IL SR1671

Expresses condolences for the death of Kenneth J. "Ken" Thompson of Grayslake, who passed away on October 27, 2014.

Honors Thompson's military service as a United States Army member during the Vietnam War and his receipt of the Purple Heart.

Notes Thompson's career retirement from Abbott Laboratories and his passion for fishing.

Thompson survived by his wife of 44 years Diana, three children (Jennifer, Melissa, and Douglas), one grandson, and two sisters.

Directs the Illinois Senate to present a copy of this resolution to Thompson's family as an expression of sympathy.