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PROPOSED RESOLUTION
HONORING THE LIFE OF ANTHONY LEROY WILLIAMS
WHEREAS, Anthony Leroy Williams, affectionately known as 'Top Kat' and 'Tony,' was born on November 5, 1955, in Chicago, Illinois, to Rosalie and Bennie Williams. As the eleventh of fourteen siblings, Tony grew up in a large, close-knit family and attended Washington Elementary and Proviso East High School in Maywood, Illinois; and
WHEREAS, Tony married Sharon (Cheryl) Jones, who preceded him in death, and from this union two children were born: Nakia McGregor and Pastor Rahmaan Williams; and
WHEREAS, Tony accepted Christ at an early age at New Greater Exodus Missionary Baptist Church under the leadership of the late Pastor John Whitehead Sr. In 1993, he joined Praise Temple Church Baptist, now known as Praise Temple of Restoration International, where he served faithfully in the security ministry, bringing joy and laughter to all who entered the church; and
WHEREAS, Tony was a dedicated worker, holding various positions over his lifetime, including roles at The Maywood Park District, Pick N Pay, Burgess Envelope Company, and serving as a building ambassador for the Chicago Housing Authority; and
WHEREAS, Tony leaves to cherish his memory his daughter Nakia McGregor, son Pastor Rahmaan Williams, his grandchildren Alante, Diontae, Cameron, China, Monyah, and Raya, as well as great-grandchildren Diontae Jr., Amari, and Adonis. He is also survived by his sister Bernadine Sandifer, brother Bishop Victor D. Agee, sisters-in-law Gretchell and Vanessa, brother-in-law Stanley, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, friends, and residents at Irene McCoy Properties; and
WHEREAS, known for his caring nature, sense of humor, and uplifting spirit, Tony was loved by everyone he encountered, leaving a lasting impression of joy and laughter.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that we, the President and members of the Cook County Board of Commissioners, along with the 5.2 million residents of Cook County, extend our deepest condolences to the family of Anthony Leroy Williams, and express our profound gratitude for his lifelong dedication to his faith, family, and community; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to the family of Anthony Leroy Williams as a symbol of our admiration and respect for his remarkable life, and as a reminder that his memory will live on in the hearts of all who were blessed to know him.
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