Erie, Colorado – Jeff Cameron, a devoted father, husband, and respected scientist, tragically passed away on September 25, 2024.
His sudden death has left his family and community in deep mourning.
Jeff is survived by his wife, Jenn, and their four young children: Noelle, Jasper, and twin daughters, Margot and Evette.
A GoFundMe campaign has been organized by Merritt Turetsky to support the family during this difficult time, especially as Jenn faces ongoing medical treatments.
Tim Garcia, a close friend, expressed on Facebook, “When one of us suffers, we all suffer. That’s part of being a family.”
At the University of Colorado, where Jeff worked as a lecturer and scientist, he was admired for his pioneering contributions to synthetic biology and bacterial metabolism.
His work helped pave the way for future clean technologies and had a lasting impact on his colleagues and students.
The loss of Jeff Cameron is profoundly felt by all who knew him, as his energy and dedication left an indelible mark on his community.
His parents, Sally and Doug, will carry on his legacy, as will his friends and colleagues who cherished his kindness and passion for life.