Illinois SR 450: MEMORIAL - MARK S. DEVER

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SR0450LRB104 15631 ECR 28798 r

1SENATE RESOLUTION

2 WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois Senate are saddened 

3to learn of the death of Ryan Whitehouse of Normal, who passed 

4away on September 24, 2025; and

5 WHEREAS, Ryan Whitehouse was raised in a farming community 

6and dedicated his life to agriculture and public service, 

7serving as an advocate for farmers in Bloomington-Normal and 

8the State of Illinois; he worked tirelessly to ensure that 

9rural voices were heard in Springfield and Washington, D.C. 

10alike; and

11 WHEREAS, Through his work with the Illinois Farm Bureau 

12and in his many roles supporting agriculture, Ryan Whitehouse 

13became a trusted leader and advisor known for his deep 

14knowledge, collaborative spirit, and ability to bridge divides 

15for the good of farmers and rural communities; and

16 WHEREAS, Beyond his professional accomplishments, Ryan 

17Whitehouse was a man of strong character, compassion, and good 

18humor who was noted for his ability to make those around him 

19feel valued and respected; and

20 WHEREAS, Ryan Whitehouse was a deeply devoted family man, 

21cherishing his role as an uncle and godfather above all else, 

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1and a true friend whose life exemplified the very best of 

2service and leadership; and

3 WHEREAS, Ryan Whitehouse was a committed son, brother, 

4uncle, friend, and colleague who will be remembered by all who 

5knew him for his kindness, humility, and unwavering 

6generosity; and

7 WHEREAS, Ryan Whitehouse is survived by his mother, 

8Michelle; his siblings, Mike, Mindy, Wayne, and Craig; his 

9niece and nephews; his goddaughter, Avery Ummel; his uncle, 

10Bill Marc; and many cousins; therefore, be it

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