H 4994

South Carolina General Assembly
126th Session, 2025-2026
Bill 4994
Indicates Matter Stricken
Indicates New Matter
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A house RESOLUTION
to congratulate Gail Gingrey upon the occasion of
her fifty years of dedicated service as a realtor in south carolina and to wish
her continued happiness and fulfillment in the years ahead.
Whereas, the members of
the South Carolina House of Representatives are pleased to recognize longtime
Aiken Realtor and businesswoman, Gail Gingrey, upon the occasion of her
completion of fifty years of service in the real estate profession in 2026; and
Whereas, a native of
Johnston in Edgefield County, Gail Gingrey was raised on her family's farm,
where her father cultivated approximately 1,200 acres of land, including cattle
operations and peach orchards, instilling in her the values of hard work and
perseverance; and
Whereas, Mrs. Gingrey
moved to Aiken in 1972 and began her distinguished real estate career in 1976,
building a reputation for professionalism, integrity, and excellence that has
endured for five decades; and
Whereas, a true
trailblazer in the industry, Mrs. Gingrey made history in 1985 by co-founding
the Real Estate Shoppe, the first all-women-owned and operated real estate firm
in South Carolina and the largest agency of its kind in the Palmetto State; and
Whereas, Mrs. Gingrey
currently leads a premier real estate team at Meybohm Real Estate in downtown
Aiken, working alongside Bethanne Farrell and one of Gingrey's grandsons,
Daniel Leonardi, and is widely respected for her integrity, proactive
communication, and unwavering commitment to her clients, family, and community;
and
Whereas, a devout
Christian, she is an active member of Cedar Creek Baptist Church; and
Whereas, Gail has been married
to the love of her life, Bill, for more than sixty years, and together they are
the proud parents of two children, grandparents of five grandchildren, and
great-grandparents of six great-grandchildren; and
Whereas, in her leisure
time, she enjoys spending time with her family, cheering for the Clemson
Tigers, and advocating for the continued growth and prosperity of her
community; and
Whereas, the members of
the South Carolina House of Representatives appreciate the passion, leadership,
and dedication that Gail Gingrey has shown in serving the citizens and the
State of South Carolina. Now, therefore,
Be it resolved by the House of Representatives:
That the members of the
South Carolina House of Representatives,
by this resolution, congratulate Gail Gingrey upon the occasion of her fifty
years of dedicated service as a Realtor in South Carolina and wish her continued
happiness and fulfillment in the years ahead.
Be it further resolved
that a copy of this resolution be presented to Gail Gingrey.
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