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TO COMMEND THE HONORABLE B.R. SKELTON FOR HIS COMMITTED SERVICE TO THE SOUTH CAROLINA HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES AND THE CITIZENS OF DISTRICT 3 IN PICKENS COUNTY AND TO WISH HIM CONTENTMENT AND SUCCESS IN ALL HIS FUTURE ENDEAVORS.
Whereas, for twelve years, the Honorable B.R. Skelton has represented the citizens of House District 3 in Pickens County with faithfulness in the House of Representatives of this great State; and
Whereas, an arbitrator/mediator, residential contractor, real estate broker, and Clemson University professor emeritus of economics, B.R. Skelton earned his bachelor's degree at Clemson University in 1956 and his master's degree in 1958 at the same institution, followed by a doctorate from Duke University in 1964; and
Whereas, during his years in the House of Representatives, B.R. Skelton has proven his worth as a member of the Ways and Means Committee; and
Whereas, Representative Skelton firmly believes in active participation in the community and has demonstrated that conviction through many years of civic and public service. Past positions include service as a member of Clemson City Council (1971-1974), Pickens County Planning Commission (1980s), and Pickens County Economic Development Alliance (1996-2002). He has also served as chair of the Pickens County Transportation "C" Fund Commission (1995-2002); and
Whereas, as a proud husband and father, he finds his beloved wife, the former Vickie Lynn Roach, and his four children, Ginger, Dana, Will, and John, a blessing. He draws his strength from their strong support; and
Whereas, on the occasion of his departure from the House of Representatives, his House colleagues, grateful for B.R. Skelton's dedicated service to this body and the people of District 3, extend heartiest good wishes for much fulfillment in the new challenges he looks forward to in the days ahead. Now, therefore,
Be it resolved by the House of Representatives:
That the members of the South Carolina House of Representatives, by this resolution, commend the Honorable B.R. Skelton for his committed service to the South Carolina House of Representatives and the citizens of District 3 in Pickens County and wish him contentment and success in all his future endeavors.
Be it further resolved that a copy of this resolution be presented to our distinguished colleague, the Honorable B.R. Skelton.
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