Today we honor the life and legacy of Firefighter Paramedic Jason Andrew Cortez, who tragically lost his life in the line of duty on October 7, 2020. A proud San Franciscan, Jason grew up in Potrero Hill and lived by the values of tradition, service, and family. He dedicated his career to caring for others—first as a paramedic and later as a firefighter at Station 3, where he was known for his skill, big smile, and love for the job. Jason’s greatest joy was his family—his wife Pattie and their s