A Resolution Honoring the 90th Birthday of Mrs. Lena Mae Gayles
WHEREAS, Almighty God, in His infinite wisdom and judgment continues to show favor by granting a long life to Mrs. Lena Mae Gayles, a beloved citizen, faithful woman of God and friend, who in June, 2017 will be honored by family and friends at her 90th birthday celebration; and
WHEREAS, It has been the long-established custom of the Chicago City Council, this august Legislative body, to recognize and honor the lives of those distinguished individuals whose life, work and civic endeavor serve to enhance the quality of life for Chicagoans and which has supported her family, neighbors and the general community; and
WHEREAS, I Alderman Michelle A. Harris, and on behalf ofthe residents 8th Ward & my fellow colleagues of the Chicago City Council have informed this august body of this significant upcoming centennial birthday of Mrs. Lena Mae Gayles; and
WHEREAS, Lena Mae Gayles was born in Hollygrove, Arkansas, June 26th, 1927, in her family home by way of a wise, seasoned midwife. She was the daughter of her youthful parents, Mary Hardimon and Jonny Cunningham. Lena was the eldest of three younger sister siblings: Georgiana, Barbara Jean and Eleanor. .
WHEREAS, Mrs. Gayles often credits her strong upbringing to her young teenage parents and the influence of being raised with her loving grandfather Edward Hardimon, who was locally revered as a natural healer and farmer and
WHEREAS, During her childhood growing up in Hollygrove, she learned about the purest parts of nature, using the Earth to heal and the lush green good life of the south, learning how to work the rich Arkansas land that birthed some of the country's best fruits, vegetables and meats, and following in her highly trusted, respected and wise grandfather's steps, learned how to heal the sick as well. Accqrding to family legend, many people would call on her grandfather to help them heal from something they didn't understand, before they would...
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