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This resolution mourns the passing of John H. "Jack" Long of Springfield, Illinois, who died on March 9, 2025. The document provides a detailed biographical sketch of Long, highlighting his life and accomplishments, including his military service in the U.S. Army, his professional career as a bricklayer and stationary engineer for the State of Illinois, and his role as Springfield Township assessor from 1993 to 2009. The resolution emphasizes Long's passion for sports, particularly golf, and his involvement in local community activities such as coaching Little League baseball and supporting girls' softball. It acknowledges his family connections, noting his predeceased wife Rosemarie and listing his surviving children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. The resolution formally expresses the Illinois Senate's condolences to Long's family and friends, and resolves to present a copy of the resolution to his family as a gesture of sympathy, recognizing his contributions to his community and celebrating his life.

https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=188&GAID=18&DocTypeID=SR&SessionID=114&GA=104