CLAUDE SIMARD Obituary

SIMARD--Claude, originally of Larouche, Quebec, passed away suddenly at age 57 on Tuesday, June 24. A resident of New York City since the 80s, he attended the Whitney Independent Study Program from 1983-84. Claude was the proud co-founder of Jack Shainman Gallery and a figure in the international art community. He started the gallery with his close friend Jack Shainman more than 30 years ago to enrich the lives of artists and those around them. Known for his kind words and innumerable acts of generosity, his quiet demeanor was only matched by his exuberance and expert eye. He nurtured the careers of numerous artists and touched the lives of countless individuals who credit him with their appreciation and love for art. An artist in his own right, his works and performances have been presented in the United States, Canada, Europe and Australia. He is survived by his mother, Marguerite, his sisters Guylaine, Gervaise and Nathalie, his brother Guy, and his beloved nieces and nephews Erika, Jean-Francois, Larry-Christopher, Pierre-Olivier, Anne-Julie, Anne-Catherine, Marie-Laurence, Amanda, Marc-Anthony, Alexandra, and Etienne. He will be deeply missed and may his name soon be spoken without effort. Funeral services will take place at Frank E. Campbell, 1076 Madison Avenue, on July 2 at 4pm. In lieu of flowers, donations in Claude's memory should be made to the Ali Forney Center,
www.aliforneycenter.org.

Published by New York Times on Jun. 27, 2014.
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In loving memory of a wonderful person. Art world will love you and miss you always

Tallur L.N.

July 3, 2014

The Jack Shainmann Gallery continuously opens the eyes and minds of countless people and in no small part to the passionate effort of Claude Simard...our understanding of the world is always and forever expanded through our experience with art works..thank you Claude.. you will be so missed, we grieve..

lisa fiel

July 2, 2014

Although I never knew you personally, the contributions you made to the art world reveals a light into a life that will live on forever. God bless your family and friends.

Lee Bailey

June 30, 2014

My condolences to his family and friends. I lost a friend and the city of New York will never be the same without Claude.

Jean-Pierre Seguin

June 27, 2014

With many thoughts and deepest sympathy, I pray that God comforts and strengthens your family through this most difficult time. (John 11:40-44)

June 27, 2014

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