HJR114 Summary

• Commemorates the life and legacy of Alabama House Representative Lesley Vance, who died on November 3, 2015, after serving continuously for 21 years.

• Vance was born October 23, 1939, and worked 58 years in the funeral service industry, owning Vance Memorial Chapel and Vance Brooks Funeral Home.

• Served as Russell County Coroner for 27 years on 24/7 call basis, Russell County Commission for two years, and in the House where he chaired the Banking and Insurance Committee.

• Advocated for constituent projects including Highway 431 South four-lane project, 5th Avenue Extension, and Riverchase exits on Highway 80.

• Survived by wife Patricia "Pat" Vance, two daughters, one son, three sisters, two brothers, and five grandchildren.