The resolution honors the life of Nelma Jean Speed Bonner, who passed away on July 24, 2025, at the age of 95. Born on February 22, 1930, in the Ward Prairie community, she was the daughter of Clarence and Jessie Pearl Renfro Speed and grew up alongside her siblings. Jean received her education in a one-room schoolhouse and later graduated from Sunset High School in Dallas County. She was married to Jim Billie Bonner Jr. and was a devoted mother to their two sons, Buck and Biff, as well as a loving grandmother and great-grandmother.

The resolution acknowledges Mrs. Bonner's deep faith and her active role in the Ward Prairie Baptist Church, where she taught Sunday school and hosted church families for meals. While her passing brings sorrow to her loved ones, the resolution expresses admiration for her life and contributions. It extends heartfelt condolences to her family and friends, specifically mentioning her son, granddaughter, and great-grandson, and concludes with a request for an official copy of the resolution to be prepared for her family, as well as a moment of remembrance in the Texas House of Representatives.