A house RESOLUTION

 

TO CONGRATULATE MARY ELIZABETH MARTIN EMBLER ON THE OCCASION OF HER 100TH BIRTHDAY AND TO WISH HER A JOYOUS BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION AND MUCH HAPPINESS IN THE DAYS AHEAD.

 

Whereas, on April 1, 2025, Mary Elizabeth Martin Embler will awaken to the celebration of a milestone event: her 100th birthday; and

 

Whereas, born on April 1, 1925, in the first quarter of the twentieth century, native South Carolinian Mary Embler has witnessed the many remarkable social changes, technological advancements, and international developments that have spanned the globe from that time into the first quarter of the twenty-first century. Although she was born on April Fool's Day, Mary is no fool; in fact, this charming Southern lady is known for her razor-sharp mind, and she always has been a "people person," relishing time spent with family and friends, who help keep her young at heart; and

 

Whereas, while the young Mary was living in Clinton, she met and married William H. Embler, then a student at Presbyterian College. The Lord blessed their union with two delightful children, son William Martin Embler and daughter Diane Embler Harbin, and in the fullness of time the Embler children gave their parents the joy of two grandchildren, six great-grandchildren, and eight great-great-grandchildren, who love their "Mama Mae." (Mary to the rest of us!) Mary and her William enjoyed a marriage of more than seventy-two years before his passing; and

 

Whereas, the talented Mary, an Anderson beautician for many years, enjoyed an enviable reputation in that city for keeping its women properly coiffed. During her working years, she formed many lasting friendships among her clients; and

 

Whereas, in addition, Mary has always loved her home and yard and taken great pride in her flower gardens. Even today, neighbors might see her with a hedge trimmer in her hands; and

 

Whereas, as a woman of faith, Mary Embler finds her spiritual home at Pope Drive Baptist Church in Anderson, where she serves the Lord as a devoted member. She is quick to tell anyone that God has richly blessed her throughout her life; and

 

Whereas, to honor her at this very special time in her life, family and friends will join with Mary to celebrate her centennial birthday on Saturday, March 29, 2025, at Enoree Baptist Church in Travelers Rest; and

 

Whereas, it is a great pleasure to honor this daughter of South Carolina at the celebration of her 100th birthday, and it is a further pleasure to join with her family and friends in congratulating her on reaching this important life milestone. Now, therefore,

 

Be it resolved by the House of Representatives:

 

That the members of the South Carolina House of Representatives, by this resolution, congratulate Mary Elizabeth Martin Embler on the occasion of her 100th birthday and wish her a joyous birthday celebration and much happiness in the days ahead.

 

Be it further resolved that a copy of this resolution be presented to Mary Elizabeth Martin Embler.

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