TRIBUTE TO LATE ELAINE M. SOWA
WHEREAS, It was with great sadness that members of this chamber learned of the September 6, 2016 death of Elaine M. Sowa, an outstanding woman who devoted her life to her family and her community; and
WHEREAS, The City Council has been informed of her passing by the Honorable Margaret Laurino, Alderman of the 39th Ward; and
WHEREAS, Elaine M. Sowa, nee Mazurk, loving wife of the late Frank C. Sowa, Sr.; beloved mother of Frank C. Jr., David, and Paul. Elaine leaves a legacy of faith, dignity and love; and
WHEREAS, Elaine M. Sowa was a longtime resident and spirited mainstay of the Sauganash Community; and
WHEREAS, An active and vital member of her community, Elaine will be remembered for her beautiful smile, her wonderful sense of humor and grace within her that could light up any room that she entered; and
WHEREAS, Elaine was a woman of great integrity and accomplishments. She will be deeply missed, but the memory of her character, intelligence and compassion will live on in those who knew and loved her; now, therefore,
Be It Resolved, That we, the Mayor and members of the City Council of the City of Chicago gathered here this fifth day of October 2016 do hereby express our sorrow on the death of Elaine E. Sowa and extend to her family and friends our deepest sympathy; and
Margaret Laurino Alderman, 39th Ward
Be It Further Resolved, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to the family of Elaine M. Sowa as a token of our honor, gratitude, and respect.
