Bill Text: IL SR0841 | 2025-2026 | 104th General Assembly | Introduced

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Bill Title: Mourns the death of Carol Marie Gaines.

Sponsorship: Partisan Bill (Democrat 1)

Status: (Passed) 2026-06-01 - Resolution Adopted [SR0841 Detail]

Download: Illinois-2025-SR0841-Introduced.html

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SENATE RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois Senate are saddened
to learn of the death of Carol Marie Gaines, who passed away on
July 7, 2025; and
WHEREAS, Carol Gaines, the daughter of Gertie Dunkin, was
born in Chicago on April 19, 1947; she was raised in the
Cabrini-Green neighborhood of Chicago and attended Cooley High
School; and
WHEREAS, Carol Gaines was a fierce protector of her family
and those she loved; she was known for her uplifting spirit,
her straightforward nature, and for being the life of the
party; she will be remembered for her kindness, passion,
resilience, unwavering determination, and strong character;
and
WHEREAS, Carol Gaines was preceded in death by her
children, Joseph Dunkin, Ruben Dunkin, and Tiny Dunkin; and
WHEREAS, Carol Gaines is survived by her children, Kenneth
"Ken" Dunkin, Michael Dunkin, and LaTasha Dunkin; a host of
grandchildren; her extended relatives and friends; and her
special friend, Pops; therefore, be it

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RESOLVED, BY THE SENATE OF THE ONE HUNDRED FOURTH GENERAL
ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we mourn the passing of
Carol Marie Gaines and extend our sincere condolences to her
family, friends, and all who knew and loved her; and be it
further
RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be
presented to the family of Carol Gaines as an expression of our
deepest sympathy.