MEMORIAL RESOLUTION FOR KELLY M. TARZIAN
WHEREAS, It is with great sadness that the members of this Chamber learned of the death of Kelly M. Tarzian on May 5, 2017 at the age of 48; 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 9, 1969, Kelly was the adored daughter of (the late) Ricardo and Olga (Hernandez) Ruis; loving and devoted wife to Joe Tarzian; doting mother of Jacqueline, Marissa and Paige; dear sister to Margarita (Mark) Sherly, Gloria (Ken) Valerugo, and Richard (Michelle) Ruis; cherished aunt to many nieces and nephews and treasured friend to all who had the pleasure of knowing her. Kelly leaves a legacy of faith, hope, dignity and love; and
WHEREAS, Kelly was extremely talented and widely admired for her unique holiday decorations with her favorite being Christmas. She accomplished much in her professional life but her pride and joy were her husband and daughters. She cultivated them to have courage to face their challenges with strength and confidence; and
WHEREAS, Kelly was an amazing woman of great fortitude, strong will, and deep faith who lead by example. She was an affectionate soul known for her terrific sense of humor, beautiful smile, selflessness and never ending energy; and
WHEREAS, An active and vital member of her community and parish, Kelly was known to be a powerhouse with a "can do" attitude. She was a champion of Catholic education and a great advocate for all children; and
WHEREAS, Despite our sorrow, we continue to preserve and glorify Kelly's life. She was a heroic and resilient woman whose presence was honored by all and has inspired many with her endurance through challenges in her life; 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 Kelly M. Tarzia...
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