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This memorial resolution mourns the passing of Richard E. "Dick" Helton, a dedicated public servant from Shelbyville, Illinois, who died on January 7, 2025. The resolution highlights Helton's extensive 45-year career in public service, during which he worked in various roles including as a sanitarian for county health departments, a city administrator, an executive director for a chamber of commerce, and a village manager. It also notes his military service in the Illinois Army National Guard from 1969 to 1975, his educational background from Shelbyville High School, Lake Land College, and Eastern Illinois University, and his active involvement in community organizations like the Rotary Club. The resolution emphasizes Helton's love for his family, country, and faith, and mentions his surviving family members, including his wife Toni, four children, an adopted daughter, and 11 grandchildren. The Illinois Senate formally expresses its condolences to Helton's family and resolves to present a copy of the resolution to them as a symbol of sympathy and recognition of his life and contributions.

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