IL HR1477

Washington Dunbar Burney, born April 14, 1916, passed away; the Illinois House of Representatives mourns his death.

Served as the first Black member of Teamsters Union Local 744 in 1938 and the first Black driver salesman for Budweiser in 1951.

Was president and co-founder of the Chatham Avalon Park Community Council and pioneered the breakdown of racial barriers in area golf courses.

Dedicated member of Park Manor United Church of Christ's Trustee Board and Men's Fellowship for almost 50 years.

House of Representatives expresses sympathy to his family, including his surviving spouse Lillie Rose, three children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.