Bill Text: SC H3879 | 2021-2022 | 124th General Assembly | Introduced
Bill Title: Robert King, service
Spectrum: Slight Partisan Bill (Republican 81-43)
Status: (Passed) 2021-02-11 - Introduced and adopted [H3879 Detail]
Download: South_Carolina-2021-H3879-Introduced.html
A HOUSE RESOLUTION
TO SALUTE THE HONORABLE ROBERT N. "BOB" KING, SR., FOR HIS DEDICATED CIVIC AND COMMUNITY SERVICE TO THE CITIZENS OF NORTH CHARLESTON AND CHARLESTON COUNTY, TO THANK HIM FOR HIS MANY YEARS OF MILITARY SERVICE TO OUR GREAT STATE AND COUNTRY, AND TO WISH HIM MUCH CONTINUED SUCCESS AND FULFILLMENT IN THE DAYS AHEAD.
Whereas, it is with great pleasure that the South Carolina House of Representatives recognizes those individuals who give tirelessly of themselves to the welfare of this great state's and this great nation's citizenry. Having spent his life serving others, the Honorable Robert N. "Bob" King, Sr., of North Charleston exemplifies such South Carolinians; and
Whereas, in preparation for his career, Bob King graduated from North Charleston High School and The Citadel; and
Whereas, on November 22, 1963, he was commissioned in the U.S. Army Reserves. Over the years, he has served as commanding officer assigned to the 942nd Transportation Company (Charleston); instructor assigned to the South Carolina National Guard (U.S. Army Reserve School in Columbia); conductor of annual reserve training at various locations around the country; staff officer assigned to the South Carolina Military Department; and commanding officer, Joint Services, in the office of the South Carolina adjutant general, with the rank of major general; and
Whereas, his civic and community service is extensive and of long standing. Past or present offices include service as a North Charleston City Council member, North Charleston Municipal Court judge, and Charleston County Council member. He is also past chairman of the Heritage Trust Federal Credit Union Board of Directors; member of the MEAD Westvaco Citizens Advisory Committee; and past president of both the Association of the United States Army (Charleston Chapter), North Charleston Jaycees, North Charleston Exchange Club, and the National Association of County Recorders and Clerks of Court; and
Whereas, in addition, Mr. King established the committee that led to the founding of Trident Hospital, participated in the founding of the Charleston County EMS system, and wrote legislation for the establishment of the Charleston County Substance Abuse Commission; and
Whereas, 2019 marked Bob King's fiftieth year of service to Charleston County as an elected or appointed official; and
Whereas, further, this man of faith serves the Lord as a member of North Charleston United Methodist Church; and
Whereas, the members of the House of Representatives recognize that the success of the State of South Carolina, the strength of its communities, and the vitality of American society as a whole depend, in great measure, upon the dedication of individuals like Bob King who use their talents and resources to serve others. Gratefully, the House acknowledges Bob King's invaluable and far-reaching contributions to the betterment of the Palmetto State and this country. Now, therefore,
Be it resolved by the House of Representatives:
That the members of the South Carolina House of Representatives, by this resolution, salute the Honorable Robert N. "Bob" King, Sr., for his dedicated civic and community service to the citizens of North Charleston and Charleston County, thank him for his many years of military service to our great State and country, and wish him much continued success and fulfillment in the days ahead.
Be it further resolved that a copy of this resolution be presented to the Honorable Robert N. "Bob" King, Sr.
