The bill, H. 4179, is a House Resolution expressing the profound sorrow of the members of the South Carolina House of Representatives upon the passing of Mary Suzanne "Zan" Chappell Edmunds, who died at the age of eighty-four on March 3, 2025. The resolution highlights her life, including her early years in Orangeburg and Bamberg County, her education, and her marriages, particularly to John Wainwright Chappell and later to Blake Edmunds Jr. It also acknowledges her contributions to her community and church, her artistic endeavors, and her role as a dedicated family member, leaving behind a legacy of love and kindness.

The resolution concludes by extending the House's deepest sympathy to her family and friends, recognizing the impact she had on those around her. A copy of the resolution will be presented to her family as a formal acknowledgment of her life and contributions.