MEMORIAL RESOLUTION FOR DORIS M. HAMMER
WHEREAS, It is with great sadness that the members of this Chamber learned of the death of Doris M. Hammer (nee Totman) on October 7, 2017 at the age of 89; and
WHEREAS, The Chicago City Council has been informed of her passing by the Honorable Margaret Laurino, Alderman of the 39th Ward; and
WHEREAS, Born on July 4, 1928, Doris was the beloved wife of the late Richard Hammer for more than fifty years; loving mother of Dawn (Bernard) Goldbust, and Dennis (Sandra Dilla-Hammer); cherished grandmother of Jason, Matthew, (Katie), and Rachel Goldlust, Bradley (Courtney) and Stephanie Hammer. Blessed great-grandma of Benjamin and Lucy; dear Aunt of many and treasured friend to all who had the pleasure of knowing her. Doris leaves a legacy of faith, dignity and love and
WHEREAS, Doris touched the lives of all who knew her through her kindness, generosity and vivacious spirit. 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, assembled this eighth day of November, 2017, do hereby extend our heartfelt condolences to the family of Doris M. Hammer; and
MARGARET LAURINO Alderman, 39th Ward
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That suitable copies of this resolution are presented to the family of Doris M. Hammer as a sign of our honor, gratitude, and respect.