(Florence) – Governor David M. Beasley and his wife, Mary Wood, are proud today to announce the birth of their fourth child, Samuel Ross, born at 10:46 a.m. at McLeod Regional Medical Center here.
The baby weighed 8 lbs., 10 oz. at birth and measured 21 inches. Dr. Michael Davidson delivered him. The baby is healthy, and Mrs. Beasley is happy and resting comfortably.
"This is an extra special early Christmas present for all of us," Governor Beasley said today. "God has blessed us again with a healthy baby, and we are so grateful."
The Beasleys thanked all the South Carolinians who have expressed their personal wishes for a healthy pregnancy and delivery. "The generosity of the people of this state touches us beyond words," Governor Beasley said.
The Beasleys are expected to return to the Governor's Mansion on Friday with their newly enlarged family. They have three other children: Mary Hunter, 8; Sarah Catherine, 6; and David Jr., 5.
Many members of the Beasley family were present at the hospital this morning, including Governor Beasley's mother, Jac Adele; his father, Dick, and Mrs. Beasley's sister, Catherine.
The Governor and Mrs. Beasley asked that South Carolinians who
wish to offer congratulations with flowers or other items instead donate
to the Putting Families First Foundation, the Carolina Children's Home
or other charities that help take care of children in need.