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PROPOSED RESOLUTION
CELEBRATING THE LIFE OF CARY “BUBBA” MCCLAIN
WHEREAS, Cary “Bubba” McClain was called home to be with the Lord on June 28, 2019; and
WHEREAS, Bubba McClain was born on April 19, 1943 in Norwood, Louisiana; and
WHEREAS, Bubba McClain was one of eight children who accepted Christ at an early age; and
WHEREAS, during his childhood, Bubba McClain was known as a caring and charismatic person who was well respected by his peers; and
WHEREAS, Bubba McClain completed high school and then entered the United States Army. During this time, he proudly served his country well; and
WHEREAS, after his military service, Bubba McClain relocated to Chicago, Illinois to begin his career at the Ford Motor Company. He would go on to lead a successful 37-year career until his retirement in 2004; and
WHEREAS, true to his Louisiana roots, Bubba McClain was active in the community as a member of the Second Mount Vernon Baptist Church; and
WHEREAS, Bubba McClain believed in the value of education and family being married to his longtime love Sandra (Lucas) McClain; and
WHEREAS, Bubba McClain’s most significant accomplishment was the special relationship that he held with his children, grandchildren, and nieces and nephews; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Cook County Board of Commissioners, on behalf of the 5.2 million residents of Cook County does hereby mourn the loss of Cary “Bubba” McClain and celebrates his life and many contributions bettering the lives of the citizens of Cook County, Illinois; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a suitable copy of this Resolution be spread upon the official proceedings of this Honorable Body and that an official copy of the same be tendered to the family of Cary “Bubba” McClain.
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