Colonial Flag Foundation Salutes Jim Ondrus
The Colonial Flag Foundation staff receives great satisfaction when hearing the stories about the impact that Healing Field and Field of Honor events have in communities across the country. Repeatedly local organizers tell how their communities unite through support of these awe-inspiring displays.
Additionally, producing these events provides exceptional opportunities to work with local leaders and service organizations in the host communities. Their leadership makes successful Field of Honor flag displays possible.
Jim and his wife Susan at the Jackson-Beldon Chamber of Commerce meeting when Jim received the Howard L. Kruman Memorial Award as the Outstanding Citizen of 2012.
Jim Ondrus of Jackson Township in Ohio is one of our exceptional local leaders, and that is not just our judgment. On the 24th of April, the Jackson-Belden Chamber of Commerce honored Jim with the Howard L. Kruman Memorial Award as the Outstanding Citizen of 2012. Jim reported that “The main driver for this award was definitely the Field of Honor/Field of Heroes event for Memorial Day 2012.” This award validates our opinion of Jim’s leadership, and we wholeheartedly concur with the Chamber of Commerce in their selection. Congratulations, Jim.
A visit to Westerville’s Field of Honor convinced Jim that the Jackson Township provided an ideal setting for a similar display of the Stars and Stripes. He presented a proposal to his Rotary Club and obtained their enthusiastic support. With the assistance of the Rotary Club, the Chamber of Commerce, the Police Department, the Fire Department, local schools and the entire Jackson Township community, Jim turned vision into reality as Boy Scouts, students and other volunteers posted more than 900 U.S. flags at the Township’s Safety Center
Nothing breeds success like success, and last year’s Field of Honor flag display in Jackson Township predicts an amazing event for Memorial Day this year. Just as he did last year, Jim is busy coordinating the efforts of many individuals and organizations. It is a busy time for everyone, but Jim is already planning for the 2014 Jackson Township Field of Honor. He is anxious to see the tradition continue, and we couldn’t agree more.
Some of the Jackson Township Field of Honor Team at last years successful event.
Flags in formation present a beautiful and inspiring sight.
If you plan to organize a flag display event, by yourself or with the help of your community, you might find flags and accessories on the Colonial Flag website.