Resolution Honoring the Life & Celebrating the 100th Birthday of Chicago Resident Mrs. Naomi Woods
WHEREAS, Almighty God, in His infinite wisdom and judgment continues to show favor by granting a long life to Mrs. Naomi Woods, a beloved citizen, faithful woman of God and friend, who on the afternoon of Wednesday, May 31, 2017 will be honored by family and friends at her 100th birthday celebration; and
WHEREAS, I Alderman Michelle A. Harris, and on behalf of the residents 8th Ward & my fellow colleagues of the Chicago City Council have informed this august body of this significant upcoming centennial birthday of Mrs. Naomi Woods; and
WHEREAS, History is considered by many to be a very fascinating subject. It is so much more than memorizing dates. It's also about learning and appreciating the personal and professional histories of people who were born long ago. History is literally the story behind the life of each person, every trend, news headline, and major event that is happening right now; and
WHEREAS, On May 31,1917, Mrs. Naomi Woods was born in Washington, D.C. One of six children born to her loving parents Mr. Abraham C. Thompson and Mrs. Harriett (nee Garrison) Thompson, she has five other siblings, four of whom {Ruth-John-Eva & Abe) are deceased. Her sister Lavinia will also join her in celebrating this special day; and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Woods relocated to the Chicago-area with her family in her youth, and was educated at Haven Elementary Dewey Middle School, and Evanston Township High School. Mrs. Woods was married to her beloved late husband, Mr. Chesterfield Woods, for 65 years. A dedicated, loving wife and mother, she focused primarily on raising and caring for her family of three daughters - - Beverly, Barbara, and Brenda, as well as her son Bruce as a homemaker. Always elegantly attired, later in life, she enjoyed a career in sales at several local high fashion women's clothing emporiums, including Hyde Park's former Source Boutique, and the former Le...
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