IL HR0684

Memorial resolution honoring James Dean "Jim" Bolin of Casey, Illinois, who passed away on January 27, 2026 at age 61

Born September 23, 1964 in Terre Haute, Indiana; graduated from Casey High School in 1982 and married Diane Ruth Lacey on August 2, 1985

Worked as a carpenter and operated Bolin Enterprises, a family sandblasting and paint business

Known for constructing "world's largest objects" to attract visitors to Casey, including giant wind chimes, rocking chair, mailbox, clogs, and golf tee and club

Survived by wife Diane (married 40 years), children Jessica Prater and Drew Bolin, and three grandchildren