MEMORIAL RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, God in His infinite wisdom and judgment has called to her eternal rest Henrence Norment, beloved friend and outstanding citizen, on Monday, August 30, 2010; and
WHEREAS, Born in Yazoo City, Mississippi on September 5, 1936, Henrene was a loving and caring child with a quiet spirit. She and her family moved to Chicago In 1941 and made it their home; and
WHEREAS, Henrene matured into a young woman filled with an abundance of grace, charm, patience and wisdom and soon captured the heart of a young man who was to become her husband, Arthur Norment. They were united in holy matrimony in June 1954 and to this union four children were born, Arthur, Danny, Jake and Melody; and
WHEREAS, Among her many talents was her creativity when it came to cooking delicious and nutritious meals for her family. Henrene's most enduring legacy is her family; and
WHEREAS, After twenty-five years of employment with the Department of Children and Family Services, Henrene retired to spend more quality time with her family and friends; and
WHEREAS, A devout Christian, Henrene Normet was a faithful member of Mount Nebo church Baptist Church. She also taught Sunday school for several years and spent countless hours counseling and encouraging young people; and
WHEREAS, To her family and friends, Henrene Normet will be sorely missed and warmly remembered for her warmth, kindness and the dedication she demonstrated towards mankind; now, therefore,
Be It Resolved, That we, the Mayor and members of the Chicago City Council, gathered here this 8th day of December, 2010 A.D., do hereby commemorate Henrene Norment for her many lifetime contributions and do hereby extend our sincere condolences to her family.
Be It Further Resolved, That a suitable copy of this resolution be prepared and presented to the family of Henrene Norment.