The founder and president of Jackson Limousine Service was known far and wide for his annual turkey grocery giveaway, which for more than 30 years has provided Thanksgiving dinners to thousands of individuals and families. Jackson was one of the kindest, most generous human beings that I’ve ever met in my life,” Rep. Maxine Waters (D-Los Angeles) said during a news conference Wednesday at the Jackson family business. He traveled on a regular basis to homeless encampments in South L.A. to provide food and water. “He was an aspirational person who believed in giving community members a second chance,” said Najee Ali, a community activist. After an injury, he returned to South L.A. and noticed a void.

Source: Los Angeles Times November 04, 2016 03:46 UTC