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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