South Carolina H 4903: Agnes Woodard 100th birthday

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2025-2026 Bill 4903 Text of Previous Version (Jan. 14, 2026) - South Carolina Legislature Online 

South Carolina General Assembly
126th Session, 2025-2026

Bill 4903

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A house RESOLUTION

TO CONGRATULATE Agnes Gladden Woodard ON THE 
OCCASION OF HER ONE HUNDREDTH BIRTHDAY AND TO WISH HER A JOYOUS BIRTHDAY 
CELEBRATION AND MANY YEARS OF CONTINUED HEALTH AND HAPPINESS.

Whereas, the members of 
the South Carolina House of Representatives are delighted to learn that Agnes 
Gladden Woodard celebrated her one hundredth birthday at a gala that was held 
in her honor in Blythewood on September 1, 2025; and 

Whereas, born on 
September 2, 1925, in the first quarter of the twentieth century, she 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; and 

Whereas, the daughter 
of Reverend Alfred Sr. and Adia Gaither Gladden, Agnes was born in the Mitford 
Community of Winnsboro and was grounded from an early age in the values of 
faith, family, and community care. She was a devoted member of Greater Mount 
Zion Baptist Church in her youth; and

Whereas, together with 
her beloved husband, James Woodard Sr., she later joined St. Mark Baptist 
Church, where she served faithfully for decades as a member of the Missionary 
Board, the Charity Workers of Ridgeway, and as a beloved mother leader, 
ultimately becoming the oldest church mother. In these roles, she provided 
spiritual guidance, mentorship, and unwavering support to women and families 
within the congregation and beyond; and

Whereas, Mrs. Woodard returned 
to school as an adult in 1974 to earn her high school diploma, inspiring others 
to be lifelong learners with her perseverance and belief in personal growth; 
and 

Whereas, she retired as 
a supervisor from Midlands Center in Columbia and continued to serve her 
neighbors, whether driving friends to appointments, helping with errands, or 
organizing breakfast and lunch outings to build connection and joy. She was a 
quiet but steadfast presence, ensuring that those around her felt valued, 
supported, and loved; and

Whereas, Mrs. Woodard's 
role as a volunteer reached far beyond the church walls when she regularly 
visited nursing homes to bring residents comfort, prayer, and handcrafted 
baskets. It became her personal mission to check on other widows in the Simpson 
community, offering companionship and care during their most difficult seasons. 
Her tireless service throughout Ridgeway earned her multiple community awards, 
a testament to her dedication to serving others with generosity, compassion, 
faith, and a giving spirit; and

Whereas, her life's 
work has been rooted in quiet strength, generosity, and love in actions that 
included church leadership, community outreach, and simple acts of kindness. 
Mrs. Woodard has built a legacy of nurturing, encouragement, and steadfast 
devotion that continues to bless those who have known her; and

Whereas, the South 
Carolina House of Representatives is pleased to honor this daughter of South 
Carolina at the celebration of her one hundredth birthday and join with her 
family and friends in congratulating her on reaching this extraordinary 
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 Agnes Gladden Woodard of Richland County on 
the occasion of her one hundredth birthday and to wish her a joyous birthday 
celebration and many years of continued health and happiness.

Be it further resolved 
that a copy of this resolution be presented to Agnes Gladden Woodard.

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