South Carolina H 5024: Sympathy for Martin Alphin

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2025-2026 Bill 5024 Text of Previous Version (Jan. 28, 2026) - South Carolina Legislature Online 

South Carolina General Assembly
126th Session, 2025-2026

Bill 5024

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A house RESOLUTION

to express the profound sorrow of the members of the 
South Carolina house of representatives upon the passing of Martin Alphin of Richland 
county and to extend their deepest sympathy to his loving family and many 
friends. 

Whereas, the members of 
the South Carolina House of Representatives were deeply saddened to learn of the 
passing of Martin Alphin at the age of seventy-four on Monday, January 26, 2026; 
and

Whereas, born on November 
1, 1951, in Kinston, North Carolina, Martin was a graduate of the University of 
Alabama and a man of faith, integrity, and unwavering commitment; and

Whereas, as a devoted father, 
he sacrificed tirelessly to ensure his sons had every opportunity to succeed. He 
often began his workday before sunrise and returned home in time for family 
dinner, and he rarely missed his sons' sporting events. Whether attending a 
swim meet, soccer match, baseball game, or golf tournament, he was always 
present, offering steadfast love and support; and

Whereas, at the age of nineteen, 
Martin was critically injured in a motorcycle accident that nearly claimed his 
life. Despite life-altering injuries, the accident never defined him. He went 
on to work in commercial construction project management for more than forty 
years, contributing to projects ranging from major urban office buildings to fine 
dining establishments across the Southeast. His work left a lasting imprint on 
downtown landscapes in cities, including Charlotte, Raleigh, Richmond, and Clarksville, 
Tennessee, the birthplace of his sons. Known for his meticulous attention to 
detail, he was widely respected and sought after for his expertise in cost 
estimation on large-scale projects; and 

Whereas, the South 
Carolina House of Representatives is grateful for the life, legacy, and example 
of Martin Alphin, a man of sharp intellect, quick wit, and understated humor, 
whose character and dedication enriched the lives of all who were privileged to 
know him. Now, therefore,

Be it resolved by the House of Representatives:

That the members of the 
South Carolina House of Representatives, 
by this resolution, express their profound sorrow upon the passing of Martin 
Alphin of Richland County and extend their deepest sympathy to his loving 
family and many friends. 

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

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