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This memorial resolution honors Roxie Lee "Rocky" Frederick Jr., who passed away on March 31, 2025, by celebrating his life and accomplishments. Born on December 28, 1955, Frederick was a talented photographer who received accolades from Lake Land College and had his images published in local media, including a photo of the Illinois State Capitol. He worked various jobs throughout his life, including five years at Illinois Coal Mines, 20 years as a logistics manager for the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity, and 17 years as a commuter bus driver. Frederick was a devoted family man, married to Joyce Marie Tooley for 52 years, with whom he had three children and multiple grandchildren. He was a passionate St. Louis Cardinals fan who even coached his son's junior high baseball team. The resolution acknowledges his hard work, love for exploration, and ability to touch many lives, and formally expresses condolences to his surviving family members, extending sympathy through a commemorative copy of the resolution to be presented to his family.

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