IL SR0536

Memorial resolution honoring Mark E. Beard of Sherman, Illinois, who passed away on November 25, 2025 at age 69

Born August 1, 1956 in Springfield; attended Williamsville High School where he participated in track, cross country, and basketball; married Terri Ferguson on October 25, 1975

Worked as a systems engineer architect for Storage Technology for almost 30 years, also serving other large technology companies

Survived by his wife of 50 years, three children, seven grandchildren, and two siblings

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