Johnathan Wall Jr.’s mom has died. She passed away on Thursday, December 12, 2019 at the age of 58, the team said Friday.
Frances Pulley cause of death: she had battled breast cancer for awhile and has finally taken a rest from the courageous fight.
“God don’t make no mistakes,” Wall said in February. “I can’t wonder why He did this, probably it’s a good time to spend with my mom while she’s battling this cancer and be there for her, and also be there for my son.”
Friends, families and concerned individuals are paying tribute to late Frances on social media.
Heartbroken for @JohnWall. His beloved mother, Frances Pulley, passed away after a long and courageous battle with cancer. The job she did raising John into the man he is today — incredible. Everything John is today — humble, a servant leader, a man of God — he got from her.
Heartbroken for @JohnWall. His beloved mother, Frances Pulley, passed away after a long and courageous battle with cancer. The job she did raising John into the man he is today — incredible. Everything John is today — humble, a servant leader, a man of God — he got from her.
— John Calipari (@UKCoachCalipari) December 13, 2019
Sending thoughts and love for John Wall and his family after the passing of his mother, Frances Pulley. She will forever be a part of our #DCFamily. pic.twitter.com/AKmrO07a1V
— Washington Wizards (@WashWizards) December 13, 2019