IL SR0445

Illinois Senate memorial resolution honoring Thomas Charles Bohdan, who died on April 29, 2025, at age 76

Bohdan was born in Chicago on January 30, 1949, and earned degrees from Kendall College, Northwestern University, and a master's in library science from Rosary College (now Dominican University)

Served as an educator in teaching and leadership positions across schools in Evanston, Oak Park, River Forest, and Naperville, developing programs including the Veterans History Project, debate competitions, and Civil War lessons

Devoted parishioner of St. Luke Church and passionate antique collector with deep interest in American history, particularly the Civil War era

Survived by his wife of 52 years, Susan; children Christopher and Theresa; three grandchildren; and siblings Michael, Peter, and Mary Anne