JOHN L. NESTA

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.❤

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...

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

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.

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.

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

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...

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...