IL SR0393

Memorial resolution honoring Benjamin P. "Ben" Schatz of Des Plaines, who passed away on August 1, 2025

Born March 31, 1931 in Eagle Butte, South Dakota; studied civil engineering at South Dakota School of Mines and Technology and served four years in the U.S. Navy during the Korean Conflict

Founded and owned ChemGrout, Inc. in LaGrange Park, retiring at age 91; equipment he designed over 50 years ago remains in use worldwide

Survived by his wife of 68 years, Alice Mae (Palmer) Schatz, five children, ten grandchildren, and nine great-grandchildren

Illinois Senate extends condolences to his family and directs that a copy of the resolution be presented to them