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SR 707

MEMORIAL-PHYLLIS J. MOCABEE

104th Regular Session Introduced by Steve McClure

The Illinois Senate memorializes Phyllis J. Mocabee, recognizing her life and contributions and extending condolences to her family.

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Bill Summary · SR 707

Summary of Senate Resolution SR0707 (104th General Assembly, Illinois)

Purpose

  • SR0707 is a memorial resolution recognizing and mourning the death of Phyllis J. Mocabee of Sullivan, Illinois, who passed away on February 11, 2026.
  • The resolution offers condolences to her family, friends, and those who knew her, and expresses the Senate’s sympathy.

Key Provisions and Content

  • Official acknowledgment of Phyllis J. Mocabee’s life and contributions.
  • A brief biography is included, detailing:
    • Birth: March 19, 1932, in Lovington.
    • Family background: Daughter of Charles F. and Celia O. Call Mocabee; preceded in death by her parents and two sisters.
    • Career:
    • Early work at the Illinois Masonic Home in Sullivan (six months).
    • Long-term employment as a machine operator for Borg-Warner in Decatur (36 years).
    • Retirement from a Department of Corrections facility in Decatur as a CRC 1 after 10 years of service.
    • Community involvement: Member of the Lovington Christian Church; longtime member of the Moultrie County Republican Women’s Club.
    • Personal interests: Avid fan of the St. Louis Cardinals.
    • Survivors: Son Mike McDaniel, grandson Brock McDaniel, and a special friend, Pauline Rowles.
  • Formal expression of sympathy and a directive that a suitable copy of the resolution be presented to the family.

Affected Parties

  • Primary: Phyllis J. Mocabee (deceased).
  • Her surviving family and friends.
  • The Illinois Senate, as the body issuing the memorial.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Action History:
    • April 10, 2026: Co-sponsored by all Senators; referred to the Resolutions Consent Calendar.
    • April 10, 2026: Filed with Secretary.
    • April 16, 2026: Resolution Adopted.
  • Sponsor: Senate co-sponsor Steve McClure (in addition to other members who co-sponsored collectively).
  • SR0707 is a ceremonial, non-binding resolution. It recognizes and memorializes an individual and does not create or modify law or policy.

Impact and Context

  • The resolution serves as a formal record of the Illinois Senate’s mourning and respect for Phyllis J. Mocabee.
  • It provides a permanent statement of sympathy within state legislative records and may be used by family and community members as a token of recognition from the state legislature.

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

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