The Texas Senate has passed a resolution honoring the life and memory of Frances Joyce Lemons, who passed away on May 10, 2025, at the age of 77. Born on June 11, 1947, in Houston, Frances was the daughter of Cullen Chester Wheeler and Coye Dunham Wheeler. She grew up in a large family with six siblings and was a member of the Quitman High School Class of 1965. Frances dedicated over four decades to a career in health care, primarily as a certified nursing assistant at Quitman Nursing Home, and later as a medication aide providing in-home care. She retired in 2012 and was known for her love of family, particularly her daughter Rhonda, four grandchildren, and eight great-grandchildren.

The resolution expresses deep condolences to Frances Lemons' family, including her daughter, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and siblings. It highlights her warmth, compassion, and generosity, which left a lasting impact on those who knew her. The Senate resolution concludes with a commitment to prepare an official copy for her family and to adjourn in her memory, ensuring that her legacy is honored and remembered.