MEMORIAL RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, It is with great sadness that members of this Chamber learned ofthe death of Raymond J. Adreani, on November 5, 2014, at the age of ninety-six; and
WHEREAS, The City Council has been informed of his passing by The Honorable Margaret Laurino, Alderman ofthe 39th Ward; and
WHEREAS, Raymond, born on October 3,1918, was the beloved husband of Virginia, nee Pantano; dearest father of Kathleen (Jerry) Thiel, Susan, (Mick) Smith, Bruce (Anne Marie), Gail (Peter Donovan), and the late Kenneth (Margaret); dear grandfather of Andrea (Hal) Bove, Sharon (David) Martin, Steven Kujak, Stephanie (David) Ruth, Deborah Smith, Jennifer Smith; Ryan, Kelly and Kari Didier; Gina (Paul) Gibbs, Peter and Megan Adreani; Raymond, Anthony and Tricia Adreani; cherished grandfather of Michael, Samantha, Kate, Matthew, Kimberly, Emily, Nate, David, and Giuliana; dear brother of the late Bernice (the late Alex), the late Harold (Lucille) and the late Robert (the late Marilyn); fond uncle of many; and very special friend to all who had the pleasure of knowing him. Raymond leaves a legacy of faith, dignity and love; and
WHEREAS, Raymond was an active and vital member of his community, touching the lives of all who knew him through his kindness, generosity, heart and spirit. Among his numerous accomplishments and memberships were the founding of Norwood Builders; former member of Northwest Builders Association and Suburban Contractors Association; proud member of Ridgemoor Country Club; longtime member and supporter of the YMCA and proud benefactor to many charities; and
WHEREAS, Raymond 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 members ofthe City Council ofthe City of Chicago, gathered here this nineteenth day of November, 2014, do hereby express our sorrow on the death of Raymond J. Adreani and extend to his 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 Raymond J. Adreani.