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TO REMEMBER AND CELEBRATE THE LIFE OF SHEILA CATHERINE GALLAGHER OF RICHLAND COUNTY, AND TO EXTEND DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO HER LOVING FAMILY AND FRIENDS.
Whereas, the members of the South Carolina House of Representatives were saddened to learn of the death of Sheila Gallagher at the age of sixty-four; and
Whereas, born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on June 27, 1952, to Francis John and Helen "Honey" Griffin, Sheila graduated from McClenaghan High School in Florence. Upon graduation, she attended Francis Marion University and graduated from Winthrop University. She went on to earn three masters degrees at the University of South Carolina, the University of North Carolina Greensboro, and Winthrop University; and
Whereas, Sheila taught in Florence School District One for thirty-four years at McClenaghan High School, Wilson High School, and Williams Middle School; and
Whereas, a dedicated member of Our Lady of the Hills Catholic Church in Columbia, Sheila served in several capacities including as a religious education teacher and on the Parish Council; and
Whereas, additionally, Sheila dedicated herself to the betterment of the community by offering her services working in the "Food Pantry" in Florence. She was also a proud member of the League of Women Voters of South Carolina, the Democratic Party, and the South Carolina Education Association, where she served in various offices including president. In addition to these, she has been a member of the Florence County Education Association, the Silver Hair Legislature, and the State Retirees Association of South Carolina; and
Whereas, the members of the South Carolina House of Representatives are grateful for the life and legacy of Sheila Gallagher and for the example of sacrifice and kindness she set for all who knew her. Now, therefore,
Be it resolved by the House of Representatives:
That the members of the South Carolina House of Representatives, by this resolution, remember and celebrate the life of Sheila Catherine Gallagher of Richland County, and extend deepest sympathy to her loving family and friends.
Be it further resolved that a copy of this resolution be presented to the family of Sheila Catherine Gallagher.
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