HR271INTRODUCED Page 0 HR271 RBS3HNY-1 By Representatives Hassell, McClammy, Lawrence, Morris, Ensler RFD: First Read: 22-Apr-25 1 2 3 4 5 6 RBS3HNY-1 04/22/2025 bm (L)bm 2025-1714 Page 1 First Read: 22-Apr-25 HR____ MOURNING THE UNTIMELY DEATH OF TRAVIS JAVON "WOOTY" JACKSON. WHEREAS, the untimely death of Mr. Travis Javon "Wooty" Jackson of Montgomery, Alabama, on April 11, 2025, is noted with great sadness and his valuable and irreplaceable life of 36 years is honored and celebrated ; loving husband, dedicated father, and successful businessman, his death leaves a void in the lives of his family, friends, and his community where he was highly regarded; and WHEREAS, Travis Javon Jackson, lovingly known as "Wooty," was born on April 9, 1989, to the late Patricia and Sylvester Jackson, Sr.; raised in a faith-filled home, Travis was nurtured with strong Christian values and dedicated his life to Christ at a young age; and WHEREAS, from an early age, Travis displayed an entrepreneurial spirit, launching his first business in junior high school as the "Candy Man," selling treats from his book bag; driven by vision and determination, he was always focused on rising above his circumstances and creating a better future for himself and his family; and WHEREAS, fueled by ambition, perseverance, and a keen eye for fashion, Travis transformed his passion into purpose by launching his first business, Rich Life Clothing; he 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 HR271 INTRODUCED Page 2 by launching his first business, Rich Life Clothing; he later expanded his entrepreneurial reach with the opening of Rich Life Barber and Cuts, both thriving enterprises that reflected his ambition, creativity, and dedication to excellence; and WHEREAS, On July 7th, 2020, Travis married the love of his life, Quneisha Brown; their bond was further blessed with the anticipated arrival of their son, Travis Javon Jackson, Jr., who will join his older sister, Nakeria, in carrying forward their father's legacy; and WHEREAS, Travis was known for his impeccable style, graceful presence, and infectious love for the dance floor; he possessed a heart of gold, always ready to help others, generously offering whatever he had to those in need; he never met a stranger, and his radiant smile had a way of lighting up every room he entered; his beautiful soul was evident in the countless selfless acts of kindness he extended to his loved ones and his community; and WHEREAS, he is preceded in death by his parents; brother, Kasdolyn Jackson; sister, Eureka Jackson; grandparents, Sophie Tell, Willie Tell, Sr., and Sylvester Jackson, Sr.; aunt, Earnestine Rice; uncle, Willie Boldin; and cousins, Courtney Tell, Terrell Tell, and Chanell Tell; and WHEREAS, left to cherish his memory and honor his legacy are his beloved wife, Quneisha Jackson; daughter, Nakeria Jackson; unborn son, Travis Javon Jackson, Jr.; sisters, Sabrina Jackson, Felicia Hamilton (Trey), and Jasmine Jackson; brothers, Harold Jackson (LaTonya), Willie 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 HR271 INTRODUCED Page 3 Jasmine Jackson; brothers, Harold Jackson (LaTonya), Willie Jackson (Lakandice), Sylvester Kendricks (Deon), Tavarious Jackson, and Joshua Jackson; grandmother, Georgia Mae Jackson; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and devoted friends; and WHEREAS,when one so young prematurely loses a life filled with expectation and promise, his years are all-the-more-treasured for having been brief; in honoring Travis in death, we give permanence to his life, and rest assured that his influence continues in the beloved memories of his family, f riends, and the community ; now therefore, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE LEGISLATURE OF ALABAMA, That while grieving the untimely death of Mr. Travis Javon "Wooty" Jackson, we gratefully acknowledge the joy and innumerable blessings his life brought to others, and we offer this resolution to his family with profound sympathy. 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 69 70 71 72