Laurence J. Msall

This is very sad and unexpected. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family. Laurence is a fraternity brother of mine, and although he graduated the year before I started Knox, I was fortunate enough to meet him on a few occasions. He also helped me get my first job out of college, as an intern at IL DCCA. And then of course I would see him occasionally on the news. I don´t think most people even realize how important he was to our state running smoothly. But this was just who he was. He...

I have not been able to put pen to paper, cursor to screen since hearing of Laurence's passing. I worked with him in Springfield in the 80s when I worked for Governor Thompson and we were in night school graduating together at Loyola Law in '92. I'm so deeply saddened, I can't imagine the grief his family must be enduring. Just a great guy, so smart, such a great sense of humor, I considered him a friend. So great to see him at the JRT Tribute last fall and shared emails afterward. It's a...

I was lucky enough to work with Lawrence when I was a lobbyist for the Illinois Bar Association - he was always so kind and funny. I am so sorry to have heard this news.

I had always looked forward to seeing Mr. Msall on WTTW's Chicago Tonight program. His passing is a huge loss for Chicago.

I am so grateful to be an `in-law´ in this extended family that granted me the gift in knowing Laurence even a little bit. My love and prayers to you all.

I met Laurence when he joined the DCCA team. We became friends immediately- like so many that met him before and after. He was funny, smart, kind, compassionate, and dedicated. Wise beyond his years. A true gentleman. He was looking for a parish in Springfield and I introduced him to St. Patrick´s - they had a fun Mens club and he fit in immediately. We enjoyed a beer or two....at their Lenten fish fries. Years would go by before we would see each other again- but always old home week when...

Thank you for all of your service and your tireless dedication to public service. You will always be remembered and appreciated. Sincerest condolences to your family.

Laurence was a loving friend. I feel so very lucky to have had him in my life. May his family find some solace in their memories and in the legacy he leaves behind.

I knew Laurence back in our Scouting years & he also went to St Ignatius couple years behind me. I know my Father (who attended many a campout with him) always was thrilled/proud when he appeared on TV with his erudite analysis I would see him at the Ignatius golf outings & think we've come a long way since our Scouting days. God Bless you Brother