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This resolution mourns the passing of Bruce N. Cook, a prominent lawyer from Belleville, Illinois, who died on January 2, 2025, and honors his significant life achievements. Born in Kansas in 1940, Cook served in the U.S. Navy, graduated as valedictorian from the University of Illinois College of Law, and opened his own law firm in 1969, where he represented workers in personal injury claims for over 55 years. He was a distinguished legal professional, recognized as one of the top ten trial lawyers in Illinois and a laureate by the Academy of Trial Lawyers, and served in leadership roles with local bar associations. Politically active, Cook was a Democratic Party committeeman and worked closely with labor unions, and he was also known for his diverse personal interests including aviation, skiing, and spending time with his family. The resolution, passed by the Illinois House of Representatives, extends condolences to his wife Sandra, his two sons, eight grandchildren, and other surviving family members, and commits to presenting a copy of the resolution to his family as an expression of sympathy.

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