A house RESOLUTION

 

to express the profound sorrow of the south caroLina house of representatives upon the passing of Gregory George Anderson of Folly Beach and to extend the deepest sympathy to his family and many friends. 

 

Whereas, the members of the South Carolina House of Representatives were deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Gregory George Anderson of Folly Beach on March 13, 2026, at the venerable age of seventy-eight; and

 

Whereas, Greg Anderson was born in 1947, the son of the late Andy and Barbara Anderson. As a child, Greg contracted polio, having been born before a vaccine was available. Despite the challenges it presented, he demonstrated remarkable strength, resilience, and determination, refusing to allow adversity to limit his life; and

 

Whereas, after the loss of his father at age seventeen and his brother Wayne nine years later, Greg developed a profound appreciation for the fleeting nature of life and embraced each moment fully. His passion for the sea led him to leave the corporate world and pursue a distinguished career as a yacht captain and maritime professional. After meeting his wife, Dr. Donna D. Johnson, he chose to remain ashore, and went on to manage a marina in San Diego, serving the mega-yacht community; and

 

Whereas, Greg was a devoted and loving husband who wholeheartedly supported his wife's distinguished career in academic medicine, serving as her greatest champion and steadfast source of encouragement; and

 

Whereas, Gregory Anderson was deeply committed to community service, founding the "Little Race for Little People" in San Diego to support families with newborns in neonatal intensive care, and contributing meaningfully to the development of the local maritime industry; and

 

Whereas, after relocating to South Carolina, he faithfully served on the Folly Beach Planning Commission, working diligently to preserve the character of the community, and served as president of Charleston Oceanfront Villas for more than twenty-five years; and

 

Whereas, he was a devoted husband to Dr. Donna D. Johnson, a beloved brother and closest friend to Micheal Anderson, and a cherished member of a large and loving extended family, including sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, and great-nieces and nephews, each of whom he held dear. He was also devoted to his loyal canine companion, Connor, who was always at his side; and

 

Whereas, he will be remembered not for accolades, but for his adventurous spirit, kindness, gift for storytelling, love of family, and dedication to mentoring the next generation. Now, therefore,

 

Be it resolved by the House of Representatives:

 

That the members of the South Carolina House of Representatives, by this resolution, express their profound sorrow upon the passing of Gregory George Anderson of Folly Beach and extend the deepest sympathy to his family and many friends.

 

Be it further resolved that a copy of this resolution be presented to the family.

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