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IL SR1439
Resolution
AI Summary
- Illinois Senate mourns the death of Jack J. Cerniglia and extends condolences to his family, friends, and all who knew him
- Jack Cerniglia had a 60-year career in the grocery industry, starting at age 15 with National Tea Company during the Great Depression and eventually supervising 85 stores across a 3-state region before retiring at age 90
- Served as a Mess Sergeant in the 103rd Infantry 383rd HQ Battery during World War II, seeing combat in France, Italy, Austria, and Germany, and participated in the liberation of Dachau concentration camp
- Following World War II, Cerniglia continued his grocery career and later worked for LaPreferida, Inc., a Chicago-based grocery, spirits, and produce company specializing in ethnic markets
- Survived by his wife Catherine of 63 years, three children, 10 grandchildren, and 4 great-grandchildren
Legislative Description
MEMORIAL - JACK J. CERNIGLIA
Last Action
Resolution Adopted
11/20/2014
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