MEMORIAL RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, It is with great sadness that members of this Chamber learned of the death of Mario Silvestri, on August 19, 2015, at the age of ninety-four; and
WHEREAS, The City Council has been informed of his passing by The Honorable Margaret Laurino, Alderman of the 39th Ward; and
WHEREAS, Born on August 14, 1921, Mario was the beloved husband of the late Clara, nee Frabotta; loving father of Cook County Commissioner Peter Silvestri; dearest grandfather of Christian Peter; dear brother of Peter (Elena) Silvestri; and treasured friend to all who had the pleasure of knowing him. Mario leaves a legacy of faith, dignity and love; and
WHEREAS, Mario, a member of the Elmwood Park Senior Club, was active and vital in his community. He touched the lives of all who knew him through his kindness, generosity and spirit. Mario will be deeply missed, but the memory of his character, intelligence and compassion will live on in those who knew and loved him, now, therefore,
Be It Resolved, That we, the Mayor and member of the City Council of the City of Chicago gathered here this twenty-fourth day of September, 2015, do hereby express our sorrow on the death of Mario Silvestri and express to his family and friends our deepest sympathy; and
MARGARET LAURINO Alderman, 39th Ward
Be It Further Resolved, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to the family of Mario Silvestri as a token of our honor, gratitude, and respect.
