Lindsey Graham's parents died within 15 months of each other when his sister Darline was 13. He became her guardian and raised her.
He was a military lawyer, a Judge Advocate General (JAG), after getting his psychology degree.
He once served as head prosecutor in Europe in USAF. He retired as a colonel and earned a Bronze Star. He also served in the Guard and Reserve.
He was a constitutional law scholar, and when asked a question about legislation, would frequently speak at length about the constitution.
He had a wicked sense of humor.
He loved his state, the military, and his country.
He loved his sister most of all.