Senate Resolution No. 146 honors the life and memory of John Lee Ussery, who passed away on December 5, 2024, at the age of 63. Born in Gladewater, Texas, he was the son of Billy Van Ussery and Marilyn LeGrace Williams Ussery. John was a talented musician and dedicated educator, earning degrees from Kilgore College and Baylor University. He enjoyed a successful career as a certified public accountant and real estate broker, while also being actively involved in his community through various roles, including treasurer of the Republican Party of Upshur County and a member of the Gladewater City Council. He was a devoted member of the First Baptist Church Tyler, where he taught Sunday school for nearly 40 years.

The resolution expresses deep sympathy to John Ussery's family, including his wife Carol, mother Marilyn, sister Carla, and her family, as well as his stepsons and their children. It acknowledges the profound impact he had on those around him and the legacy he leaves behind. The Texas Senate adopted this resolution on February 26, 2025, and it calls for an official copy to be prepared for his family, ensuring that the Senate adjourns in his memory.