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Gerald Fairclough Obituary
Jerry was very kind to all people. His love of art and sculpturing was unmatched! He grew up in the Salt Lake area and attended Olympus High School where he studied art. He received his bachelor's degree in Fine Arts from the University of Utah. He later moved to New York City with his wife Carol Dahl and studied at the National School of Design and Art Students League, where he perfected his own style of drawing, oil painting, and Sculpture. Jerry enjoyed family and friends, and continued sharing his talents as an artist throughout his life. He is survived by his four Children (Diana, Scott, Thaine, Dale) and his brothers Dennis(Marilyn), Craig(Marjan), with 10 nieces and 2 nephews) He was preceded in death by his Parents Mabel Holt, and Albert Fairclough.
A viewing will be held at Jenkins-Soffe South Valley 1007 S Jordan Pkwy(10600 So.) from 6-8 Wednesday May 3rd, and a funeral will be held at the Mortuary starting at 1:00pm on Thursday May 4th , with a viewing 1 hour prior to services. Online condolences may be shared at www.jenkins-soffe.com
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John Clark
October 25, 2025
Not sure if anyone will read this by now. I just hung 3 Gerry Fairclaugh paintings my late wife Marion and I purchased from him years ago at the outdoor art festival held at the Bruce Museum in Greenwich, CT. I decided to Google his name and found his obituary. My condolences to his family and friends.
Keith Mantell www.keithmantell.com
February 17, 2024
I'm sorry to hear of Gerry's passing. I was just a kid, a student of Gerry's way back in the 70's in Plainview NY. I spent many Tuesday nights in his basement, painting from live models, and soaking in what a real artist is like. He was an inspiration. So much so, that I followed in his footsteps and have been a painter and instructor for years. I still reference him as I tell my students when they ask if I approve- "Gerry would say '...fairly good!' "
Sorry I never got to reconnect. May his memory be a blessing.
my condolences to Carol and family
MaryJane Klaila
May 5, 2022
I´m sitting here looking at a painting I bought from Jerry many years back. He was at a street fair in Helper Utah drawing portraits. As I flipped through his many drawings stacked against the booth wall, my husband pointed out an incredible oil he´d painted in Saigon. Jerry told us his story of being a combat artist during Vietnam and he was surprised to see he had been carrying the painting around all these years. I had no money but was clearly moved by this painting. I offered to trade my Plymouth valiant for it and Jerry asked what I could afford monthly. We made a deal and he insisted I take the painting right then as he could see how important it was to me. That´s the Jerry I knew - and I paid him off after a year.
Utah Philharmonia, early 2000s. University of Utah.
Michele Medina
August 27, 2017
I'm sorry to hear about Jerry's passing. I saw him a few years ago after a long time of not having seen him. I happened to be framing the drawing he made at my orchestra rehearsal several years ago. Jerry was a great and caring friend and an incredible artist. My condolences to the family.
May 4, 2017
To the family of Gerald Fairclough,
Our condolences to you at the loss of your dear loved one, Jerry.
He was a kind and gentle man who was very talented.
May his memory ever sustain you at this difficult time and in the days ahead.
He will be missed by all who knew him.
Our sympathy and love,
Sherman and Karma Rae Sheffield, neighbors
Pat Magura
May 3, 2017
I am sorry to learn of Jerry's death.
I enjoyed knowing he and his family.
From 1956 to 2017 his memory will be
forever instilled in my heart. He was
a friend and a talented artist.
MaryJane Klaila
May 2, 2017
I bought this painting from Jerry some years back and have searched for him since. I will never forget his kindness, generosity and talent. He was an amazing artist and human being. I'm sorry for your loss.
MaryJane Klaila
May 2, 2017
May 2, 2017
I am so sorry for your loss, I hope that Gods thoughts for the future give you strength and hope. Jeremiah 29:11
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3
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4
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