A City Council Resolution Honoring the Life of
Caius Williams
WHEREAS, Almighty God in His infinite wisdom and judgment has called Mr. Caius Williams, an outstanding citizen of the 8th Ward, to isr everlasting reward a few days ago, and he recently returned to the heavenly realm on June 28, 2019; and
WHEREAS, Caius was born on April 13, 1935 to a proud father, Caius Ronzo Williams, Sr. and a proud mother, Mercea Marie, both of whom preceded him in death. Caius attended Washington Irving Elementary, Crane Tech High School and the University of Illinois before he enlisted in the United States Army.
WHEREAS, Caius had many occupations, but his tour of duty as a Police Officer for the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District was his most esteemed career. Caius retire in the year 1990 after serving at the department for 21 years, and that's when the real work began! Caius served on multiple boards, councils and organizations.
WHEREAS, Caius professed his true faith in God and his favorite scripture to dissect was Matthew 17:20 "Faith as a grain of mustard seed."
WHEREAS, Caius has six siblings, five who preceded him in death; Marie, Robert, Elizabeth, Shirley and Yvonne. Caius leaves behind his dear loving sister Elviejelina Brantley,; son Marlon Edward, daughter Veronica White, granddaughters Elesia and Taneisha, a host of grandchildren, great grandchildren, great greats, nieces, nephews, cousins, loving neighbors and extended family.
THEREFORE, Be It Resolved, That we, the Mayor and members of the City Council of the City of Chicago, do hereby express our deep sorrow on the passing of Mr. Caius Williams and extend to her family our sincere condolences; and
Michelle A. Harris Alderman, 8th Ward
Be It Further Resolved, That a suitable copy of this resolution be prepared and presented to the family of Mr. Caius Williams
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