Alex Kemp, a promising 19-year-old cross-country and track student-athlete from Lincroft, tragically passed away Jan. 7, 2025, following a skiing accident at Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort in Massachusetts.
Since Alex was a young boy, he had a kind and gentle way about him, warmly smiling at anyone he encountered. Alex loved playing with his friends and sharing and helping others. He carried himself with grace, kindness and maturity that made others want to be around him.
A recent graduate of Christian Brothers Academy in Lincroft and a member of the National Honor Society, Alex was a freshman at Williams College studying economics and political science and had already distinguished himself as an exceptional athlete. During his senior year of high school, he placed ninth at the NJSIAA Cross Country Meet of Champions and was the Non-Public A State Champion in the 3,200-meter.
Alex thrived in challenging situations and loved the process of hard work. At Williams College, Alex quickly became a valued member of the cross-country team and finished as the top freshman in the field at the NCAA DIII Cross Country Championship. His coach remembered him as having a self-assured, positive, kind way about him and being deeply committed to his teammates. Alex brought such joy to every heart he came into contact with. He was humble and kind and an exemplary human being.
Alex stood out as a student-athlete not only for his physical abilities but also for his personal qualities. He was described as fearless and incredibly motivated, consistently pushing himself in both training and competition, but despite his competitive spirit, Alex was deeply team-oriented, taking genuine joy in the success of his teammates, even on days when he didn’t perform at his best. His self-assured, positive and kind demeanor made him a natural leader and a valued teammate and friend, fostering a supportive environment wherever he went.
Alex was a devoted and loving son; his loss is felt deeply by his family, friends, teammates, coaches and all who had the privilege of knowing him. His spirit, kindness and remarkable character will never be forgotten.
Alex is survived by his loving parents, Nicole and Dan, and his younger brother Max. He is also survived by his grandparents, Carol and William Herrmann of Little Silver, and Carol and John Kemp of Ellesmere Port, United Kingdom; his uncles, W. Curtis Herrmann (Meghan) of Rumson and John and James Kemp (Cheshire, United Kingdom); and his beloved godmother, Marisa Cox of Arlington, Virginia.
In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests memorial donations be made to JBJ Soul Kitchen, Red Bank, where Alex served to provide happiness and support to those in need.
The article originally appeared in the January 30 – February 6, 2025 print edition of The Two River Times.
