PAUL LANGMUIR Obituary
Born in Albany and a life-long summer resident of Martha's Vineyard, Paul received a BFA from the Rhode Island School of Design and worked for several advertising agencies in Providence and Boston as an art director, before establishing his own design studio in 1980, specializing in brochures, books and annual reports. His award winning work while at the Creamer agency in Providence helped elevate the agency's New England-wide reputation for excellence. He also taught in the Illustration Department at RISD, and took great delight in being known among students as 'the teacher in the suit.'
Paul is survived by his wife, Jane, an architectural designer, their two children, Karl Langmuir, an industrial designer, and Christian Foster, also an architectural designer, and six grand-children: Hannah, Grace, Meredith, Noah, Zachary, and Marlee. He is also survived by his sisters Susan Langmuir and Lynn Langmuir.
Paul was a voracious collector of images, classical and folk music, magazines, books, and was a creator of cartoons, portraits, paintings, and ribald illustrations. His water-colors of barns, boats and wind on the water, influenced by his time on Martha's Vineyard and world travels, were shown on the island and at the Providence Art Club, of which he was a member.
His interests were deep and far-ranging. His love of music was life-long and passionate. His knowledge of the history and work of illustrators and designers was encyclopedic. He was an athlete and fisherman, wine expert, world traveler, photographer, carpenter and legendary host. His devotion and service to St. Martin's Church was open-ended. His involvement with charitable causes earned him the Bishop Higgins Award in 2007.
Both Paul and Jane loved Scotland and traveled there many times, delighted by its crags and castles, its heaths and windswept seas. For very special occasions he would don his kilt and introduce friends to a new single malt. He mesmerized friends and family with tales of his travels, artists he had known, and projects he was immersed in. He also held forth on issues of the day that caught his eye, and always shared his wonder and amazement at life's and art's possibilities. His wit was infectious, and his generosity was boundless.
The family requests that donations be made to St. Martin's Episcopal Church in Providence, RI or to Women & Infants Hospital of Rhode Island.
A service will be held at St. Martin's Episcopal Church, Providence, RI at 11:00 AM on Saturday May 8th. monahandrabblesherman.com
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Helen Risom Belluschi
May 29, 2010
Jane and children,
I am so sorry to have read of your (and our) loss in the RISD newsletter. Paul will long be remembered. My love to all of you now and always -
Helen
Jame Anderson
May 28, 2010
Jane and Family:
I am deeply deeply sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you and your family.
All my very best,
jame (m-arch'98)
May 12, 2010
Jane and family,
I have fond memories of Paul. I remember him calling the Kitchen office and asking for his 'girlfriend' - this affection, playfulness and love has always stuck with me. I'm so sorry, my thoughts & prayers are with you - John Flannery
May 11, 2010
Dearest Jane and children,
I'm without the right words for you all, I wished I could have embraced you all in person deeply feeling the magnitude of the loss. I know he is with his dear friend Pedro en I would like to send you strength and love in this mourning time and remember the beautiful book on loosing a loved one Christian once send me which helped me a lot, in thoughts very much with you, Connie
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May 10, 2010
Jane, what a terrible shock and devastating loss for you, your family, and the RISD community. I have such warm memories of Paul when we were all at RISD and I'm so glad we were able to reconnect and get to know each other anew while traveling in China together. I hope it brings you comfort to know how loved and respected Paul was. My sincere sympathies to you during this distressing time. With love, Pat White
May 10, 2010
Dear Jane,
I was greatly saddend to learn of Paul's sudden and untimely death. I so much enjoyed the China trip and have wonderful memories of his verve and enthusiasm.
My deepest sympathy and warmest wishes to you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Heather McPherson
Joan Herron
May 10, 2010
Dear Jane,
What a loss of such a dear man. You are in my thoughts during this difficult time. I never really knew Paul until our trip to China and I enjoyed so much our time together....he was so full of fun, kindness and curiosity. I just looked at his website and am amazed at his talent. The watercolors are beautiful and reflect his gentle nature. He will be missed.
Bill Hammer
May 10, 2010
To Jane and your Family,
I am profoundly sad upon learning about Paul. This is truly upsetting to loose a bright and creative colleague and friend. We really re-connected during our trip to China after a forty year gap. I am so sorry and surprised that it is really hard to process right now. Please accept my sincere condolences. Sadly, I have learned about this too late to attend the memorial service, but I can assure you that Paul will be on my mind for some time to come.
Sarah Barton Gardella
May 10, 2010
Christian - I have been thinking of you since my Mom told me about your Dad. It must be terribly difficult for you and your family. Please know that I will continue to keep you in my thoughts and prayers. Take care.
Vincent and Carol Ferraioli
May 10, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
KERRI DUARTE
May 8, 2010
TO JANE AND FAMILY YOU HAVE MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY.GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.KERRI DUARTE FROM EPIPHANY SOUP KITCHEN.
May 8, 2010
Dear Jane,
I am so sorry to hear the news of Paul's passing. Although I never met him, I remember visiting you years ago and seeing your wall of photos going up the stairway wall and thinking there was a lot of love in your home.
Take care; my thoughts and love are with you.
Karen F, Arch'74 Winchester, MA
Ellie DiLapi
May 7, 2010
Dear Susan, Lynn, Jane and family,
It is heart breaking to know that Paul is no longer here with us! I will always remember Paul as special man and wonderful human being. Paul always seemed so strong in a gentle kind of way...and a kid at heart. I was fortunate to be at camp when he was mowing the lawn that year when it was covered with daisies. I hope you are smiling (even with tears) thinking about the perfect heart Paul created with his landscaping artistry. What a special and touching gift of love in nature from Paul for all to share, including the ospreys!
I am sorry I cannot be there with you on Saturday. I hope Paul's memorial service brings you some joy, laughter and comfort amidst the sadness, disbelief and pain of Paul's passing. Celebrate Paul and each other for the loving family you created together and shared with us. My thoughts and love are with you!
Anne Richards
May 6, 2010
Dear Christian and Christopher,
I am terribly sorry to learn of the loss of your father. I send heartfelt condolences to all who are grieving for him now.
I met Paul during those delightful days visiting Martha's Vineyard as a guest at your wedding, and have wonderful memories of him--and you--from that celebration. I hope your own loving memories will sustain you through this difficult time.
Please accept my prayers for Paul, for all of you, and also my deepest sympathies.
Cindy F
May 5, 2010
To the Langmuir Family,
Our thoughts and prayers and deepest sympathies are with you at this sad time. Paul was a very nice man that always had a smile on his face. His obituary was a wonderful tribute. May your memories help to give you peace and comfort as you deal with this tragic loss. From the staff at CVS Pharmacy on Angell Street
May 4, 2010
Dear Jane,
I am so sad to hear about Paul's passing. The two of you have been the best of duos: creative, loving, and truly Christian. We will miss Paul endlessly in the Nash household. Together you and Paul have infused your care and energy to lift up the best from the worst of circumstances. Our memories of Paul's spirit, his generosity, and his panache will sustain us all in our sadness. Our hearts are with you and your family. With love from Mimi, Phil, Lee, Neville, and Mac Nash
May 4, 2010
Dear Jane, dear Karl and dear Family,
My heartfelt condolences on your great loss. I only met Paul on a few, very happy occasions and each time his warmth and contagious laughter were a pleasure to behold and share. May you be comforted by memories of his enormous joie de vivre. I wish you strength and courage in the weeks ahead.
Take care, Love, Erica Van Adelsberg Wynnewood, PA
May 4, 2010
Dear Jane,
Connie and I are in shock. We don't know anyone who had anymore going for him than Paul. Especially, he had you and your wonderful family. We keep asking ourselves, why do the great people seem to go first? Truly he was an incredibly gifted, warm and inspirational human being. We shall sorely miss him as a friend; his huge universe has lost a an irreplaceable person.
Love, Max McCreery
Sara VanSciver Metzger
May 3, 2010
Dear Jane, Karl and Christian-
I was so sorry to hear about Paul's passing. He always had a place in my heart and my memories of him bring a smile to my face. His sense of humor and kindness made me feel welcome in your home. I always looked forward to crossword puzzles with him in the morning in Martha's Vineyard. Your whole family was such a wonderful part of my high school years and I send you my love in this time of sadness. I am in North Carolina as I write but my heart is with you.
Much love,
Sara Van Sciver Metzger
Keith & Becky Snedeker
May 3, 2010
Jane, Lynn and Susan -- We are so very sorry to hear about Paul's passing. We are keeping you in our prayers at this most very difficult time.
Jennifer Potter
May 3, 2010
Dear Jane - We were so sorry to hear of the loss of Paul. No words can express how deeply his loss is felt at St. Martin's. He was truly a fixture there, and we will miss his cheerful smile and sense of humor. You and your family will be in our prayers.
Cheryl Comai
May 3, 2010
Jane - We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family during this very difficult time.
Barbara Hirschfeld
May 3, 2010
Dear Jane, Lynn, and Susan,
I have such great memories of Paul, his sense of humor, his can-do attitude, his modesty about his passion for art and his new found expression of watercolor painting. I hold you all in my heart and in my thoughts. - Barbara Hirschfeld, lifelong friend of Susan and her family.
May 3, 2010
Dear Karl, Jane and Christian,
We were saddened to learn of Paul's passing. We will remember Paul's warm, welcoming spirit during our Martha's Vineyard visits. We send you our sincere condolences and want you to know that we are thinking of you during this difficult time.
Judy and Mike (vanAdelsberg) Berman
Marguerite Vigliani
May 3, 2010
Jane -
Please accept my deepest condolences on the loss of your dear husband. I am thinking of you.
Marguerite Vigliani
May 3, 2010
Jane,Karl & Christian:
I am sorry for your loss. I recall our RISD days, the great times we had, and the pool table in the living room.
My thoughts and prayers to you all.
Richard Kuehl, Warwick, Rhode Island
Joanne Wilkinson
May 2, 2010
Christian, so sorry to hear this - I just happened to see the announcement as my uncle died this week as well and I was browsing this section of the paper. I wish you and your family the best during this difficult time.
Holly May
May 2, 2010
Dear Jane and Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Paul was such a wonderful gift to the youth group while I was at St. Martin's. His support was one of the things that made our trips to Honduras so incredible. Please know that he (and his infamous goose) will be remembered by me always.
With love and prayers,
Holly May
Pam and Rick Cardin
May 2, 2010
Both my husband and I had the privilege of working with Paul at Creamer. We are very sorry to learn of his passing. Our deepest sympathies to his family.
Nancy and Richard Brown
May 2, 2010
We are both so sorry to hear of Paul Langmuir's death. We will miss the wave of his hand as he drove by Driftwood cottage. The lane will seem an emptier place. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of the Langmuir family
Marylou Brown Houston
May 2, 2010
Christian, we are thinking of you and your family and sending you our deepest sympathies from Colorado. Your dad lived an amazing life, and you do him proud. Much love, Marylou
Helen Bodell
May 2, 2010
I cannot think of anyone with greater love of life, generosity of spirit, talent, and sense of fun than Paul Langmuir. His art was beautiful, and his life was the highest art form. I am grateful for the gift of knowing Paul.
Love and prayers to his beloved family.
Maria Agostinelli
May 2, 2010
Mrs. Langmuir, Karl, and Langmuir Family --
I was deeply saddened to hear from my brother Mark that Mr. Langmuir had passed away early Friday morning. My brother has always spoken so highly of your family, and the quality time that he and his family has spent at the Vineyard each summer over the years. Your whole family has always figured prominently in those wonderful tales. Saying that someone has moved on to a better place has never sounded quite right to me, but I do hope and believe that it is true for Mr. Langmuir. My husband, son, and I send our deepest condolences.
Karl, I thank you for being such a great, unassailable friend to my brother since the moment that you two met in nursery school. Not many people have friends such as you and your family, and I know that you are all deeply cherished. My thoughts are with you all, from down here in Texas.
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