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PROPOSED RESOLUTION
HONORING THE LIFE AND MEMORY OF FLORENCE "FLO" MAYDON
WHEREAS, on Friday, December 19, 2014, God in his own way and in His infinite wisdom called to his eternal reward Florence "Flo" Maydon; and
WHEREAS, Florence Maydon was born on May 19, 1945 to Dolores Tovar and Edward Maydon; and
WHEREAS, Florence Maydon exemplified a strong commitment towards education as she received her B.A. Degree in Social Work from DePaul University and later went on to begin a Master's Degree in Social Work at Loyola University; and
WHEREAS, through her dedication to social services and helping those in need, Florence Maydon had a great career as a public servant that included employment at the Haymarket House, Catholic Charities, and the Cathedral Shelter of Chicago; and
WHEREAS, Florence Maydon had a significant impact on the lives of women suffering from domestic violence and abuse. She understood the negative effects that this issue had on individuals, families, and communities, and she always did everything in her power to provide women involved in domestic violence and abuse with quality services and programs; and
WHEREAS, Florence Maydon used her skills and talents to assist many mothers that are ex-offenders. Florence successfully reunited many ex-offender mothers with their children, and helped them find housing upon reentering society after incarceration; and
WHEREAS, Florence Maydon dearly loved her family and friends; her kindness, generosity, and caring spirit will be missed by all that knew her.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Cook County Board President and the Cook County Board of Commissioners, will gather together on the 21st Day of January, 2015 A.D., to express their honor and sorrow on the passing of Florence "Flo" Maydon, and will extend to her family their sincere condolences; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a suitable copy of this resolution will be prepared and presented to the family of Flor...
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