'He Has Made Over 200 Masks': Cerritos Hero

CERRITOS, CA — When times are tough, heroes emerge. We all know someone who's making a difference right now as we live through unprecedented times. Here at Patch, we've launched an initiative to help recognize these everyday heroes.

This submission comes from Joni Keith of Huntington Beach, who nominated her father, John Jensen of Cerritos:

What does the nominee do for work?:
Great father, retired school teacher, president of non profit organization, owner of Lei’s Boutique of California

Why do you believe the nominee should be recognized or honored?
He has made over 200 masks from Hawaiian print material with a very unique kukui nut ribbon closure when he couldn’t find any more elastic. Been giving them away for free to family members in New York, Hawaii, Florida, Washington state, Oregon, and California. Also to church members, club members, neighbors, random shoppers in grocery stores and grocery store workers.

What’s one thing you want everyone to know about your hero?:
He is the most generous person I know always helping others and wanted to do something while staying home since he can’t really leave home while because of his age.

Thank you for all you do, John!

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