IL HR0559

Mourns the passing of Monsignor Doug "Father Doug" Hennessy of Bloomington, who died on November 12, 2025 at age 87

Honors his 50-year career as a Catholic priest in the Diocese of Peoria, serving parishes in Macomb, Urbana, Danville, and Bloomington, with ordination on July 14, 1963 in Rome

Recognizes his educational background including studies at Notre Dame University, St. Ambrose University, and the Gregorian University in Rome, plus a Master's degree from Fordham University

Acknowledges his advocacy work championing the civil rights movement during his career and immigration rights causes after his retirement in 2013

Extends condolences to his surviving family members and directs that a copy of the resolution be presented to his family