Legacy

It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a Ground Support Foundation was created in memory of a man whose quiet strength, steadfast convictions, and lifelong commitment to helping others continue to inspire.

Raised in hardship and shaped by early labor during the Great Depression, he overcame adversity with determination and grace. With the support of charitable organizations, he gained the foundation that would guide his life: service, resilience, and generosity.

After enlisting in the U.S. Army following Pearl Harbor, he encountered firsthand the quiet power of those who serve behind the scenes—providing strength beyond the battlefield. That spirit of support became a core part of his life’s mission.

He went on to earn a master’s degree in religious studies, build a successful business, and dedicate himself to giving back. Though self-made in many ways, he never forgot those who lifted him—and made it his purpose to lift others in return.

Through quiet conversations and purposeful actions, he surrounded himself with people who understood his motivations and shared his values. He planted seeds of generosity, responsibility, and service—trusting that others would carry them forward.

Ground Support Foundation is the living expression of that trust. Guided by the ideals he held dear, it continues his legacy: offering strength to those who serve and hope to those who need it most.