Record #: R2011-245   
Type: Resolution Status: Adopted
Intro date: 2/9/2011 Current Controlling Legislative Body:
Final action: 2/9/2011
Title: Tribute to late Denise Jackson
Sponsors: Lyle, Freddrenna
Attachments: 1. R2011-245.pdf
MEMORIAL RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, God, in His infinite wisdom has called to her eternal reward, Denise Jackson, a friend and outstanding citizen her community; and
WHEREAS, The Chicago City Council has been informed of her transition by the Honorable Freddrenna M. Lyle, Alderman of the 6th Ward; and
WHEREAS, Denise Jackson bom in this city on March 21, 1964 to her proud parents, Calvin and Lessie Jackson. Denise had a sister, Carolyn, and a brother Gordon, both passing before Denise; and
WHEREAS, At an early age Denise accepted Christ as her personal Savior and dedicated her life to serving Him and helping others through countless ministries; and
WHEREAS, After receiving a Bachelor's Degree in Communication from UIC, Denise Jackson founded Omnipotent Outreach Ministries, was a member of the Faith Ministries Alliance under the leadership of Pastor Bill Winston, graduated from The Joseph Business School, The School of Ministry at Living Word Christian Center and became an ordained Apostle; and
WHEREAS, Denise Jackson was united in Holy Matrimony with Terry W. Jackson on December 18, 1993. Two children, Joi and Tre', were born to this loving couple; and
WHEREAS, Denise Jackson was a warm and loving person, well known throughout her community. She leaves to celebrate her generous life her devoted husband, Terry; a daughter, Joi; a son Tre' and loving parents, Calvin and Lessie; now, therefore,
BE IT RESOLVED, That we, the Mayor and members of the City of Chicago City Council, assembled this 8th day of December, 2010 A.D., do hereby express our sincere condolences to the family and friends of Denise Jackson.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That a suitable coy of this resolution be prepared and presented to the family of Denise Jackson.