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This resolution, from the Illinois House of Representatives, mourns the death of James Dean "Jim" Bolin of Casey, who passed away on January 27, 2026. The resolution acknowledges his birth in Indiana, his graduation from Casey High School, his marriage to Diane Ruth Lacey, and his career as a carpenter and owner of Bolin Enterprises. It highlights his efforts to attract visitors to Casey by constructing numerous "world's largest objects," such as wind chimes and a rocking chair, and emphasizes his faith-guided life and love for his community. The resolution also lists his surviving family members, including his wife Diane, his children Jessica and Drew, and his grandchildren. Finally, it formally expresses the condolences of the Illinois House of Representatives to his family and friends and states that a copy of the resolution will be presented to his family as a token of sympathy.

https://www.ilga.gov/Legislation/BillStatus?DocNum=684&GAID=18&DocTypeID=HR&SessionID=114&GA=104