HomeMy WebLinkAboutRes 25-90 06/19/1990 RESOLUTION NO. 25-90
A RESOLUTION HONORING JACK KEEFER
GRAND MARSHALL, JULY 4TH PARADE 1990
WHEREAS, JACK KEEFER and his wife Helen have been residents
of the Village of Mount Prospect for the past 40 years,
having raised their 5 children in Mount Prospect; and
WHEREAS, JACK KEEFER served his country during World War II
on a PT Boat Squadron from 1941 through 1945; and
WHEREAS, JACK KEEFER, a registered Pharmacist, opened his
first drug store - Keefer's Pharmacy - in Mount Prospect on
Northwest Highway, later moving across the railroad tracks
to Prospect Avenue, which he operated until his partial
retirement some 50 years later; and
WHEREAS, during his many years as a Pharmacist, JACK KEEFER
was acknowledged by his peers and had the distinction of
being named Pharmacist of the Year in the State of Illinois
in 1973; and
WHEREAS, JACK KEEFER has and continues to be an active
member of the community, some of his activities have
included:
Originating the traditional Mount Prospect July 4th
parade in 1952;
Organizing the Memorial Day Parade for the past 20 years;
Participated in local high school Career Days, as a
result of which, many students were influenced by JACK
KEEFER and went on to become Pharmacists, doctors,' and
other professionals;
Photographer for Paddock Publications
Created the Luxembourg News of America, which he writes,
publishes, and distributes to thousands of subscribers
both in the United States and abroad;
Member of the Mount Prospect Historical Society, having
held the positions of Secretary, Treasurer and President;
Member of the Mount Prospect Chamber of Commerce, having
held the positions of Secretary, Treasurer and President;
Member of the American Legion, having served as Commander
for 3 terms during his 50 year membership;
Member of VFW Post 1337, currently serving his 3rd term
as Commander;
Member of the Mount Prospect Lions Club, having served
as Presdient and all other positions in~ that civic
organization; and
WHEREAS, JACK KEEFER continues to volunteer his time and
efforts to these numerous projects out of his dedication
and love for the Village of Mount Prospect.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND BOARD OF
TRUSTEES OF THE VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT, COOK COUNTY,
ILLINOIS:
SECTION ONE: That the Mayor and Board of Trustees of the
Village of Mount Prospect do hereby acknowledge the many
contributions of JACK KEEFER.
SECTION TWO: That the residents of the Village will have
an opportunity to express their appreciation to JACK KEEFER
as he serves as Grand Marshall of the 1990 Mount Prospect
July 4th parade.
SECTION THREE: That this Resolution shall be in full force
and effect from and after its passage and approval in the
manner provided by law.
AYES: Arthur, Busse, Corcoran, Floros, Van Geem, Farley
NAYS: None
ABSENT: Wattenberg
PASSED and APPROVED this 19th day of June, 1990.
ATTEST:
Carol A. Fields
Village Clerk