SR0861 is a Senate resolution expressing sorrow over the death of Clarence R. “C.R.” Wirth of Worth, Illinois, who died on May 28, 2026 at age 96. The resolution recounts his life story, including his Illinois roots, service in the United States Marine Corps during the Korean War, his work as a home builder, and his many personal accomplishments and community ties.
The measure also highlights his family life and faith, noting his long marriage to Jennean “Jean” Wirth, his children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and membership in All Saints Lutheran Church. It concludes by formally mourning his passing and directing that a suitable copy of the resolution be presented to his family as an expression of condolences.
As a simple memorial resolution, SR0861 does not amend the Illinois Compiled Statutes, create new legal duties, or change state policy. Its practical effect is ceremonial: it places the Senate’s condolences into the legislative record and authorizes presentation of the resolution to the Wirth family. The affected parties are limited to Clarence Wirth’s family, friends, and community, rather than any regulated public or government agency.
The sentiment around the resolution is uniformly respectful and sympathetic. The text is entirely laudatory, emphasizing Wirth’s military service, craftsmanship, discipline, humility, faith, and devotion to family. No votes, committee transcripts, or recorded opposition are provided, and nothing in the available context suggests controversy or divided sentiment.
There are no notable points of contention in the available materials. SR0861 is a noncontroversial condolence resolution, and the context includes no committee debate, amendments, or recorded votes indicating disagreement. Any discussion would likely have focused only on honoring Wirth’s life and service, not on policy or legal issues.