Stu was more than the person who started VeloVets. He was the soul of this community. His vision brought us together, his passion kept us rolling, and his unwavering belief in the power of cycling to heal, connect, and strengthen Veterans inspired everything we do. Whether you knew him from the early days or met him at a recent group ride, you felt his warmth, his dedication, and his genuine care for every single member of this family.

These past weeks have been difficult. The roads feel a little quieter without him. The gatherings feel a little emptier. Grief has touched all of us in different ways, and it's okay to feel that weight. Stu would understand—he always did.

But Stu would also want us to keep pedaling.

He built VeloVets because he believed in its mission: to support Veterans through the freedom, camaraderie, and purpose that cycling provides. That mission doesn't end with his passing. If anything, it becomes more important. We carry forward not just his legacy, but his spirit—in every mile we ride, every Veteran we welcome, and every hand we extend to someone who needs this community.

VeloVets will continue. We will honor Stu by doing exactly what he taught us to do: showing up for each other, pushing through the hard climbs, and never letting a fellow rider fall behind.

To Stu's family, please know that your loss is shared by hundreds of Veterans who are better for having known him. To our members, thank you for being part of what Stu created. Let's ride on together.

With love and gratitude,

The VeloVets Family