A Dedicated Father and Passionate Fisherman

David Plank, a 54-year-old father of two from the southwest suburbs of Chicago, was known for his unwavering dedication to his family and his passion for fishing. His sons, David Jr. and Ryan, fondly recall the countless hours spent with their father at Arrowhead Lake in Palos Heights, Illinois, where they bonded over their shared love for the sport. These cherished moments have become lasting memories for his children.

Tragic Incident on the Way to Work

On August 3, 2016, Plank was en route to his maintenance job at Jackson Park Hospital, a routine he had followed diligently. While driving near 84th and Stony Island in the Avalon Park neighborhood, a stray bullet struck him in the chest, causing a fatal collision with another vehicle. Authorities confirmed that Plank was not the intended target of the gunfire. The same incident also resulted in a 17-year-old girl sustaining a graze wound, highlighting the indiscriminate nature of the violence....Read More