Jon-Alec Chervin loved the outdoors, excitement, and adventure, and channeled that intensity by serving as an Emergency Medical Technician in Denver and a wildland firefighter/medic throughout the West. When he was not working, he continued the adventure by snowboarding, rock climbing or hiking, and, most recently, scuba diving.  He loved travel and always wanted to be where the action was. He had a passion for music and enjoyed attending concerts and music festivals. He found his “place” in Boulder, Colorado.

 

 As an Emergency Medical Technician, He took particular interest in ambulance calls for patients with mental health emergencies. He cared deeply about these patients, and instinctively knew how to talk to and relate to them even within the confines and stresses of an emergency call. He  had begun coursework to become a certified addiction counselor. He had told his mom that this is how he planned to give back to the world. 

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He firmly believed in personal liberties, responsibility for one's actions, and healing the world by educating people to make healthy choices. He was insightful and committed to self-improvement of mind and body. He made meaningful connections with people and cherished his family and friends in Boulder and around the world. 

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The Jon-Alec Fund will continue his legacy by providing scholarships to young people pursuing careers in Emergency Medical Services, Wildland Firefighting and Addiction Counseling.