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This memorial resolution mourns the passing of Roxie Lee "Rocky" Frederick Jr., a dedicated public servant and community member who passed away on March 31, 2025. Born in 1955, Frederick had a diverse career spanning multiple fields, including working at Illinois Coal Mines, serving as a mail messenger and logistics manager for the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity for 20 years, and driving commuter buses. He was also a talented photographer whose work was featured in local publications and museums, capturing notable images like the Comet Hale-Bopp and the Illinois State Capitol. A devoted family man, Frederick was married to Joyce Marie Tooley for 52 years and is survived by three children, ten grandchildren, one great-granddaughter, and several siblings. The resolution honors his legacy of love, hard work, and community involvement, extending sincere condolences to his family and acknowledging his contributions as a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend. The Illinois Senate officially mourns his passing and will present a copy of the resolution to his family as an expression of sympathy.

https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=261&GAID=18&DocTypeID=SR&SessionID=114&GA=104