The commemorations will begin on Monday, July 29, with a lying-in-state in Houston's city hall rotunda, followed by additional viewings and services in the city.
Thursday, July 25, 2024 9:37PMThe City of Houston will celebrate late Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee with a series of remembrance events next week.READ RELATED:The commemorations will begin on Monday, July 29, with a lying-in-state in Houston's city hall rotunda from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.
On Wednesday, Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church will hold a viewing from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., immediately followed by a community and farewell appreciation service from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m.Services and tributes will be live-streamed. Tuesday, July 30, 2024 - 4:00-8:00 p.m. "Viewing & Remembrance" at God's Grace Community Church 9944 W. Montgomery Road, Houston, TX 77088
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