IL SR0636

Memorial resolution honoring Father Daniel Mirabelli, CSV, a Clerics of St. Viator priest who passed away on February 21, 2026 at age 94

Served 57 years at Alleman High School in the Quad Cities beginning in 1966, holding roles as teacher, chaplain, business manager, and director of development while working to make Catholic education affordable

Ordained into the priesthood on May 28, 1960 in Joliet; earned degrees from Viatorian Seminary, Loyola University, DePaul University, and received an honorary Doctor of Humanities from St. Ambrose University in 2004

Received the Pro Ecclesia et Pontifice medal from Pope John Paul II in 1993, the Sandy Ninninger Award from Kiwanis International in 1995, and was named Rock Island Citizen of the Year in 2007

Illinois Senate extends condolences to his surviving family, including his sister Marianna Dituro, and directs that a copy of the resolution be presented to the family