Record #: R2018-976   
Type: Resolution Status: Adopted
Intro date: 9/20/2018 Current Controlling Legislative Body:
Final action: 9/20/2018
Title: Tribute to late Estella D. Smith
Sponsors: Foulkes, Toni
Attachments: 1. R2018-976.pdf

MEMORIAL RESOLUTION FOR ESTELLA D. SMITH

 

WHEREAS, It is with great sadness that the members of this Chamber learned of the passing of Estella D. Smith; and

WHEREAS, This esteemed body has been informed of her passing by die Honorable Toni Foulkes, Alderman of the 16th Ward; and

 

WHEREAS, Estella D. Smith "Stella G." was born to the union of the late Margie and Howard Smidi in Chicago, Illinois on May 30, 1974; and

 

WHEREAS, Estella attended Paul Roberson High School. She accomplished many wonderful things during her lifetime; and

 

WHEREAS, She came to be known affectionately as "Stella G", and is remembered for her devotion to her family and being a strong and powerful woman; and

 

WHEREAS, Estella leaves to cherish her memory her loving sons, Parrish and Dyqwuan; daughter, Tierra; grandchildren, Paris, Kayden and Asher; sisters, Joyann, Joyce, Sheila, Renee and Margie; brother, Gregory; dear friend, ELmanucl "Bugz," and a host of nieces, nephews, family and friends; and

 

WHEREAS, Estella touched the lives of all who knew her through her lively spirit and wisdom. She will be deeply missed, but the memory of her character will live on in those who knew and loved her; now, therefore,

 

BE IT RESOLVED, That we, the Mayor and Members of the City Council of the City of Chicago, assembled this twentieth day of September, 2018, do hereby extend our heartfelt condolences to the family of Estella D. Smith.

 

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That suitable copies of this resolution are presented to the family of Estella D. Smith as a sign of our honor, gratitude, and respect.

TONI FOULKES Alderman, 16,h Ward

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