Illinois State Senator Scott Bennett died Friday at age 45 from complications of a large brain tumor, his wife said.
State Senator Scott Bennett, a Democrat who represents the Champaign area, died Friday at age 45 from complications of a large brain tumor, his wife said.
"We are devastated to share that our beloved Scott has passed away. We remain in complete shock because it was all so sudden and unexpected," his wife Stacy said in a statement. "Scott will forever be known for being an extraordinary father, husband, and friend. His quick humor and wit could light up any room he entered. We will miss his stories, the way he could always make people laugh, and his genuine kindness.
He released a statement Friday saying in part, "I can't believe Scott is gone. He was a loving husband, devoted father, and to me, one of my closest friends. He fought for people as an assistant state's attorney and continued to fight for people as an Illinois State Senator. He was not afraid of the difficult issues and there was no challenge too big for him to tackle."
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