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JOHN NESTA Obituary
Gloucester, MA.
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Deb Harrison
September 11, 2019
John was such a brilliant dedicated artist with tremendous talent and depth. I miss him and am saddened that he left with such speed. God needed some decent seascapes in heaven.❤
Jack/Nancy Perry/Croce
November 2, 2018
Dear Jennifer and Dominic,
We saw you last August 2018,Jennifer, and purchased
John' painting of the harbor, the paint factory and two ships in front. This is another glorious painting of John's showing his dedication to Gloucester. We have it our home in Albany, NY. We also have five paintings of John's in our home in Florida. (I use to say to John that our Florida home was the John Nesta Gallery,South.)
When we came to Rocky Neck in 2018, we did not know of John's passing almost a year before. We were distressed!
Each year for a decade we stayed at the Accommodations in Rocky Neck. Our first visit was with John to catch up on what he was doing in painting and just talking. It was wonderful talking to John. One year, we both found out about our love of New Mexico. He showed us some of his paintings of Taos. We bought two of them which we have in Florida.
As someone else said, John was the spirit of Rocky Neck. It will never be the same for us without John.
JacK Perry and Nancy Croce
Patricia Lambert
July 21, 2018
Jennifer and family..
I just learned of John's passing. I will always remember his bright smile when we visited your gallery and the times we shared at One Pride;s Lane celebrating the season. I treasure his works as did my husband. He will not be forgotten...nor will you. Stay well and beautiful..
Most sincerely, Patricia Lambert
Kitty Beer
October 17, 2017
What!? He can't be dead. He was so alive, so full of creativity and friendliness. Just saw him last summer during my usual stay at Rocky Neck. He was the spirit of Rocky Neck. Loved his son and wife and community. A terrible loss. I hope someone quickly organizes an exhibition of his wonderful paintings.
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Allen Sessoms
October 15, 2017
My family and I have been collecting Johns work for over 20 years. When my kids were little they fell in love with Johns sweeping scenes of Glouster Harbor and the quiet stillness of the harbor under ice. We ended up owning many of his larger works and a few small ones as well. John was a truly wonderful artist and person. We will miss him greatly.
Linda Sarabia Garvin
October 11, 2017
So sorry to hear of John's passing I knew him and dated him back in the 60's. A sweetheart and I so regret not getting up to see him once again and see his studio. Will get there when I can walk again (from my foot surgery) and hope to finally buy a painting. RIP John. You're going to be greatly missed!!❤❤
Linda Sarabia Garvin
October 4, 2017
We met John 30 years ago and bought one of his paintings.
We continued to buy a painting each year we visited Rocky neck, and they grace every room in our home.
Years ago, he stayed with us, as some folks had commissioned him to do some paintings around the Cleveland area.
I saw him the summer before last, and again, got a lovely painting, and shared a great conversation.
My heart goes out to his family and friends.
Love you always John...
Pamelinda and Ron O'Keefe
Lakewood, ohio
Tommy Melchionno
September 21, 2017
John and I met in the 5th grade and have been best of friends ever since We never lost contact with each other even though I have lived in Florida for over 40 years tryout all those. years when we get together it was like we were never apart We went thru it all the good times and the not so good times Me and my family were lucky enough to be with John and Jennifer over this 4th of July holiday week and we had our usual great time I will miss John he was a great husband father and friend he will be missed by many He was truly one of a kind. Till we meet again my friend my prayers are with you and your family
I will forever cheris my John Nesta painting. God Speed John....
Sarah Bruce
September 20, 2017
Terry Rubin
September 19, 2017
Sad to hear of John's passing. Many years since I lived in Gloucester and I still hold fond memories of John. So sorry for your loss.
Kelly Meehan
September 17, 2017
My heart goes out to John's family. I am so sorry for your loss. He will be missed and always remembered.
Karen Tedesco
September 17, 2017
I have admired Johns work since the 1980s and would always visit the gallery any time I I was in Rocky Neck His work always made me happy and I feel so fortunate to have had the privlidgev and experience of viewing Johns work My condolences to his family. I am deeply sorry.
Karen Tedesco
September 17, 2017
My name is Roseann (DiCologero) Perham and I grew up across the street from John,wayne and Janice.
I was so happy to see Johns work highlighted on Cronical and learn of his success as an artist.
I am so deeply sorry for your loss. John was always a kind loving person. He will be greatly missed.
Frank Quimby
September 17, 2017
You will live on in our memories. Amazing artist and fine gentleman.
September 17, 2017
Proud to have known you John, rest in peace. Joel Engelhardt.
Eileen Coleman
September 16, 2017
My condolences to John's family. Always loved his paintings - beautiful artist. One of my favorites.
September 16, 2017
John and I went to Vesper George school of Art , in 1966. I always admired his love of painting and his dedication to the Rocky Neck community. Whenever my wife and I visited cape Ann , we would check in with him. Rest in peace.
barb Kraby Costantino
September 16, 2017
To Johns Family..so sorry for the passing of John..Childhood friend from St . Marys Church..
Beth and Josh Bevins
September 16, 2017
John was one of the first people we met in Gloucester more than 30 years ago and was our introduction to Rocky Neck and many, many wonderful friendships. We first met him cruising around the harbor in his wonderful classic boat... that's how he will always be... cruising by with a wave and a heart as big as the ocean. One of our most treasured paintings is one he did of our old cabin cruiser. Rest easy, my friend, cruise on. Beth and Josh Bevins
<br />Sending our heartfelt condolences to the Nesta Family. John was an icon in the Rocky Neck and Gloucester community.
Jeffrey Ouellette
September 15, 2017
Sending our heartfelt condolences. John was an icon in the Rocky Neck and Gloucester community.
Deborah Harrison
September 15, 2017
John Nesta, a brilliant artist. John rest in peace. He will live in our hearts. Rocky Neck will never be the same. John passed away on my birthday, September 14. My condolences and prayers to his family . Deborah Harrison
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