of Donald Jerawski; fond aunt to many and valued friend to all who had the pleasure of knowing her. Deborah leaves a legacy of faith, dignity and love; and
WHEREAS, Family was the core of Deborah's life and she relished spending quality time with her children and granddaughter, always saying "I love you more than pumpkin tale"; and
WHEREAS, Deborah was a woman of great strength, strong will, and deep faith. Though she bravely endured much pain and illness throughout her life, the fighter in her never gave up. She was an affectionate soul known for her terrific sense of humor; and
WHEREAS, Deborah touched the lives of all who knew her through her kindness, generosity, heart and vivacious spirit. She will be deeply missed, but the memory of her character, intelligence and compassion will live on in those who knew and loved her; now, therefore,
BE IT RESOLVED, That we, the Mayor and Members ofthe City Council ofthe City of Chicago, assembled this twenty fourth day of May, 2017, do hereby extend our heartfelt condolences to the family of Deborah A. Tappe.
MARGARET LAURINO Alderman, 39th Ward
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That suitable copies of this resolution are presented to the family of Deborah A. Tappe as a sign of our honor, gratitude, and respect.
