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This memorial resolution mourns the passing of Marie J. "Mimi" Roach, a 97-year-old woman from Chicago who was born on July 8, 1927, to Fred and Brigid Ouellette and lived a rich and engaged life. A registered nurse who graduated from Oak Park Hospital's nursing school, Roach moved to River Forest, married John L. Roach, and raised six children while remaining actively involved in her community. She was particularly dedicated to St. Luke's Church, where she fundraised and organized events like a house walk to benefit the school, and maintained an active lifestyle that included bowling, golf, and competitive bridge playing well into her 90s. Roach was also known for her passion for astrology, her historical research, and her extensive journaling, which captured fascinating facts and trivia. The resolution acknowledges her surviving family members, including her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, and extends condolences to them while honoring her memory. The Illinois Senate formally resolves to mourn her passing and will present a copy of the resolution to her family as an expression of sympathy.

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