SCHNEIDER STATEMENT ON THE PASSING OF VICE CHAIR CUNNINGHAM

WASHINGTON, DC - Today, Congressman Brad Schneider (IL-10) released the following statement on the passing of Lake County Vice Chair Mary Ross Cunningham.

"I am tremendously saddened by the passing of my dear friend, Dr. Mary Ross Cunningham - a tireless public servant and a devoted champion of Waukegan, Lake County, and the entire region," said Schneider.

"Vice Chair Cunningham was bigger than life. I was privileged to count her as a friend, a colleague, and a mentor. She had a remarkably big heart that she opened to me and everyone she worked with. She epitomized public service, and there was no fiercer advocate for her constituents. She fought every day to ensure that residents had access to affordable housing and quality healthcare, and she was an unwavering voice for those experiencing homelessness. Her commitment to equity and justice was matched only by her genuine love for the community she served.

"Mary was incredibly proud of her family, in particular her children, Emerson, Sam, Jackie and the late Alvin," Schneider continued. "She leaves behind an extraordinary legacy - one that will continue to shape and strengthen this community for generations to come. I send my deepest condolences to the entire Cunningham family. May her memory be a blessing."