TITLE: In memory of Elouise Jacquelyn Clark McLemore.

SUMMARY: In memory of Elouise Jacquelyn Clark McLemore.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, A full and productive life drew to a close with the passing of retired educator Elouise Jacquelyn Clark McLemore of Houston on May 20, 2017, at the age of 90; and WHEREAS, The daughter of James L. Clark Sr. and Lola Belle Robinson Clark, the former Elouise Clark was born in Sunnyside in Waller County on November 6, 1926; she graduated as valedictorian of Booker T. Washington High School in Houston and went on to complete her bachelor's degree cum laude at Prairie View A&M University; on December 21, 1947, she married her best friend, Stephen Dan "SD" McLemore, and they became the proud parents of five children, Darrizett, Allison, Jacquelyn, Stephen, and Tracey; over the years, she knew the joy of welcoming into her family six grandchildren, Chelette, Dequina, Stephen, Jimmy, Nicole, and Justice, and four great-grandchildren, Kiera, Zara, Daneea, and Stephen; and WHEREAS, Mrs. McLemore began her 45-year career in education in the Baytown public schools and later joined the Houston Independent School District; in her classroom, she was a force to be reckoned with, maintaining a calm, positive environment for learning; she was dedicated to her students and spent most of her evenings working with children to ensure that they had fully grasped mathematical concepts and would retain them; and WHEREAS, A woman of strong faith, Mrs. McLemore was a longtime member of Sheeler Memorial CME Church and gave selflessly of her time and talents in numerous capacities, including secretary of the Morning Glory Circle and the Epworth League and lead soloist in the choir; she also developed children's programs; in addition, she belonged to Metropolitan CME Church and sang in its choir; she volunteered for three decades as a member of Les Famille Social Club; and WHEREAS, Elouise McLemore will be deeply missed, but memories of her grace, generosity, warmth, and charm remain to comfort and inspire those she leaves behind; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 85th Legislature, hereby pay tribute to the life of Elouise Jacquelyn Clark McLemore and extend sincere condolences to all who mourn her passing; and, be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for her family and that when the Texas Senate adjourns this day, it do so in memory of Elouise McLemore. Miles President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on May 29, 2017, by a rising vote.