MEMORIAL RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, It is with great sadness that members of this Chamber learned of the death of Dominick '"Dickie" Trotta, on April 17, 2016; and
WHEREAS, The City Council has been informed of his passing by The Honorable Margaret Laurino, Alderman of the 39th Ward; and
WHEREAS, Dickie was the loving husband of the late Lucille; dearest father of A.J. (Phyllis) and Madelyn Trotta; beloved grandfather of Anthony (Jennifer), Dan (Staci), Paul Koutek, Mike (Mary), Dawn Koutek and Mike Koutek; cherished great-grandfather of Mia, Dominic, Luca, T.J., Lucille, Gianna, Dominick, Rosalie, Samantha and Charlie; loving brother of Joann Trotta; and treasured friend to all who had the pleasure of knowing him. Dickie leaves a legacy of faith, dignity and love; and
WHEREAS, Dickie was an active and vital member of his community. He touched the lives of all who knew him through his kindness, generosity and spirit. He 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 eighteenth day of May, 2016, do hereby express our sorrow on the death of Dominick "Dickie" Trotta and express to his family and friends our deepest sympathy; and
Be It Further Resolved, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to the family of Dominick "Dickie" Trotta as a token of our honor, gratitude, and respect.
MARGARET LAURINO Alderman, 39th Ward