H.R.0209

MEMORIAL-DR. OPEAR R. MYLES

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Illinois House Resolution 209 honors the life and contributions of Dr. Opear Ree Myles, a devoted educator and church leader.

Illinois House Resolution 209 memorializes Dr. Opear Ree Myles, who passed away on March 9, 1925. Born in Grenada, Mississippi, she moved to Chicago and became a teacher in the Chicago Public School system for over 18 years. She supported her husband in establishing the Van Buren Street Church of Christ, now known as the Far West Church of Christ, where she served as senior minister. Dr. Myles was also active in various church committees and received an Honorary Doctorate of Humane Letters in 2012.

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History

Mar 25, 2025

House

Placed on Calendar Agreed Resolutions

Mar 25, 2025

House

Resolution Adopted

Mar 21, 2025

House

Filed with the Clerk by Rep. La Shawn K. Ford