Jackson Gervasio

MARQUETTE – Northern Michigan University student Jackson Gervasio, 21, from Sault Ste. Marie, died in an accident in Knoxville, Tennessee on Saturday, July 5. Gervasio was a construction management major heading into his senior year, NMU said in a report from Rhea Dever, vice president of People, Culture and Wellbeing.

“During his time at NMU, he was a member of the NMU Constructors student organization and volunteered at Women in Construction events,” said Dever. “This summer, he was completing an internship with Kokosing Construction in Virginia. His NMU faculty describe him as a ‘fantastic young adult, who was an energetic, fun-loving person who really enjoyed life.'”

NMU plans on honoring Gervasio by lowering the campus flag on a date of his family’s choosing. The campus will be notified prior to the event’s date.

“Our sympathies are with Jackson’s family, friends and those on campus who were close to him and who are now navigating this loss …,” said Dever. “If you are an NMU community member who needs support related to Jackson’s passing, please use the resources linked from the nmu.edu/wellbeing page. There is also a list of resources specific to grieving found here. These links provide contact information where you can reach out for assistance, if needed.”

Gervasio’s obituary can be viewed at the following website: www.sooleader.com/obits/jackson-charles-gervasio-10915995. A celebration of Jackson’s life will be held at Family Life Funeral Home in Sault Ste. Marie on Friday. Visitation will take place from 10 a.m.-1 p.m., with the funeral service beginning at 1 p.m. A luncheon will follow the service. Donations in Jackson’s memory may be made to the Sault High Golf Team, Sault High Soccer Team or the Construction Technology Program at Sault High, organizations that reflect the passions and values he carried with him throughout his life.

“Jackson will be deeply missed, endlessly loved, and remembered always for the joy, strength, and light he brought into the world,” reads the obituary.

Condolences may be left to the family at www.familylifefh.com.

Antonio Anderson can be reached at 906-228-2500, ext. 550. His email address is aanderson@miningjournal.net.