SR1014 100TH GENERAL ASSEMBLY

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SENATE RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois Senate are saddened to learn of the death of Roger Herman Adler of Woodstock, who passed away on October 5, 2017; and

WHEREAS, Roger Adler was born in Madison, Wisconsin to Matt and Marian Adler on December 10, 1953; he moved to Illinois as a teen and graduated from Prospect High School; after graduation, he dove into the music business and taught lessons and played live shows; and

WHEREAS, Roger Adler was a successful composer, producer, and performer; his musical credits include television commercials, the television show Wild Chicago, a movie soundtrack, an Emmy nomination, and performances with the Chicago-based Ken Arlen Orchestra; after his retirement, he continued to teach and work with local artists; and

WHEREAS, Roger Adler was unwaveringly positive and approached all of life's challenges with optimism; he was kind and sociable, and he easily connected with everyone around him; he was a friend to all; he spoke with great pride about his daughters; and

WHEREAS, Roger Adler was preceded in death by his parents; and

WHEREAS, Roger Adler is survived by his beloved daughters, Nickie Adler and Jackie (Dan) Janke; his cherished companion of five years, Jane Turley and her family; his siblings, Mary (Jim) Ferschinger, Mark Adler, and Jeff (Lisa) Adler; his nieces and nephews, Bryan (Kristin) Ferschinger, Jamie (Quintin) Ferschinger, and Sophie Adler; and his beloved granddogs, Ellie, Ty, and Luna; therefore, be it

RESOLVED, BY THE SENATE OF THE ONE HUNDREDTH GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we mourn the passing of Roger Herman Adler and extend our sincere condolences to his family, friends, and all who knew and loved him; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to the family of Roger Adler as an expression of our deepest sympathy.