South Carolina H 5234: Cherry Thompson, sympathy

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2025-2026 Bill 5234 Text of Previous Version (Feb. 24, 2026) - South Carolina Legislature Online 

South Carolina General Assembly
126th Session, 2025-2026

Bill 5234

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A house RESOLUTION

TO REMEMBER AND HONOR THE LIFE OF 
CHERRY LEWIS THOMPSON OF CONWAY AND TO EXPRESS THE DEEPEST SYMPATHY OF THE 
MEMBERS OF THE SOUTH CAROLINA HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TO HER FAMILY AND 
FRIENDS UPON HER PASSING.

Whereas, the members of the South Carolina House of Representatives 
learned with deep sorrow of the passing of Cherry Lewis Thompson, age seventy-five, 
of Conway, who entered into eternal rest on Sunday, December 14, 2025; and

Whereas, born in Conway, Cherry Lewis Thompson was the beloved 
daughter of the late Odell Bunion Lewis and Edith Demaris Cherry Lewis, and she 
lived her life grounded in faith, family, and service to her community; and

Whereas, Mrs. Thompson was a devoted woman of faith and a member of 
First United Methodist Church in Conway, and she also attended Poplar Community 
Church, where she found strength, fellowship, and opportunities to serve 
others; and

Whereas, prior to her retirement, she served the people of South 
Carolina through her employment with the South Carolina Department of Social 
Services, where her compassion and dedication positively impacted countless 
lives; and

Whereas, she shared a loving marriage with her husband, Horry County 
Sheriff Phillip E. Thompson of Conway, and together they built a family rooted 
in love, commitment, and mutual support; and

Whereas, Mrs. Thompson was a devoted mother to her three sons, Scott 
Thompson (Michelle), Christopher John Thompson (Crystal), and Bradley Thompson, 
all of Conway, and she took great pride in their lives and accomplishments; and

Whereas, she was a cherished grandmother to six grandchildren, 
Brandon Thompson (Landi), Blake Thompson, Nathan Thompson (Olivia), Jenna 
Cherry Thompson, Connor Thompson, and Lyndsay Thompson, and a beloved great-grandmother 
to Tucker Harvey Thompson, all of whom brought her great joy; and

Whereas, she is survived by these family members and also by her 
sister, Lynette Leventis (Peter) of Columbia; her brothers, Edward Lewis of 
Hemingway, Robert Lewis (Gigi) of Columbia, and Charles Lewis of Murrells 
Inlet; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins, who will forever remember her 
kindness and grace; and

Whereas, Cherry Lewis Thompson will be remembered as a faithful 
servant; a devoted public employee; and a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and 
great-grandmother whose life enriched her family and community. 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 honor the life of 
Cherry Lewis Thompson of Conway and express their deepest sympathy to her 
family and friends upon her passing.

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

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