SR0992 100TH GENERAL ASSEMBLY

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SENATE RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois Senate are saddened to learn of the death of Arthur G. Holland of Hinsdale, who passed away on April 11, 2017, at the age of 86; and

WHEREAS, Arthur Holland was born on October 4, 1930; he graduated from Proviso High School in 1948 and Northwestern University in 1952 with a Bachelor of Science in Health Education and Physical Education; he later received his master's degree from George Williams College in 1954 in the same field; and

WHEREAS, Arthur Holland was passionate about youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility; he was always willing to put his all into the betterment of others around him; his collaborative spirit made a huge impact on those with whom he worked; and

WHEREAS, Arthur Holland spent his entire career with the YMCA, first at the West Cook YMCA, formerly known as the Oak Park YMCA, and then at the Northwest Suburban YMCA, followed by 12 years with the YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago before returning to the West Cook YMCA; and

WHEREAS, Arthur Holland was a lifelong member of the Oak Park YMCA, and held the title of President/CEO of West Cook YMCA for 20 years; and

WHEREAS, Arthur Holland will long be remembered for his selfless dedication to the community and the YMCA; his influence remains at the Y where many of the programs and philosophies reflect his passion for helping people be their best selves; and

WHEREAS, Arthur Holland was an avid pilot; he enjoyed teaching the skills of flying to many students during his 49 years as a member of the Naperville Flying Club; and

WHEREAS, Arthur Holland was also a man of deep faith; he was a devoted member of St. Peter's United Church of Christ and the Oak Park and Hinsdale Rotary Clubs for over 40 years, exemplifying the Rotary motto of "Service Above Self"; and

WHEREAS, Arthur Holland was also a loved member of the Quinn's Coffee House family; and

WHEREAS, Arthur Holland was known by family and friends to be a great inspiration and motivator; he also brought the joy of life into everything he did; and

WHEREAS, Arthur Holland was preceded in death by his parents and his grandson, Brandon Fuller; and

WHEREAS, Arthur Holland is survived by his wife of 53 years, Joan (Sawyer); his daughter, Becky Fuller; his grandchildren, Briana (Sean) Ballard and Jordan, Hunter, and Trenton; and his great-grandson, Liam Ballard; therefore, be it

RESOLVED, BY THE SENATE OF THE ONE HUNDREDTH GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we mourn the passing of Arthur G. Holland, and extend our sincere condolences to his family, friends, and all who knew and loved him; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to the family of Arthur Holland as an expression of our deepest sympathy.