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This resolution mourns the death of Andrew Cornelious Sr., a dedicated family man and community member who passed away on January 24, 2025. The document highlights his life journey, including his birthplace in Oneida, Arkansas, his long-standing career at Electro-Motive Division (EMD) of General Motors for over 29 years, and his entrepreneurial spirit as the founder of Cousins Lawn Care Services in Broadview in 2003. It emphasizes his strong community involvement, including his service at Second Baptist Church of Maywood, where he was an active member of the men's ministry and food pantry for over 25 years. The resolution celebrates his various roles and nicknames, such as "Andy," "Junior," "Gramps," and "Mr. GM," and acknowledges his love for cars, bowling, and fishing. It provides a detailed account of his family background, listing his surviving wife, children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, as well as his siblings and extended family. The Illinois Senate officially expresses its condolences to his family and resolves to present a copy of the resolution to his family as a gesture of sympathy and remembrance.

https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=102&GAID=18&DocTypeID=SR&SessionID=114&GA=104