* CBS 2…
Corinne Wood, the former Illinois Lieutenant Governor under Gov. George Ryan, has died after a 15-year battle with breast cancer, her husband, Paul, confirmed on Tuesday evening.
Wood served as the state’s first female lieutenant governor from 1999 to 2003. She would have turned 67 years old on May 28. Wood, an attorney, served as a Republican state house member, representing the 59th District, before becoming lieutenant governor.
In 2002, she sought the Republican nomination for governor to succeed the retiring Ryan. She finished third in the primary losing to Attorney General Jim Ryan. That year, Gov. Rod Blagojevich became the first Democrat to win that office since 1977.
She made her presence known more than most LGs before and since. Wood was no shrinking violet. And she had such a strong spirit and optimism as she dealt with cancer. She just would not give up. All respect.
* Lt. Governor Juliana Stratton…
It was with great sorrow that I learned of the passing of Corinne Wood who died after waging a courageous battle against breast cancer. As the first woman to serve as lieutenant governor of Illinois, she was a trailblazer bringing her authentic self to the office and elevating the issue of women’s health. She paved the way for women like me to serve in this role. My husband Bryan and I send our prayers and heartfelt condolences to the family.
The Board of Directors and staff of CHANGE Illinois mourn the death of groundbreaking former Republican Lt. Gov. Corinne G. Wood, a long-time board director and champion of CHANGE Illinois and the effort to achieve independent mapping in Illinois.
Surrounded by her immediate family, Corinne died peacefully from complications related to her 15-year struggle with metastatic breast cancer.
“We have lost a friend, guiding light, and staunch ally. Corrine’s grace and brilliance will be dearly missed,” said CHANGE Illinois Board Co-Chair Deborah Harrington.
Corinne was a mother and wife, an attorney, a former member of the Illinois General Assembly, and the first female Lieutenant Governor of the State of Illinois.
She remained active in many political, civic and social endeavors after leaving office.
“Corinne Wood was committed to improving Illinois long after her tenure in elected office ended,” said CHANGE Illinois Executive Director Madeleine Doubek. “As a reporter, I covered Wood during her time in office. When I joined CHANGE Illinois, Corinne turned the tables and frequently asked tough, incisive questions about our fight for independent mapping and improved ethics in Illinois. We were better for it and for her contributions. We need more committed public servants like Corinne fighting for Illinois.”
She is survived by her husband, Paul, and three adult children, Ashley, Brandon and Courtney. Funeral and memorial service arrangements are pending.
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