The resolution honors the life and legacy of Willie Belle Mollett Boone, a respected civic leader from Houston who passed away on July 15, 2025, at the age of 93. Born in Beaumont on May 22, 1932, she was a dedicated community advocate, particularly in the Sunnyside neighborhood, where she actively engaged in the Democratic Party and held various leadership roles, including precinct chair and election judge. Throughout her life, Mrs. Boone was committed to promoting civic engagement in underrepresented areas and founded the Southeast Precinct Judges Council. She also had a long career with Praxair and contributed her time to numerous organizations, including the Top Ladies of Distinction and the National Council of Negro Women.
The resolution expresses condolences to her family and friends while celebrating her contributions to the community and her inspiring life. It acknowledges her dedication to public service, her role as a mother and grandmother, and her faith as a member of the Windsor Village United Methodist Church. The Texas Senate resolves to pay tribute to her memory and ensure that an official copy of the resolution is prepared for her family, concluding with the Senate's adjournment in her honor.