IL SR1406

Illinois Senate mourns the death of Russell J. Kipkowski of Spring Grove, who passed away on July 26, 2014

Kipkowski served 20 years in the United States Coast Guard, retiring as Chief Warrant Officer, and was decorated with the Bronze Star and Purple Heart

Kipkowski worked 19 years as a Deputy Sheriff in King County, Washington and served as a Marine Patrol Officer on the Chain O' Lakes for the McHenry County Sheriff's Office

Kipkowski was a member of the McHenry Masonic Lodge and Tebala and Medina Shriners organizations, actively participating in local parades

Kipkowski is survived by his wife Barbara of 54 years, two children, two granddaughters, and extended family members