Ray Short didn’t just serve on LifeStyles’ Board of Directors.
He served with his hands, his time and his heart. Wherever he saw a need.
From 2018 to 2023, Ray was a steady presence on our board, helping to guide the mission and represent LifeStyles at speaking engagements and outreach events. But it’s the work he’s done behind the scenes that left a lasting mark.
Every other week, Ray rolled up his sleeves and tended to the grounds at four of our shelter locations, along with Southern Crossing, our newest transitional housing site. His service went far beyond mowing lawns. He laid pavers. Spread gravel. Trimmed, cleaned and repaired. And he offered expert input on the design and development of Southern Crossing, a space that now provides stability and hope to individuals and families transitioning out of homelessness.
Ray helped shape spaces into safe, welcoming environments for those we serve. His eye for detail and care for the people who would one day walk those paths is what made his work so impactful.
His dedication reminds us that care doesn’t always come with a clipboard or a title. Sometimes, it comes with a shovel and a vision.
Ray brings a sense of pride and dignity to every project he’s touched. He never seeks credit or attention. He simply shows up — consistently, humbly and wholeheartedly — and does the work that needed to be done.
Whether helping with landscaping or representing LifeStyles in the community, Ray has always led by example.
His impact is visible in every path made smoother, every lawn well-kept, every shelter entrance made more beautiful. It’s in the example he sets for all of us.
Join us in celebrating Ray Short and the countless ways he’s helped LifeStyles grow.
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