GOULDE, Jason Alexander "Jay" Of St. Petersburg, Florida, formerly of Needham, February 4, 2019. Jay graduated from Needham High School in 1991, and the University of South Florida in 1995. After graduation from college, he settled in the Greater Tampa Bay area, and worked in the automobile and public relations sectors before founding the private, non-profit Outdoor Arts Foundation in 2002. As Executive Director, he worked with artists, sponsors and venues throughout the Tampa Bay Area, and around the world on projects such as, the Tour of Turtles, Manatee Menagerie, Chairs for Charity, and Bowwowhaus Tampa and Bowwowhaus London, his final project. One of his most ambitious projects was to display large sections of the Berlin Wall across the U.S. to commemorate the 20th anniversary of its fall. He will be remembered and sorely missed by his family and by a large network of close and loving friends, all of whom cherished his dedication, warmth, humor, and good spirits. Jay's enthusiasm and positive attitude was an inspiration for all who knew him. He was a fun-loving person whose presence brought joy to all. His spirit lives on in all of our memories. Jay is survived by his father, Michael A. Goulde of Needham, Massachusetts and his mother, Judith Goulde of Palm Harbor, Florida. He was the stepson of Rena E. Freedman of Needham, nephew of Rochelle and David Zohn of Arlington, VA, grandson of the late Leonard and Cecelia Goulde and Isidore and Beatrice Balton, first cousin of Mark J. Zohn of Atlanta and Sheryl K. Zohn of Beverly Hills. His loss is also mourned by his great-aunt, Barbara Kamens of Chelsea, many cousins and a large network of close, dear, and loving friends. Jay succumbed to non-Hodgkins Lymphoma after a courageous five-year fight. Donations to honor Jay's memory can be made to the Lymphoma Research Foundation. Burial will be in Palm Harbor, Florida at a private ceremony. A Celebration of his Life is being planned for the near future.

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Published by Boston Globe from Feb. 5 to Feb. 7, 2019.

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Lonnie D Homenuk

January 30, 2024

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Silas Beach

January 30, 2021

Almost 2 years it sure has passed very fast , I think of you every day a lot around me I have to be thankful because of you , I don’t ever want to forget to keep you in my life, purple wrist band has completely faded but I still keep it with me in my van , if it’s true that we will be to Together again when we leave this world , forever my friend

Silas Gatewood

January 31, 2020

My best buddy Ive ever had in my life

Once-in-a-lifetime do you have a friend
like you
Miss you every day
I went to your and Unveiling
with your dad and his wife Rita
We Celebrate our love for your life
It was way too short
We had so many plans
If there is a heaven
I will see you there my friend
Forever in my heart ❤

Cathy Smith

January 30, 2020

It's hard to believe it has been almost a year since Jay's passing. I think of him often, remembering how he was determined to bring art, fun art, to Tampa and the surrounding communities. My husband Bob and I sponsored many of his projects, but among my favorite is the mural he arranged to be painted on the side of Fox's Hardware, located at the corner of Gunn Hwy and Mobley Road. Like Jay's spirit, that mural has endured. And it reminds me of the positive, enthusiastic, and kind person he was. I drive by it several times a week on my way home, and every time I see it, I smile and fondly remember Jay.

February 16, 2019

Somehow my condolence note did not appear with the painting under Peter and Jill Stilton. That painting was done while working with Jay for the first time on the Big Art Show at Tampa Airport. Every day I see it several times and think of how much fun we had working with him. His smile and joy were and are and always will be contagious!!

Know how difficult a time this is for his family, but I just know he is continuing to bless those around him (especially the artists) and that is such a wonderful quality to express eternally.

Again much love from all the Stiltons- Jill and Peter

February 15, 2019

Lanie Gooch/Welch

February 14, 2019

Jay you will be missed more than you could have ever imagined. Humble, sincere, loyal, funny are just a few words to describe such a unique soul! Love you forever friend. Until we meet again.

February 13, 2019

I had the pleasure and honor of working with Jay on the Outdoor Arts Foundation and very much enjoyed his creativity and imagination in initiating new projects. I will miss him. Jim Reed Tampa, FL

February 9, 2019

I love you ❤
Speechless for now

This was a painting which Peter did for Jay's Big Art Show project at the Tampa Airport. We enjoy it daily and always think about Jay's zest for life!

Jill and Peter Stilton

February 9, 2019

George Zwierko

February 8, 2019

Jay and I worked together for many years. I remember when he moved into the nonprofit sector and I followed him for years after that. He was a friend and an inspiration. He truly will be missed.

February 8, 2019

A lovely poem Jay's Aunt Rochelle read at his funeral service:

There Are Stars
(Yeish Kocharim)

Hannah Senesh

There are stars up above,
So far away we only see their light
Long, long after the star itself is gone.
And so it is with people that we loved -
Their memories keep shining ever brightly
Though their time with us is done.
But the stars that light up the darkest night,
These are the lights that guide us.
As we live our days, these are the ways we remember.

One of many happy days together.

Jeff Monsein

February 7, 2019

I can't remember when we first met, but it's been a very long time. Jay was always upbeat, optimistic, happy and generous. He never let the turkeys get him down. He created and sponsored so many arts programs that will forever decorate the Bay Area and beyond. He believed in the impossible and and lived life to the fullest. So many happy memories. I will sorely miss my friend, Jay.

Carol Rice

February 7, 2019

Jay will live in my heart and memory always. Through my attemt to encourage him .. and keep him hopeful... during this struggle to recover.. I quickly learned that his positive outlook on life.. and the joy he brought to others would be remembered during any struggles I may have, or friends and family in the future. He will be my inspiration to remain positive during hard times. His smile is what I remember.. it was always there. Carol Rice

Key West ~Stacy

Stacy McCanless

February 6, 2019

ENO MONDESIR

February 6, 2019

Very Dear Michael & Rena:
I am so sorry on the passing of Jay.
May God bring you comfort & strength at such a time as this!

On behalf of Agape Global Health, I extend my condolences!

Eno

London 3/2018

Frank Rey

February 6, 2019

London 3/2018

Frank Rey

February 6, 2019

London 2018

Frank Rey

February 6, 2019

Jack Jawitz

February 6, 2019

Joanne Osborn

February 6, 2019

Jay was extraordinary. A kind person who wanted to make the world better through art. I created projects outside of my comfort zone because Jay believed in me. We always shared travel stories and creative ideas. I will miss Jay dearly. Rest In Peace, my friend.

Jeanne Lavettre

February 6, 2019

I am honored to have known Jay. He was a pioneer of accessible art in the Tampa Bay Area, and made us all more aware of the important role art can play in the community. He was a lovely guy, with a happy, playful presence. He will be so missed.

Jeff Lamm

February 6, 2019

It was a true gift to be there when Jay passed, even though we weren't close for the last years. Jay was one of a kind. I still remember when we met in college when Jay was 19 and a freshman at USF. He always knew who he was and wasn't willing to be anyone but himself. He lived his life, not another's. Rest in peace brother. We love you!

Jeff Lamm

February 6, 2019

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

jennifer lee

February 6, 2019

I met Jay in 2002, through Silas Beach. I really admired him. I participated in the Chairs for Chairity. He really encouraged me as an artist. He was vivacious, innovative, charming, funny, quirky among other great characteristics. I have a lot of fun memories with him throughout that decade. He will be truly missed by those who knew him. Rest in Peace Jay.

Cathy Smith

February 5, 2019

You were an eternal fountain of creativity and optimism! You were one of the first to bring "outdoor art" to Tampa, which brought joy and happiness to so many in our community. I will always remember you and the incredible projects you created over the 20 years of our friendship. I will miss your smile, your positive spirit, and your creative influence. I know many others in our community have heavy hearts, too, knowing you no longer are part of our lives. Wishing your family comfort during this sad, sad time.

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