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IL SR0885
Resolution
Status
11/4/2010
Primary Sponsor
Pamela Althoff
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AI Summary
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Rosalie Doherty of McHenry passed away on May 26, 2010, and the Illinois Senate memorializes her life and legacy.
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Born September 23, 1928, she was a lifelong McHenry resident who graduated from McHenry High School in 1946 and worked at Ringwood Chemical and Auto-Lite.
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She assisted her husband Donald in operating Bolger Drug Store for 28 years and served as "First Lady of McHenry" during his tenure as mayor from 1961 to 1973.
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She was an active member of St. Patrick Catholic Church and participated in civic organizations including FISH and Big Brothers Big Sisters, receiving the Woman of the Year Award from McHenry Business & Professional Women's Organization.
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She is survived by her husband Donald, 10 children, 21 grandchildren, her sister Virginia Williams, and many friends.
Legislative Description
MEMORIAL-ROSALIE DOHERTY
Last Action
Resolution Adopted
11/4/2010