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for Lynn Votaw
Eileen McNellis Clark
January 9, 2011
I only discovered Lynn had passed when I tried to find him on facebook today. I knew him from the old Red Robin days and have one of his charming paintings here in my home. So many good memories. Thank you, Lynn.
Mel Monk
January 5, 2011
I traded art with Lynn back in WSU, Pullman days and stayed in touch in the early 70,s while in Seattle. Such fond memories, a wonderful person,he helped me to see..... Mel Monk
September 13, 2010
I have a cherished painting of Lynn's in my dining room. It is a history of Seattle in the 70's; everything in it from postcards to a photo of Eddie Jefferson taken by Preston.....
He was a gentle man and a wonderful human.
Paulette Markwood, St. Croix, Virgin Islands
Annie 1971
Larry B
September 13, 2010
I didn't know Lynn but was Annemarie's boyfriend in Junior and Senior High School. The memorial was an amazing dedication to both Lynn and Annie. I was happy to see that Annie had found a person that so mirrored her interests. Our time together as kids was spent at concerts, involved in art of any form, and laughing.
Barbara Stoner
September 12, 2010
Grateful to have been able to attend the memorial yesterday at which time I was reminded of another memory of Lynn. The time at the studio when he told me he had actual tape recordings of Lawrence Ferlinghetti reading his own poetry. I thought I would never forget that, but I almost did. I didn't find the time to go back and listen to them, but I did think how cool it was to know somebody like that.
lynn with a love
lynn votaw
September 10, 2010
Buddy Foley
September 10, 2010
Smiling...smiling...smiling.. sitting on his motorcycle in front of the old Red Robin... what a poised and talented artist..quick with a "Hello" and always willing to help people..too early gone...loved and mist by many...rest in peace...bff
Kathryn Henne
September 5, 2010
Lynn was a great fishing buddy, and I have a few of his paintings. I was so sad to hear of his passing and Annemarie's too. I am REALLY sorry that I did not get the email about thier memorial until 2:46 pm on the day of. I missed it and I could just cry - in fact I will. Please know that I loved them alot and wish I was there with you.
Angeline Lee
August 30, 2010
Memorial Update: Since we have so little time, we can start a little earlier, at 11:30 a.m. Here are the new details:
A memorial for Lynn Votaw and Annemarie Paulman will be held on Saturday, September 11, from 11:30 - 3:00 p.m. at the MV Skansonia, 205 NE Northlake Way “A” Dock, Seattle, WA 98105.
I look forward to seeing you there.
Angeline
john delarue
August 25, 2010
RIP
a favorite painting in my mother's house/ now sold elsewhere
lynn votaw
August 24, 2010
lynn @ guy fawkes party 2008
lynn votaw
August 22, 2010
Angeline Lee
August 21, 2010
Dear friends and family - A memorial for Lynn Votaw and Annemarie Paulman will be held on Saturday, September 11, from 12:00 - 3:00 p.m. at the MV Skansonia, 205 NE Northlake Way “A” Dock, Seattle, WA 98105.
Thank you so much for your stories, thoughts and love. - Angeline
even younger
lynn votaw
August 20, 2010
lynn early
lynn votaw
August 20, 2010
a younger lynn
lynn votaw
August 20, 2010
lynn in his prime
August 19, 2010
August 18, 2010
Hello Rose-
I tried returning you message but got blocked. Scoop
A Friend
August 15, 2010
Lynn you would have seriously enjoyed the party at Howard Browns home...he and the wife and your many friends put on a loverly event, crowded with good vibes, cold beer and lots of great food. Only thing missing was you!
August 14, 2010
Thanks Lynn! From 1967 the Jefferson Airplane and the appearance of the little very real one through our intertwined and somewhat parallel lives, our indelible and delight filled European adventure, our shared love and care for Anne Marie,your vision on my walls but special gratitude for being the respectful grateful mensch who contributed his sense of what was right. You are faith sustaining. Bon Voyage [email protected] Bob Austing
a friend
August 11, 2010
Those of you who have artwork avaialble for a future retrospective please leave you rname and art info as a comment at http://lynnvotaw.blogspot.com
thank you, god bless.
Lynn, as a Senior in high school
Carole Manning-Fetterman
August 11, 2010
This is how I remember Lynn when we went to high school together. I still have one of his early paintings, which his mother and I watched him paint when he was age 16. What a talent!
Reg McDonald
August 10, 2010
To have to miss Lynn forever is just a tragedy. But to have known Lynn and his art and his kind and gentle way, was such a pleasure and really fun too. The stories are many. I feel lucky to have some of Lynn's art. I look at it every day over the years. It's beautiful, it makes me smile. That is a huge gift. Thank you Lynn. Rest easy.
Reg McDonald
Love this. Looks like Wallingford studio?
August 10, 2010
Portrait of Lynn by Preston Wadley
August 10, 2010
Lynn - March, 2009
August 10, 2010
Scoop
August 8, 2010
I feel honored to have known Lynn since the 60's and to be the proud owner of several of his works. He was not only a terrific, dedicated artist, he was a great friend and will be sorely missed.
Stan Moffett
August 7, 2010
Lynn was a unique individual, both physically and artistically beautiful, and will be missed. A few months ago a friend and I were going over the old days and he mentioned a number of people, many of whom I remembered. Lynn was one and I called him as a 'voice from the past'. We spent some quality time at a local establishment, which I am grateful for.
I first met Lynn in 1966, when I visited a buddy of mine who was a student at WSU at the same time as Lynn. I would run into Lynn periodically after that in Seattle (attending my first marriage in 1967 and around town).
I spoke to him a week or so before his passing. He told me he appreciated all the friends & acquaintances reaching out.
My only regret is in not reaching out a lot sooner to reconnect and spend a bit more time with this gentle soul.
A. Friend
August 7, 2010
Looks like there will be a gathering of friends at the Two Bells on Sunday from 2pm on celebrate Lynn and AnneMaries lives...this is the first of several events and one big family style memorial is being planned for a few weeks out. Putting our collective minds together to make the upcoming memorial a real tribute is important as well as gathering info about Lynn's artwork for a future retrospective. A facebook page and a Blog are in the works.
Peggy Andersen
August 7, 2010
Kind, gentle, talented, funny - and such a flirt with those beautifiul eyes, his great woolly warmth.
Lynn helped my find the path to my own life when we met in the rolling treeless sea of the Palouse. Then he surprised me on Brooklyn, when he moved next door in '67 with his white rabbit.
He always made me smile. He always will.
Love to Angie, with her legacy of memories and mystery.
Peace to Lynn and Annemarie and all of us who loved them.
Carole Manning Fetterman
August 6, 2010
Lynn was a year behind me in high school and even though I lost track of him, I never forgot him and still cherish the memories of him. Even back then he was an artistic talent and a friend to all. Rest in peace my dear friend.
Floyce Alexander
August 5, 2010
I had the pleasure of sharing a house with Lynn the last year both of us lived in Pullman, Washington. I have now the pleasure of seeing daily his fine painting "A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Trout" over the piano in our living room. Then too, I've been privileged to get to know at least one of his closest friends better during the all-too-brief days of his illness. May Lynn and Annemarie rest in peace. And may his friends work through their sadness.
Barbara Stoner
August 4, 2010
I knew Lynn from long ago at the Eastlake Zoo. He was kind, intelligent and funny - the best kind of human being, and I am grateful I could call him friend.
Mary Evans (formerly Nunley)
August 4, 2010
Lynn was a beauty, just a beautiful soul. He had an aura of pure delight that was childlike and magical. It could be over something as simple as a chicken casserole, or an “Aha!” moment of vast complexity. Those blue eyes would sparkle just the same.
You could tell him about your joys, or heartaches, or confusion, or anything, and he wouldn’t judge you or ever betray you. He would often offer advice based on rare perceptions that could only be Lynn’s.
His art made me laugh, made me think , sometimes filled me with awe, and sometimes made me wonder what the hell he was doing! It didn’t matter, his enthusiasm was always more than enough.
We spent times with our little girls playing together, and those are such sterling memories; there are so many memories with Lynn that are treasures. All of us have them, and we’re all so very lucky to have known him.
Lynn knows who wanted to say goodbye and didn’t get the chance, I’m sure. It’s okay. If you knew Lynn, you knew he loved you and that he always would. I know he still goes on loving all of us.
billy king
August 4, 2010
Lynn Votaw was an excellent artist dealing in mental images and formats that made one think. I liked his work a lot and I enjoyed seeing him at openings as he always had time to say hello. His skills were obvious but he was a humble man. He will be missed.
Angel Nunley
August 3, 2010
I remember playing at Lynn's house with Angie as a kid. Rambling, bohemian and comfortable.
In particular I loved his painting 'here come the brides' - I think that was the name. Lovely 19th century ladies puking over the side of a boat. When he painted it I was doing elementary school study on Seattle’s history so I knew all about the brides boated over. I felt part of the crowd that got the joke. Hilarious. A moment to savour as a kid, knowing you ‘got’ an adult reference. I also remember it as being quite beautiful.
There were a few artists around in that network of parents friends in the 70’s, but I always loved Lynn’s paintings best. I guess because I associated them with his charm and wit.
Thinking of Angie and all those who loved Lynn. From memory, there were legions.
Don Gillingham
August 3, 2010
I am so sorry to hear this news. I talked to Lynn earlier in July and he told me what he was facing, but had anticipated a longer period to address the prognosis of his cancer. Lynn was a very good friend, begining in High School, and thereafter. I have never known anyone that could do with ease what most of us struggled to do. Art, Music, Athletics, Friendships, Scholastics, were all easy for him. A sad ending. My sympathy to family and friends.
Lynn French
August 3, 2010
I knew Lynn and Annemarie for over 30 years or so. Both great people and they will be missed.
Angel Nunley
August 3, 2010
As a kid I loved Lynn's painting 'here come the brides' (please someone correct me if I got the title wrong!) showing the lovely 19th century ladies puking over the side of the boat. I think I saw it at the same time we were covering Seattle history in the 5th grade. Hiarious and, from memory, quite beautiful.
A charmer, a talent. Missed.
Jamie Luce
August 2, 2010
Lynn lived across the street from me and my family in the Wallingford neighborhood.He was probably the first neighbor we met,it was hard not to notice the eclectic artist with the studio burgeoning with memorabilia.Lynns' longtime dwelling looked like Deluxe Junk co-mingling with Ye Olde Curiosity Shop.Lynn always had time to talk,and I think he laughed every time I saw him.We were sorry to see him move out of Wallingford,and we are very sorry to hear he has moved on once again. I'm sure he is laughing and smiling somewhere.He will be truly missed.
Jamie Luce
Laurel Nunley
August 2, 2010
I've know Lynn all my life. I love him so much. Talented artist, great conversationalist and giver of loving smiles. I always have and always will think of Lynn with that kind of love that comes from deep inside -the knowing love that spans over a lifetime with friends and family. Big hug to you Lynn and all who read this.
Jennifer Kurczak
August 1, 2010
I am so, so sorry for your loss of your father and Annemarie. I worked with Annemarie at the UWMC. She was an absolute joy to be around. I can tell you that she loved your dad so much!!!! My heart broke for her during her suffering, but now there will be no more suffering for her or Lynn. God Bless You, Jennifer Kurczak
J.L. Tiffany Aboitiz
August 1, 2010
I am sorry that another good person was taken so early. RIP Lynn
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