A concurrent RESOLUTION

 

TO CONGRATULATE Gail Gingrey FOR HER fifty years OF DEDICATED SERVICE As a Realtor in south carolina AND TO WISH HER MUCH HAPPINESS AND FULFILLMENT IN THE YEARS AHEAD.

 

Whereas, the members of the South Carolina General Assembly are pleased to recognize longtime Aiken realtor and businesswoman, Gail Gingrey, upon the occasion of her completion of fifty years as a realtor in 2026; and

 

Whereas, a native of Johnston in Edgefield County, Mrs. Gingrey moved to Aiken in 1972, where she began her career in real estate in 1976; and

 

Whereas, a true industry trailblazer, Mrs. Gingrey made history in 1985 by co-founding The Real Estate Shoppe, the first all-women-run real estate business in the State of South Carolina and the largest all-woman-owned agency in the Palmetto State; and

 

Whereas, Gail Gingrey currently leads a premier team at Meybohm Real Estate in downtown Aiken alongside Bethanne Farrell and her grandson, Daniel Leonardi. Renowned for her integrity and proactive communication, she remains a dedicated advocate for her clients and extended network of family and friends; and

 

Whereas, a devout Christian, she is a member of Cedar Creek Baptist Church; and

 

Whereas, Gail Gingrey is married to her husband, Bill, and together, they have two children, five grandchildren, and six great-grandchildren; and

 

Whereas, in her free time, she enjoys spending time with her family, cheering for the Clemson Tigers, and advocating for the growth of her community; and

 

Whereas, the members of the South Carolina General Assembly appreciate the passion and dedication that Gail Gingrey has shown in serving the people and the State of South Carolina.  Now, therefore,

 

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

 

That the members of the South Carolina General Assembly, by this resolution, congratulate Gail Gingrey for her fifty years of service as a realtor in South Carolina and wish her much 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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