A senate RESOLUTION

 

TO CONGRATULATE Marion Milhouse UPON THE OCCASION OF HIS RETIREMENT, TO COMMEND HIM FOR HIS thirty-one YEARS OF DEDICATED SERVICE, AND TO WISH HIM MUCH HAPPINESS AND FULFILLMENT IN THE YEARS AHEAD.

 

Whereas, the members of the South Carolina Senate are pleased to recognize Marion Milhouse upon the occasion of his retirement from the Salley Town Council; and

 

Whereas, a native of Salley, Mr. Milhouse was born in 1940. He always puts the needs of others first and is loyal to the stewardship and improvement of his hometown; and

 

Whereas, Mr. Milhouse began his career in public service in 1992 when he was elected to the Salley Town Council, a position he has held for an impressive thirty-one years. His tenure on the council was marked by tireless efforts to improve the lives of Salley's residents. He championed the role of street commissioner, ensuring the streets would stay immaculate; and

 

Whereas, each year, rising early on the Saturday after Thanksgiving, Mr. Milhouse enjoyed preparing and cooking chitlins for the town's annual festival, The Chitlin Strut. He cherished this time of year and the chance to meet people who had traveled from near and far to enjoy the place he calls home; and

 

Whereas, Mr. Milhouse's dedication to the community extends beyond his role as a council member. He actively participates in local charities, organizes community events, and provides support to countless families in need. His warm, compassionate nature and strong sense of duty makes him a beloved figure in Salley; and

 

Whereas, a devout Christian, he is a member of Sardis Missionary Baptist Church, where he has served as a deacon for more than forty years; and

 

Whereas, Mr. Milhouse is married to his high school sweetheart, Mary D. Milhouse, and together they have three beautiful daughters, an adopted son, and two amazing grandchildren; and

 

Whereas, as Mr. Milhouse retires, he would like to be remembered for his legacy as a community leader and his contributions to making Salley a better place to live for generations to come; and

 

Whereas, the passion and dedication that Mr. Milhouse has shown in serving the people and the State of South Carolina is greatly appreciated.  Now, therefore,

 

Be it resolved by the Senate:

 

That the members of the South Carolina Senate, by this resolution, hereby congratulate Marion Milhouse upon the occasion of his retirement, commend him for his thirty-one years of dedicated service, and wish him much happiness and fulfillment in the years ahead.

 

Be it further resolved that a copy of this resolution be presented to Marion Milhouse.

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