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Don Moss “in the waning moments of his life”

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* From Vickie Kean…

It’s with a heavy heart that I inform you that Don is in the final stages in his battle with a virus that has overwhelmed his body. He is now receiving palliative care in the hospital with the love and support of Naydene and his daughters. Our thoughts and prayers go out to him and his family and I’m sure yours would be most welcome.

Despite these most difficult times Don has expressed his concern that the battles we have long fought not be set aside. I will continue to do my best to carry on Don’s legacy in advocating for people with disabilities and representing those agencies who serve them.

While Don is in the waning moments of his life, he will long remain with us in our hearts.

The man is a tenacious legend in these parts. His loss will be incalculable.

Don isn’t accepting visitors, but Vickie says if folks want to send cards or notes they can mail them to his office: 310 East Adams, Springfield, IL 62701.

posted by Rich Miller
Tuesday, Apr 28, 15 @ 9:38 am

Comments

Godspeed, Don. You have made a difference.

Comment by Aldyth Tuesday, Apr 28, 15 @ 9:41 am
thoughts and prayers to him and his family

Comment by facts are stubborn things Tuesday, Apr 28, 15 @ 9:43 am
So sorry to hear that. Another Capitol legend.

Comment by Norseman Tuesday, Apr 28, 15 @ 9:45 am
Prayers to Don, Naydene and Vickie.

Don is a legend whose work in the field of human services has improved the lives of those with disabilities.

Comment by Give Me A Break Tuesday, Apr 28, 15 @ 9:47 am
Don has always been a fierce defender of human services. As others have said: Thoughts and prayers for him & his loved ones.

Comment by Linus Tuesday, Apr 28, 15 @ 10:20 am
A gentleman in every sense of the word. Prayers and Peace Don. Your legacy is secure. If ever a guy completed a race and ran hard through the tape it was you. Peace.

Comment by A guy Tuesday, Apr 28, 15 @ 10:31 am
My thoughts and prayers are with Don, Naydene and Vickie. Don Moss is a very special and nice gentleman.

Comment by Just Curious Tuesday, Apr 28, 15 @ 11:23 am
I’ve seen Don fight and win many battles in Springfield — I’m not giving up on him now.

Comment by Capitol View Tuesday, Apr 28, 15 @ 11:23 am
Don is a first class person in every way possible. Many have learned a lot from his skilled ability to explain complex topics in plain language
We pray Don and his family are given the strength to make through this tough times.

Comment by Steve Brown Tuesday, Apr 28, 15 @ 11:37 am
Prayers for Don and his family in this very tough time. A great legacy of work.

Comment by Amalia Tuesday, Apr 28, 15 @ 12:55 pm
Keeping Don and his family in my thoughts and prayers

Comment by Boone's is Back Tuesday, Apr 28, 15 @ 1:16 pm
The Moss family thanks everyone for their kind words, thoughts and prayers. We are surrounding Dad in our love during these last days.

Comment by Kate (Moss) Glinsmann Tuesday, Apr 28, 15 @ 3:14 pm
A legend 30+ years ago when I started and even more so today. Taught me a lot about Illinois and its politics, both good and bad!

Comment by BobO Tuesday, Apr 28, 15 @ 3:30 pm
I have much appreciated the opportunity to work with Don on issues related to community living for people with developmental disabilities. A mainstay. I just saw him this February at the human services budget briefing. Tough and committed. Thinking of Don and his family and colleagues.

Comment by Amber Smock Tuesday, Apr 28, 15 @ 5:43 pm
Many years ago, I was new to lobbying, and a woman to boot, several kind gentlemen give me guidance and accepted me as an equal. They were Don Moss, Dick Lockhart and Bud Kelley. I don’t think I ever thanked them for their support. Don, thank you for helping me and helping an untold number of individuals with developmental disabilities over many years.

They don’t make them like they used to. Godspeed.

Comment by Illinoian Tuesday, Apr 28, 15 @ 6:37 pm
My memories of my Uncle Don are from many years ago. It was clear that he loves his daughters more than anything in the world. During the summer I lived with hi in the 1970’s, he was always, fun, warm, and energetic!

Comment by Scott Moss Tuesday, Apr 28, 15 @ 7:23 pm
Don is a tough fighter and I pray that he wins this one.

Comment by SamHall Tuesday, Apr 28, 15 @ 8:29 pm
I met Don 45 years ago, and have worked with him ever since, as recently as a month ago. Every cause should be so fortunate to have an advocate of Don’s caliber.

Comment by steve schnorf Tuesday, Apr 28, 15 @ 10:01 pm
Thoughts and prayers for Don and his family. He was a wonderful advocate for the DD population.

Comment by A Friend Wednesday, Apr 29, 15 @ 10:18 am
Don leaves this world much better off than he found it. He was the BEST in his business!

Comment by Carol Wednesday, Apr 29, 15 @ 2:23 pm