Alexander "Alex" Jai Stevenson

ALEXANDER STEVENSON passed away on Friday, May 24, 2013 in Petaluma at the age of 39 years. Devoted son of Judith DeChesere-Boyle and Richard Boyle of Petaluma and Mark and Gloria Stevenson of Novato. Beloved grandson of John DeChesere of NC and the late Nola Jean DeChesere. Dear brother of Justin and Amanda Stevenson of Folsom and step-brother of Christopher Boyle, Sean Sullivan, Kellie Sullivan, and Megan Rebledo. Loving uncle of Alyssa, Cameron, and Gracyn Stevenson of Folsom. Nephew of Jay and Heather DeChesere and cousin of Jaleh DeChesere, Scott DeChesere, and Cherette Roycroft, all of NC. Alex grew up in Petaluma, graduating from Casa Grande High School in 1991. He attended Santa Rosa Junior College before beginning his career with CDF. As a Fire Apparatus Engineer with CAL Fire, he truly was living his dream. He will be remembered for his love of life, his extraordinary sense of humor, and uncanny ability to make people laugh. He was deeply loved by his family, friends, and extended CAL Fire family. Alex passed away peacefully at home with his mother, step-father, brother, and sister-in-law by his side. He was a valiant and courageous man whose optimism and hope never wavered as he fought a nine-year battle with brain cancer. He will be deeply missed and remembered forever. A Memorial Service will be held on Friday, May 31, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. at the Wells Fargo Center for the Performing Arts in Santa Rosa, CA. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the American Brain Tumor Assoc., 8550 W. Bryn Mawr Ave., Suite 550, Chicago, IL 60631 or Hospice of Petaluma, 416 Payran St., Petaluma, CA 94952. Family assisted by PARENT-SORENSEN MORTUARY & CREMATORY, 707-763-4131.