RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, God in His Infinite Wisdom has called John M. Khym to his eternal reward; and
WHEREAS, The Chicago City Council has been informed of his passing by the Honorable Marty Quinn, Alderman of the 13th Ward; and
WHEREAS, John Michael Khym, age 69, passed away October 18, surrounded by his loving family after a long battle with Leukemia. Beloved husband and best friend of 46years to Debbie, nee Canning, Khym. Devoted father of John (Maria) Khym and Katie (Ryan) Quinn. Adored Grampy of Charlie and Caroline Khym and Emmie and Vivian Quinn. Cherished brother of Catherine (Rick) Johnson, Dennis (MaryAnn Rodriguez) Khym, Jennifer (Peter) Pavilonis, and loving brother-in-law to Agnes (Paul Simanski) Canning, Beth (Gary) Kautz. John was a1969 graduate of Mt. Carmel High School. He was a proud member of Plumbers Local #130 for 52 years; Retired Chief Plumbing Inspector, City of Chicago, Dept. of Water Management, Local #130 UA part-time Officer on the Examining Board, Member of American Society of Sanitary Engineers, and Illinois Army National Guard, 1972-1979. John's family will miss his sharp sense of humor, his great smile and the joy he gave them; and
WHEREAS, John M. Khym leaves a legacy of faith, dignity, compassion and love; now, therefore
BE IT RESOLVED, That we, the Mayor and members of the Chicago City Council gathered here this sixteenth day of November, 2020, do hereby express our sorrow on the death of John M. Khym and extend to his family and friends our deepest sympathy.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be prepared and presented to the family of John M. Khym.