A concurrent RESOLUTION

 

to request the department of transportation name the portion of United States Highway 521 in Clarendon County from its intersection with Hill Street traveling north to the Manning City Limit "David Arnold McCabe Sr. Memorial Highway" and erect appropriate signs or markers at this location containing these words.

 

Whereas, a cherished pillar of the Manning community, David Arnold McCabe Sr.'s friendly demeanor, kindness, and passionate spirit touched all who knew him; and

 

Whereas, born in Sumter on October 23, 1946, to the late Edward Earl and Jessie Laura Spigner McCabe, his life was marked by his steadfast commitment to service and the betterment of his community. He proudly served his country as a member of the South Carolina National Guard. After his distinguished military service, McCabe embarked on a career as a skilled tool and die maker at Federal Mogul, a global supplier of powertrain and safety technology. Here, he was respected for his meticulous work and collaborative nature; and

 

Whereas, it was in the realm of barbecue that McCabe truly made his mark. Along with his brothers, he cofounded McCabe's BBQ, a family run establishment that quickly became a culinary landmark. He was especially proud when the restaurant garnered accolades that included features in such magazines as Southern Living, Garden and Gun, and SC Midlands BBQ Trail. He saw these not as personal triumphs, but as victories for all of Clarendon County; and

 

Whereas, when his brothers retired, he welcomed the opportunity to work alongside his son and daughter, continuing the family legacy and ensuring the business would thrive. His role as a mentor and leader was as natural to him as his ability to create mouthwatering barbecue; and

 

Whereas, beyond his professional endeavors, McCabe's faith and community involvement were cornerstones of his life.  He was a devout member of Clarendon Baptist Church for more than seventy years serving as a deacon, providing guidance and support to fellow congregants, and embodying the very essence of servant leadership; and

 

Whereas, he also was a proud member of the Clarendon County Gideons, an organization committed to distributing Bibles and sharing the Christian faith. His involvement with the Gideons was not merely a duty, but a heartfelt mission, as he believed in the power of the Word to bring hope and comfort to people everywhere; and

 

Whereas, he was a devoted husband to Mary Frances Beard McCabe, his wife of fifty-six years, a loving father to their children David Arnold McCabe Jr. and Lindy McCabe Morris, and he doted on his three grandchildren; and

 

Whereas, McCabe passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 6, 2023, surrounded by his loving family. Those who knew him remember his warm smile and generous heart. His ability to forge genuine connections with people from all walks of life was one of his most remarkable qualities; and

 

Whereas, passion for his work, his family, and his faith created a legacy that will be fondly remembered and deeply missed by those who had the privilege to know David Arnold McCabe Sr. It is only fitting and proper that he also is honored with a portion of highway in his beloved City of Manning named in his memory. Now, therefore,

 

Be it resolved by the House of Representatives, the Senate concurring:

 

That the members of the South Carolina General Assembly, by this resolution, request the Department of Transportation name the portion of United States Highway 521 in Clarendon County from its intersection with Hill Street traveling north to the Manning city limit "David Arnold McCabe Sr. Memorial Highway" and erect appropriate signs or markers at this location containing these words.

 

Be it further resolved that a copy of this resolution be forwarded to the Department of Transportation.

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