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PROPOSED RESOLUTION
COMMEMORATING THE EXTRAORDINARY LIFE OF JUDITH ANN PIER
WHEREAS, Judith Ann Pier lived a rich and fulfilled life. She was an exceptional woman who left behind a devoted family, countless friends and a community profoundly enriched for having known her; and
WHEREAS, Judith Ann Pier was a lifelong Chicagoan, born on May 20, 1944. She excelled early in school, graduated with honors from high school and summa cum laude from college. She spent her early years teaching in the Chicago Public Schools, where she made a lasting impact on the students, many with whom she remained in contact throughout her life; and
WHEREAS, Judy met the love of her life, Wayne, when he was coaching her softball team over four decades ago and married him on July 4, 1975. The two began a journey abundant with deep love, mutual respect and a sense of adventure. The couple shared many incredible travels around the world and gathered friends wherever they went; and
WHEREAS, Judith Ann Pier was an absolute natural when it came to sales and was often singled out for recognition. She was voted sales person of the year by Tab Products in 1978; and was selected sales person of the year by Bradford Systems in 1983. She brought those talents along with her when she and her husband opened a small business; the two successfully ran Windy City Records Management Services until 2016; and
WHEREAS, Judith Ann Pier was a major force for good in the community. She was active in many civic organizations was a fixture and regular volunteer at Alderman Harry Osterman's office. She was a devoted Catholic and treasured member of the Committee for Community Life, where she organized countless events such as picnics, trips to visit people in nursing homes in addition to many other activities. She took great pride in hosting and introducing the city of Chicago to numerous visitors and foreign-exchange students. She was a tireless supporter of women's causes and had a formidab...
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