IL SR0467

Mourns the passing of James Lee "Jim" Hootman of Cuba, Illinois, who died on August 9, 2025, at age 90

Honors his military service in both the United States Navy and Army, including more than two years deployed in Germany

Recognizes his career as a lifelong farmer in rural Cuba while also working at Keystone Steel and Wire for 37 years

Notes his longtime membership at Cuba Christian Church and his devotion to his wife Irmalee (married July 5, 1953) and family

Directs that a copy of the resolution be presented to his surviving family, including his two children, four grandchildren, one great-granddaughter, and sister