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SR 705

MEMORIAL-EARL FERGUSON

104th Regular Session Introduced by Doris Turner

Illinois Senate SR705 memorializes Earl Ferguson, acknowledging his life, union work with Local 178, and community contributions, and expresses the Senate’s heartfelt condolences.

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Bill Summary · SR 705

Summary of Illinois Senate Resolution SR705 (104th General Assembly)

Purpose

  • SR705 is a memorial resolution recognizing and mourning the death of Earl Ferguson, who passed away on April 2, 2026. The resolution expresses condolences to his family, friends, and community.

Key Provisions and Changes

  • The resolution formally acknowledges Earl Ferguson’s life and contributions.
  • It provides background information about Ferguson, including:
    • Birth: October 8, 1956, in Springfield, Illinois.
    • Education: Attended Athens High School.
    • Family: Married Mary Hill on December 28, 1978; children Teresa (Greg) Ferguson, Tanya (James) Walsh, and Joshua Ferguson; siblings and in-laws listed.
    • Occupation/Community Involvement: Proud union member of Local 178 as a welder.
    • Interests: Outdoors enthusiast (fishing, hunting, gardening, cooking) and Cleveland Browns fan.
    • Survivors: Wife, children, brother Timothy Ferguson, sister Sandra LeMaster, brother-in-law Kerry Pedigo, nieces, nephews, cousins, friends, and grandsons Micah Powell and Vinny Walsh.
  • The resolution extends heartfelt condolences and sympathy to the family and loved ones.
  • It directs the production of a suitable copy of the resolution to be presented to Ferguson’s family as a symbol of the Senate’s deepest sympathy.

Who/What Is Affected

  • Primarily the memory and recognition of Earl Ferguson within the Illinois Senate.
  • The resolution affects Ferguson’s family, friends, and community by publicly honoring his life.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Co-sponsor: Senator Doris Turner.
  • Action History:
    • April 10, 2026: Referred to Resolutions Consent Calendar.
    • April 10, 2026: Co-sponsor added (All Senators).
    • April 16, 2026: Resolution Adopted.
    • April 10, 2026: Filed with Secretary.
  • This is a ceremonial/expressive resolution, not a bill proposing law or policy changes.

Overall Impact

  • SR705 serves to formally mourn the death of Earl Ferguson and to publicly acknowledge his life and contributions, including his union work and community ties. It provides a ceremonial record of sympathy from the Illinois Senate.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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