File #: 21377    Version: 0 Name: Courtesy - Leo Dujakovich
Type: Resolution Status: Passed
File created: 8/17/2023 In control: County Legislature
On agenda: 8/21/2023 Final action: 8/21/2023
Title: A RESOLUTION honoring the life and achievements of Leo Michael Dujakovich.
Sponsors: Manuel Abarca IV, DaRon McGee, Megan L. Marshall, Jalen Anderson, Venessa Huskey, Charlie Franklin, Jeanie Lauer
Indexes: COURTESY 2023
Attachments: 1. 21377 adopted.pdf

IN THE COUNTY LEGISLATURE OF JACKSON COUNTY, MISSOURI

 

Title

A RESOLUTION honoring the life and achievements of Leo Michael Dujakovich.

 

 

Intro

RESOLUTION NO. 21377, August 21, 2023

 

INTRODUCED BY Manuel Abarca IV, DaRon McGee, Megal L. Marshall, Jalen Anderson, Venessa Huskey, Charlie Franklin, and Jeanie Lauer, County Legislators

 

 

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 WHEREAS, Leo Michael Dujakovich, of Sugar Creek, Missouri, passed away on July 18, 2023, at the age of 84, surrounded by his loving family, and,

 

WHEREAS, Leo was laid to rest on August 14, 2023, at Mt. Calvary Cemetery following a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Andrew the Apostle Catholic Church; and,

 

WHEREAS, Leo was born on December 20, 1938, to Theodore and Mary Dujakovich, and he graduated from De La Salle Military Academy in 1955; and,

 

WHEREAS, Leo’s unwavering love and devotion to his wife Joyce Maloney, whom he married in June 1959, exemplified the true essence of partnership and family; and,

 

WHEREAS, Leo was a cherished father to his six children, Karen Bauer (Fabian), Patrick Dujakovich (Stacey), Gregory Dujakovich, Josef Dujakovich (Jennifer), Baxter (Patti), and Christa Gulick, and he leaves behind a legacy of love, guidance, and strength that extended to fourteen grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren; and,

 

WHEREAS, Leo’s profound impact reached far beyond his immediate family, as he served as a mentor, coach, father figure, and peacemaker to countless others, demonstrating his deep commitment to uplifting and supporting those around him; and,

 

WHEREAS, Leo’s contributions to the Sheet Metal Workers Union, Local 2, and his subsequent role as a successful business owner of a sheet metal company, stand as a testament to his unwavering work ethic and dedication to providing opportunities for multiple generations; and,

 

WHEREAS, Leo's memory will forever be cherished by his surviving children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and a community that was enriched by his presence; and,

 

WHEREAS, Leo's commitment to giving back to his community is reflected in his family's preference for memorial contributions to be made in his honor to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, embodying his compassionate spirit and concern for the well-being of others; now therefore,

 

BE IT RESOLVED by the County Legislature of Jackson County, Missouri that the Legislature hereby celebrates the life and achievements of Leo Michael Dujakovich and extends its deepest condolences to his family and loved ones.

 

Enacted and Approved

Effective Date:  This Resolution shall be effective immediately upon its passage by a majority of the Legislature.

 

 

APPROVED AS TO FORM:

 

 

____________________________                     

County Counselor

 

 

Certificate of Passage

 

                     I hereby certify that the attached resolution, Resolution No. 21377 of August 21, 2023, was duly passed on August 21, 2023 by the Jackson County Legislature. The votes thereon were as follows:

 

 

 

                     Yeas ______8_________                                                               Nays _____0_________

 

 

                     Abstaining ___0______                                                               Absent _____1_______

 

                     

 

 

________________________                                                               ____________________________

Date                                                                                                                                                   Mary Jo Spino, Clerk of Legislature