Tribute to 'larger than life character' after fatal crash in Preston
John Pearson died after his vehicle hit a parked car
A 75-year-old man who died after a crash in Preston last week has been described as 'a jolly, larger than life character who devoted his life to helping others.'
John Pearson, from Fulwood, drove into a parked car at around midday on Friday 23 September.
A coroner's report found that he suffered a medical episode at the wheel. No-one else was involved.
He sadly passed away at the scene.
His family have paid tribute to a man they call a 'wonderful husband, fantastic dad and much-loved grandpa.'
"A jolly, larger than life character with a tale for everything, who devoted his life to helping others, in particular those with special needs which was a cause very close to his heart.
One of the founders of the Junior Blues for his beloved team Manchester City, founder of the family business, PA Communications, Chair of Governors for over 25 years at The Coppice School and Chairman and more recently Acting Chair for Disability Equality North West.
A very special man, a true pillar of the community, volunteering and supporting those with disabilities, like his son and dedicating his time to helping so many.
You have left a huge whole in our lives and will never be forgotten. Goodnight, god bless, you will be forever in our hearts."
Anyone who saw the accident is asked to call 101, quoting log 0491 of 23 September.