Senate Resolution No. 665 honors the 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 a devoted mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, cherishing time spent with her family and enjoying hobbies such as watching Western movies and assembling jigsaw puzzles.
The resolution expresses heartfelt condolences to Frances Lemons' family, including her daughter Rhonda, her grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, as well as her siblings. It acknowledges her warmth, compassion, and generosity, which left a lasting impact on those who knew her. The Texas Senate officially adopted the resolution on May 31, 2025, and it calls for an official copy to be prepared for her family, ensuring that her memory is honored as the Senate adjourns in her remembrance.