Senate Resolution No. 669 honors the life and legacy of Dorothy Jean Thornton Keasler, who passed away on April 23, 2025, at the age of 96. Born on November 3, 1928, Dorothy was an accomplished educator, having earned a degree in education from East Texas Baptist College and serving as an English teacher in the Hallsville Independent School District. She was also a dedicated member of the First Baptist Church in Hallsville, where she taught Sunday school and actively participated in her faith community. Dorothy was married to Sydney J. Keasler II for 63 years, and together they raised three children and welcomed numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren into their family.

The resolution expresses heartfelt condolences to Dorothy's family, including her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, as well as her sister and other relatives and friends. It acknowledges her contributions to her community, her love for travel, and her ability to inspire others through her faith and personal testimony. The Texas Senate officially adopted the resolution on June 1, 2025, and it concludes with a request for an official copy to be prepared for her family, ensuring that her memory is honored as the Senate adjourns.