The bill, S. 1136, is a Senate resolution expressing profound sorrow over the passing of Pearl Fryar, who died on April 4, 2026. The resolution highlights Fryar's remarkable life, detailing his upbringing in a sharecropping family in North Carolina, his service in the United States Army, and his long career at American Can Company/Rexam. It emphasizes his passion for creating a stunning three-acre topiary garden in Bishopville, which became a source of inspiration and beauty for many, showcasing his ability to transform discarded plants into living sculptures. Fryar's garden was known for its message of "Love, Peace, and Goodwill," and he also contributed to his community by establishing a scholarship fund for students.

The resolution concludes by extending the deepest sympathy to Fryar's family and friends, particularly his wife, Metra, and son, Patrick. It acknowledges Fryar's legacy of hard work, humility, and service to his community, and it calls for a copy of the resolution to be presented to his family as a tribute to his memory.