H.R.0918

MEMORIAL-ROXY K. TAYLOR

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Illinois House Resolution 918 honors the life and legacy of Roxy Karyl Taylor, a beloved jazz singer and community member.

Illinois House Resolution 918 pays tribute to Roxy Karyl Taylor, a cherished jazz singer who passed away on April 11, 2026. Born in Kansas City, Missouri, Taylor's life was marked by her love for music, particularly jazz, and her deep appreciation for legends such as Dinah Washington, Ella Fitzgerald, and Billie Holiday. The resolution highlights her contributions to the jazz community, her family life, and her impact on those around her. It also notes her connections to Chicago and St. Louis, Missouri, where she spent significant time.

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History

May 21

House

Placed on Calendar Order of Resolutions

May 21

House

Resolution Adopted

May 20

House

Filed with the Clerk by Rep. William "Will" Davis