South Carolina S 876: Newberry Academy Girls Volleyball Team

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2025-2026 Bill 876 Text of Previous Version (Feb. 03, 2026) - South Carolina Legislature Online 

South Carolina General Assembly
126th Session, 2025-2026

Bill 876

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A senate RESOLUTION

TO EXPRESS PROFOUND SORROW UPON THE PASSING OF Naomi 
Dye Cannady AND TO EXTEND THE DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO HER FAMILY AND MANY FRIENDS.

Whereas, the members of 
the South Carolina Senate were deeply saddened to learn of the death of Naomi 
Dye Cannady on February 1, 2026; and

Whereas, a native of Bordeaux, 
Naomi Cannady, known affectionately as Mother Cannady, was born on January 28, 
1930. She attended Blue Branch Grammar School and later Mims High School, and graduated 
from McCormick High School in 1974, demonstrating perseverance and a lifelong 
dedication to learning; and

Whereas, Mother Cannady 
was a lifelong resident of McCormick County, and her life was rooted in service 
to others, particularly in advancing literacy, education, housing stability, 
and opportunity for families and children. She founded and supported literacy 
initiatives such as "Each One Teach One," worked with Clemson Extension 
programs, volunteered with 4-H Clubs, served as a VISTA volunteer, supported 
Head Start initiatives, and assisted families in locating land, securing 
financing, and building affordable homes; and

Whereas, a devout 
Christian, she was the oldest active mother of Bethlehem Church of God Holiness, 
where she was regarded as a spiritual pillar, a trusted counselor, and a living 
example of faith in action. She served as a Sunday School and Vacation Bible 
School teacher, hosted Bible study in her home, supported women's ministries, 
and mentored generations through her example until her passing; and

Whereas, Mother Cannady 
was married to Mr. James Kennedy and was the proud mother of five children, 
nurturing her family with love, discipline, and unwavering faith; and

Whereas, Mother 
Cannady's legacy lives on through the countless lives she touched, the families 
she helped stabilize, the children she educated, the faith she shared, and the 
community she strengthened through humility, service, and love. Now, 
therefore,

Be it resolved by the Senate:

That the members of the 
South Carolina Senate, by this resolution, 
express profound sorrow upon the passing of Naomi Dye Cannady and extend the 
deepest sympathy to her family and many friends.

Be it further resolved 
that a copy of this resolution be presented to the family of Naomi Dye Cannady.

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