RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, Marjorie Norton has been called to eternal life by the wisdom of God at the age of 53; and
WHEREAS, The Chicago City Council has been informed of her passing by Alderman Edward M. Burke; and
WHEREAS, A resident of Chicago, Marjorie Norton was a widely admired member of the local community; and
WHEREAS, Marjorie Norton was the much-adored daughter of Carol and the late Bert Norton and the sister of Merry and Scott; and
WHEREAS, Born on the Near North Side of Chicago, Marjorie Norton attended Latin School of Chicago, UCLA and Columbia College where she received her bachelor's degree in marketing with honors; and
WHEREAS, Marjorie Norton enjoyed a successful career in the public relations industry and worked for several Chicago firms; and
WHEREAS, In addition to her many professional achievements, Marjorie Norton was an avid Chicago sports fan and never missed a Bulls, White Sox or Blackhawks game; and
WHEREAS, Part-owner of the White Sox, Marjorie Norton and her mother could often be found in their front row seats at all the Sox games or second-row courtside at the Bulls games; and
WHEREAS, A member of the Chicago Mercantile Exchange, Marjorie Norton was committed to volunteer work and spent time reading to children at local day care centers and hospitals; and
WHEREAS, The hard work, sacrifice and dedication of Marjorie Norton serve as an example to all; and
WHEREAS, Her love of life and ability to live it to the fullest endeared Marjorie Norton to her family members, friends and all who knew her, and enabled her to enrich their lives in ways they will never forget; and
WHEREAS, Marjorie Norton was an individual of great integrity and accomplishment who will be dearly missed and fondly remembered by her many relatives, friends and admirers; and
WHEREAS, To her beloved family, Marjorie Norton imparts a legacy of faithfulness, service and dignity; now, therefore
BE IT RESOLVED, That we, the Mayor and the members of the Chicago City Council, assemb...
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