IL HR0702

Illinois House Resolution mourning the passing of Tardifay (Horton) Jackson, who died on February 13, 2026, at age 90

Born January 7, 1936 in Chattanooga, Tennessee; earned a bachelor's degree in education from Tennessee State University and a master's degree from Northeastern Illinois University

Served as an educator for more than 25 years at Madison Elementary School in South Holland School District 151, recognized for her exceptional ability in teaching students to read

Active member of Calvary Baptist Church on Chicago's South Side, serving on the Education and Scholarship Board and teaching Vacation Bible School

Resolution extends condolences to her surviving family, including daughter Adrienne, grandson Quintin, and sister Doris Horton