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09/29/2025

Over half our membership are members of the Illinois Education Association. They greatly benefited from Al Llorens’ dedication to improving public education across the state and his tireless advocacy for all who worked in our schools. IMRF Employee Trustees Natalie Copper and Jason Isaac are both proud IEA members.

“While advocating for policies that support students and teachers, Al always looked out for educational professionals and support staff, and fought for their retirement security,” said IMRF Executive Director Brian Collins. “His passion and vision for our students, teachers, and educational professionals will always be remembered by those who had the privilege of working with him.”

More information: https://www.imrf.org/en/news/2025/09-september/IEA-President-Albert-Llorens-Memorial

It is with great sadness that we share IEA President Al Llorens, our steadfast leader, has passed away at 73.

Al, who spent more than 30 years as a high school math teacher and head girls’ track and cross-country coach at Thornridge High School, had been an IEA member since 1985. Prior to that, he taught fourth-grade phonics and middle school reading in Champaign, and as a math and science teacher in Kankakee and Chicago.

He married the love of his life, Wanda, in 2018. He was the father of three children and two stepchildren.

Always leading with empathy, Al will be remembered for his kindness, his passion for public education and unions, his ability to put what’s best for students first, his dedication to the members of IEA and his devotion to his wife, Wanda.

Al always referred to Reg Weaver, IEA president from 1981 to 1987 and former NEA president, as his mentor. Reg said he will miss Llorens and all he brought to his lifelong work.

“Al Llorens was a true friend and a man of the people. He believed strongly in public education and fought diligently for union members, their students, families and the community. Al believed in the power of sports and was an excellent coach. He will be deeply missed.”

More tributes to IEA President Al Llorens from his friends and colleagues can be found in our press release: ieanea.link/IEAPresidentAlLlorens

06/12/2025

RETIREES:
Have you signed up for one of our upcoming workshops? Join IMRF and the University of Illinois Extension to learn about managing stress and the secret to successful aging. Retiree workshops are FREE but registration is required. There are two identical sessions offered for each workshop.
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05/14/2025

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03/11/2025

A common question we get is…I’m locked out of my account – how do I get back in?

If you are trying to sign in to your account and you get locked out, click the “Forgot your Password?” link. Follow the prompts to access your account. If you are still locked out after following the “Forgot your Password?” prompts, you will need to contact IMRF.

12/16/2024

Tis the season! We are excited to announce that IMRF staff donated 150+ toys to the Toys for Tots Program! The mission of the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation is to collect new, unwrapped toys and distribute those toys to less fortunate children at Christmas.

02/01/2024

EMPLOYERS: Register today for IMRF's Authorized Agent Workshop Webinars! There are two parts - each is 90 minutes. Part 1 is on February 14 at 9AM and part 2 is on February 28 at 9AM.

View description, schedule, registration and materials for IMRF's Authorized Agent Webinars.

01/22/2024

Due to the weather forecast, IMRF’s office in Springfield will be closed today. IMRF Springfield staff will work remotely. You can still contact IMRF through secure Member Access and Employer Access. Members can call us as at 1-800-ASK-IMRF, and employers can reach us at our employer-only phone number.

01/19/2024

The IMRF web site will be down for maintenance on Sunday, January 21 between 7:30AM - 12:30PM. We apologize for any inconvenience. Have a great weekend!

01/18/2024

RETIREES:
It's tax time! Your 1099-R is now available in Member Access. This form is important for filing your 2023 taxes.

IMRF retirees can now access their 1099-R for 2023 in Member Access.

01/11/2024

Due to the weather forecast, IMRF’s office in Oak Brook will close at noon on Friday, January 12. Our staff will work remotely. You can still contact IMRF through secure Member Access and Employer Access. Members can call us as at 1-800-ASK-IMRF, and employers can reach us at our employer-only phone number.

01/11/2024

Are you retiring within 5 years?
IMRF's Pre-Retirement Workshop webinar is available online, on-demand on the IMRF website. ☀️ View the webinar when it is convenient for you!

View description, schedule, registration and materials for IMRF's Pre-Retirement Webinar Workshops exclusively for members.