A house RESOLUTION

TO REMEMBER AND CELEBRATE THE LIFE OF Billy Gene Arflin OF ANDERSON COUNTY AND TO HONOR HIS REMARKABLE COMMITMENT AND SERVICE TO His COUNTRY DURING THE vIETNAM WAR.

Whereas, born in Anderson on September 3, 1949, he was a son of Helen L. Arflin and the late Wilbur L. Arflin and was reared in a loving home with his brother, Bobby. He attended Anderson College and Tri-County Technical College; and

Whereas, in the proud tradition of the sons of South Carolina, he was a veteran of the United States Army and served his country with distinction during the Vietnam War. For his meritorious service, he received the Combat Infantry Badge, the Vietnam Service Medal, the Vietnam Campaign Medal, the Army Commendation Medal, and the Bronze Star; and

Whereas, a member of Northside Baptist Church, he was devoted to his family: his beloved wife of fifty-three years, Helen Crowe Arflin, and his fine sons, Blake Arflin and Brandon Arflin. He was especially blessed with the affection of his loving grandsons, Bryson and Peyton Arflin; and

Whereas, Mr. Arflin was retired from his work in research and development with BASF and Shaw Industries, and he passed away on June 18, 2022, at the age of seventy-two. He always enjoyed helping others, and he really enjoyed antique cars; and

Whereas, the South Carolina House of Representatives is grateful for the life and legacy of Billy Arflin and for the example of sacrifice and kindness he set for all who knew him, 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 Billy Gene Arflin of Anderson County and honor his remarkable commitment and service to his country during the Vietnam War.

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

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