Senate Resolution No. 251 honors the life and legacy of John Lawrence Wilborn Sr., who passed away on February 1, 2025, at the age of 92. Born in Marshall, Texas, on June 9, 1932, he was a dedicated educator and public servant. Wilborn graduated from H.B. Pemberton High School and earned degrees from Wiley University and Texas Southern University. He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War and had a notable career in education, retiring as deputy principal at Sam Houston Middle School after nearly three decades of teaching and eight years in administration. Additionally, he served on the Marshall city council for 24 years and was the second African American mayor of Marshall, where he worked towards integrating administrative positions in local government.

The resolution expresses condolences to Wilborn's family and friends, acknowledging the profound impact he had on his community and the memories he leaves behind. It also calls for an official copy of the resolution to be prepared for his family and states that the Texas Senate will adjourn in his memory. The resolution was adopted by the Senate on March 13, 2025.