MEMORIAL-CORNELL L. WRIGHT JR.

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HR0600
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HOUSE RESOLUTION

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WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois House of
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Representatives are saddened to learn of the death of Cornell
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Lincoln Wright Jr., who passed away on December 25, 2025; and

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WHEREAS, Cornell Wright was born to Cornell Wright Sr. and
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Lois (Montgomery) Wright in Knoxville, Tennessee on July 2,
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1938; he was raised in Knoxville, where he received his early
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education and graduated from Austin High School; he served in
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the United States Armed Forces during the Vietnam War; upon
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returning from military service, he settled in Detroit,
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Michigan, where he earned a degree in child growth and
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development from Wayne State University; he married Barbara
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Crooks, and they relocated to Peoria, Illinois, where they
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built their home and raised their family; and

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WHEREAS, Cornell Wright dedicated many years to a
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distinguished career as a correctional officer, faithfully
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working third shift, often through long and demanding nights;
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during his career, he became known for his integrity, calm
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demeanor, and strong sense of responsibility; he was also an
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entrepreneur as the owner of Tony's Liquor, a neighborhood
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convenience store that reflected his work ethic, independence,
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and commitment to providing for his family; and

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WHEREAS, Cornell Wright, in retirement, continued serving
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his community as a substitute teacher, offering patience,
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wisdom, and steady guidance to students, and through civic
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engagement, taking pride in running local election polls to
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ensure fairness, order, and respect in the democratic process;
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and

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WHEREAS, Cornell Wright was committed to his faith and a
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devoted member of Mt. Zion Baptist Church, where he served as a
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deacon and often worked behind the scenes, running the church
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audio system to ensure that every sermon, song, and prayer was
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heard clearly; his service was quiet, dependable, and deeply
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appreciated by his church family; and

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WHEREAS, Cornell Wright, affectionately known as "Tony"
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and "Sonny", was a devoted husband, a proud father, a mentor,
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and a public servant whose life was defined by service, faith,
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discipline, and unwavering devotion to family and community;
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and

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WHEREAS, Cornell Wright was preceded in death by his
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sister, Mary Frances Strong; and

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WHEREAS, Cornell Wright is survived by his wife, Barbara
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J. Wright; his children, Cornell Lincoln Wright III, Courtney
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Wright, and Dr. Yolanda Wright-Lowry; seven grandchildren; and

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four great-grandchildren; therefore, be it

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RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE ONE
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HUNDRED FOURTH GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that
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we mourn the passing of Cornell Lincoln Wright Jr. and extend
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our sincere condolences to his family, friends, and all who
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knew and loved him; and be it further

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

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