A City Council Resolution Honoring The Life of Fred Loyd Waller, Sr.
WHEREAS, Almighty God in His infinite wisdom and judgment has called Mr. Fred Loyd Waller, Sr., an outstanding citizen of the City of Chicago, to his everlasting reward on July 24, 2020; and
WHEREAS, This August Chicago City Council body has been informed of his passing by the Honorable Michelle A. Harris, Alderman of the 8th Ward; and
WHEREAS, Fred Loyd Waller, Sr. was born on October 23, 1933 in Holly Springs, Mississippi. He was the youngest son of John and Betty (Malone) Waller. His brothers James Lee Waller and Jessie James Walton both preceded him in death; and
IWHEREAS, n 1935, the family moved from Byhalia, Mississippi to the south side of Chicago on 41st and Cottage Grove which is known today as Bronzeville. He received his formal education from Spaulding Elementary School and Wendell Phillips High School. Fred was a Motion Picture Movie Operator for over 30 years serving in IATSE Union Local 110; and
WHEREAS, Fred's memories will forever be cherished by his loving and devoted wife of 60 years Marvaneen "Marva"; one son Fred (Keisha) Waller Jr. of Chicago, Illinois; two daughters Yafa (Ben Or) ben Rahm of Dimona, Israel and Wendi (Todd) Waddy of Chicago, Illinois; ten grandchildren Monika, Oosharah, Whitney, Elahmahd, Kendall, Kameelah, Jacob, Bailey, Korey and Danielle. Fred was a brother and father figure to many SPECIAL family members and friends. He will be truly missed by all; and
THEREFORE, Be It Resolved, That we, the Mayor and members ofthe City Council ofthe City of Chicago, do hereby express our deep sorrow on the passing of Mr. Fred Loyd Waller, Sr., and extend to his family our sincere condolences; and
Michelle A. Harris Alderman, 8th Ward
Be It Further Resolved, That a suitable copy of this resolution be prepared and presented to the family of Mr. Fred Loyd Waller, Sr.