South Carolina S 229: A SENATE RESOLUTION TO CONGRATULATE THE SOUTH GREENWOOD PENTECOSTAL HOLINESS CHURCH OF GREENWOOD ON ITS ONE HUNDREDTH ANNIVERSARY AND TO COMMEND THE CHURCH FOR A CENTURY OF SERVICE TO GOD.

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2025-2026 Bill 229 Text of Previous Version (Jan. 16, 2025) - South Carolina Legislature Online 

South Carolina General Assembly
126th Session, 2025-2026

Bill 229

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A senate RESOLUTION

TO EXPRESS PROFOUND SORROW UPON THE PASSING OF 
Margaret Mildred Ellis-Larrymore 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 Margaret 
Mildred Ellis-Larrymore on January 7, 2025; and

Whereas, a native of St. 
Matthews, Mrs. Larrymore was born on November 19, 1934 to parents Elouise Ellis 
and George Stack. Her grandmother, the late Lillie Roach Ellis, raised her. She 
attended Calhoun County public schools, where her early education ignited a 
lifelong love for learning and service; and

Whereas, a woman of 
determination and grace, Mrs. Larrymore built her career with the Beach Party 
manufacturing company, where she served as a dedicated manager. Believing that 
it "takes a village to raise a child," she opened her home to communal 
child-rearing, where she nurtured dozens of children over decades; and

Whereas, a civic 
leader, Mrs. Larrymore was a spirited supporter of the Calhoun County High 
School basketball games, where her energy and pride helped establish the iconic 
chant, "Who Dat trying to beat CC High," a legacy that lives on in the hearts 
of many. As a devoted poll watcher for Calhoun County Voter Registration, she 
exemplified civic responsibilities and inspired others to do the same; and

Whereas, a devout 
Christian, she was a member of Bethel A.M.E. Church, where she served in many 
capacities, including as a trustee, member of the Gospel Choir, and director of 
the Bethel Angels Children's Choir. Her commitment to ministry reached into the 
Midlands District of the Central Conference, where she was a torchlighter for 
the Women's Missionary Society; and

Whereas, Mrs. Larrymore's 
love for music was unparalleled. She shared her God-given gifts by forming the 
Celestial Singers, a cherished quartet group that brought joy and inspiration 
to many. Alongside her daughters, Betty Bull and Alethia Gissentanner, and 
cousin, Deborah Boneparte, their harmonies reflected her soul's devotion to 
uplifting others; and

Whereas, Mrs. Larrymore 
was a pillar of faith, a servant of her community, and a true vessel of God's 
love. Her kindness, resilience, and unwavering dedication to her family and 
faith have left an indelible mark on all who had the privilege of knowing her; 
and

Whereas, Mrs. Larrymore 
was preceded in death by her late husband, Clarence Larrymore Jr.; her sons, 
Kenneth Larrymore and Gerald Scott; grandsons, Reggie Dantzler and Richard 
Bull; sisters, Pauline Lattimore, Mattie Larrymore, and Mayme Jiles, whom she 
loved dearly; and

Whereas, Mrs. Larrymore 
leaves to cherish her memory her children, Betty (Artie) Bull, Dennis Larrymore, 
Phyllis (Kevin) Larrymore-Kelly, Iris Larrymore, George "Pat" Larrymore, and 
Alethia (Jerry) Larrymore-Gissentanner; her sister, Ogaretta (Joseph) Walker; 
fourteen grandchildren; thirty-six great-grandchildren; and eight 
great-great-grandchildren; special friends, Pernell "Mud" Lawrence, Dorothy 
Glover, and Bessie Rush; and a host of nieces, nephews, and other relatives. 
She will be greatly missed. 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 Margaret Mildred Ellis-Larrymore 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 Margaret Mildred Ellis-Larrymore.

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