Michael-Gerry-Obituary

Michael Gerry

Chicago, Illinois

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Michael Gerry, artist, 56, died suddenly on Wed, July 23 of a brain aneurysm at his home in Rockford. His dramatic floral paintings were sold locally at The Studio of Long Grove & Hilligoss Galleries. A memorial service will be held Sunday, July 27 at NW Community Center,...

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So sad to hear of Michael's passing. Much, much to soon. I have enjoyed the priveledge of selling his beautiful paintings for over 13 years. Truly, he will be missed. My heartfelt condolences go out to his family and friends. I hope he is with God this very moment, painting up a storm!

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I am so saddened to hear of Michael's passing. I own one of his paintings and it is one of my most cherished possessions. What a great talent. Please know that he brought great joy to so many people through his art.

Micheal was my first oil painting teacher. I attended a couple of the workshops he led at the Tower's studio and The Next Picture Show. A wonderful guy and teacher. He loved making art and shared his enthusiasm with his students. He will be missed. Sincere condolences to his family.

Michael eating peanut butter sandwiches and drinking red wine after hanging his show, is a wonderful memory. We shared laughter, painting and selling his art.
Michael, you are missed.

I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Michael was a great person and a wonderful teacher. As a student in his class, I learned a lot from Michael. He will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.

I so enjoyed working with Michael in the summer of 2007. He taught me most of what I know about oil painting and I will remember him each time I look at those paintings.

My heart goes out to family and friends of Michael. I had the opportunity to take workshops under his teaching and was amazed how swiftly he turned a blank page to a great piece of art. Was looking forward to the group paint outs. I am so glad he was willing to avail himself to us.

My deepest sympathies to Michael's family and dear friends. He was the driving force for me to get back into painting. He will always be in my heart. Peace.

My heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with the Gerry family; may your memories of Mike and his incredible talent sustain you in this sad time and in the years to come. Cathy Veal