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Congressional Tribute to Gregory Day Shorey Jr.

Original title: CHERISHING CHAIRMAN GREG SHOREY

Record date · May 21, 2026

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What This Bill Does

Representative Joe Wilson entered a formal tribute and obituary into the Congressional Record to honor the life and legacy of Gregory Day Shorey Jr., a South Carolina businessman and former state Republican Party Chairman who passed away at age 101.

Why it matters

This document serves as an official federal recognition of the life and political contributions of a private citizen, Gregory Day Shorey Jr., who served as the first modern Republican State Party Chairman in South Carolina.

Who It Affects

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Indirectly affected

Tunnel to Towers Foundation

The organization is identified as the recipient for memorial donations in honor of the deceased.

Key Facts

Gregory Day Shorey Jr. passed away on May 18, 2026, at the age of 101.
Shorey served as the first modern Republican State Party Chairman in South Carolina from 1958 to 1961.
Shorey served in the U.S. Navy during World War II (1943-1945) and the Navy Reserve until 1947.
Shorey founded the company Style Crafters Inc. in 1951, which produced marine safety equipment under the brand Aqua Float.

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Shorey was a delegate to the Republican National Convention in 1956 and 1964.
Shorey held appointments to the South Carolina Dairy Commission and the Beaufort County Board of Elections.
The family requested donations be made to the Tunnel to Towers Foundation in lieu of flowers.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who was Gregory Day Shorey Jr.?

He was a businessman, a U.S. Navy veteran, and a significant figure in South Carolina politics who served as the state's first modern Republican Party Chairman.

How can I honor his memory?

The family has requested that donations be made to the Tunnel to Towers Foundation in lieu of flowers.

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Connected Entities

Tunnel to Towers Foundation, Gregory Day Shorey Jr., Joe Wilson and 2 more

OrganizationTunnel to Towers Foundation“Charity designated by the family for memorial donations.”Map →

PersonGregory Day Shorey Jr.“Subject of the congressional tribute and former SC Republican Party Chairman.”Map →

PersonJoe Wilson“U.S. Representative from South Carolina who submitted the tribute.”Map →

OrganizationStyle Crafters Inc.“Company founded by Gregory Day Shorey Jr. in 1951.”Map →

OrganizationSouth Carolina Republican Party“Political organization chaired by Shorey from 1958 to 1961.”Map →

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