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BORN
1960
DIED
2019
Walter Mosley Obituary
He is survived by his mother, Mary Hardy Mosley of Conway, AR; his father, Walter Lynn Mosley, Sr., of San Francisco, CA; as well as his sister, Molly Mosley-Goren of Chicago; and his brother, Rusty Mosley of Conway, AR. He also is survived by loving in-laws, nieces, nephews, and a host of long-time friends and supporters.
His family will be holding a private graveside service. In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting that any donations be given to local artists and faith communities in his honor.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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for Walter Mosley
Francine Florentz
March 23, 2019
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Lenore Harris-Mann
March 10, 2019
My heart is so saddened by Walter Mosley's passing... such a gifted artist. Talented, Kind and Sensitive. An artist friend referred me to Walter when I needed to create a website for my late husband, a leading actor and teacher in the USA. I had my ideas and he enhanced them with his skill and knowledge...we worked together for many months. He spoke always in a caring, clear voice. It was an emotional creation for me ...this website of a great theatrical artist I was married too -- my soulmate -- and Walter's sensitivity eliminated any conflict. His sense of professionalism and concern was such that though he was dying, (which I did not know until later), he left a message for me on my phone telling me to call the company handling my website.... he had contacted them and explained that he would no longer be able to host it. My first reaction was how amazing... here he was so ill but he took the time to call me, not an intimate friend but a client if you will, to make sure my website would be taken care of. What a mark of his outstanding character. Oh! Life is so sad when those people you love or in Walter's case those talents that touch you professionally, are taken from us.... I believe in the spiritual Universe, I believe in God and that all those we miss are safe, at Peace and at rest and and are with us evermore.
Lenore Harris, Actress and Teacher
New York City
March 7, 2019
My prayers and thoughts are with the Mosley family.
Joseph Grieco
March 7, 2019
An honor and a comfort to have known this wonderful soul and truley talented artist. Not enough can be said of his kind and gentle nature. He will be missed, and his memory cherished always. May he rest in peace.
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Liz Buckley
February 15, 2019
I was stunned to read the announcement of Walter's passing at the Art Students League. He was such a nice guy, so devoted to painting, so kind, with a wry sense of humor.
I am glad Walter lived his life as he wanted to, following his heart and always painting.
Rest in peace, Walter. Thanks for being exactly who you were.
Ann Procacci
February 13, 2019
I've known Walter for 28 years. We met in Frank Mason's painting class.
He was a devoted and true artist.
May he rest in peace with God
Bart Pass
February 11, 2019
I wanted to express my sincere condolences to your family. I worked with Walter as a monitor in Gregg Kruez's class for one year. And I knew him from studying with Tom Torak. He was always great to work with.
I really admired Walter when he left the League and worked as an artist on his own. I know how difficult that can be. He was a truly dedicated, professional artist.
I actually met his mother at the League on one of her visits. My grandparents had a farm in Forest, MS, so we had that connection.
God bless your family.
Eileen and Ric Michel
February 11, 2019
A kind and gentle soul, Walter met life's challenges with grace
and shared readily of his abundant talents. Our condolences to his many friends and loved ones.
Alberte Bernier
February 11, 2019
I will miss Walter. You were a great watercolor teacher.
Carol Magai
February 11, 2019
Walter was such a gift to our class and we will sorely miss him. I appreciated him especially for his encouragement and for his constructive feedback, which was always delivered with caring and sensitivity. A wonderful lovely man and creative artist. May he rest in peace.
Diane Katz
February 10, 2019
Though I knew Walter for a very short time, he affected me greatly. He was a dedicated, good artist and teacher and a lovely person. I am sorry I did not have more time with him.
Eileen Wartenberg
February 10, 2019
His dedication to his art, to his students, and his kindness will be missed. The image of him bicycling all aroundbNYC in rain or shine, cold or heat, to capture his fine images of the city, will be an inspiration. My condolences to the family he loved.
Jane Schwartz
February 10, 2019
Walter was a fine and highly effective teacher, very dear to me and I will miss him daily. My condolences to his family and dear friends.
Tarryl & Cameron Gabel
February 10, 2019
Walter will be missed, he was very loved. Our sincerest condolences, as well as prayers for healing and comfort to Walter's family and friends.
February 8, 2019
Thinking of you and your family, Mary!
Love You!
Carol Rolf
Molly
February 8, 2019
Thanks to all for your support and words of comfort. In lieu of flowers, please support art, artists and faith organizations in your local communities.
--from Walter's siblings, Molly and Rusty
Ron and Debbie Edgmon
February 8, 2019
Prayers for the family. He will be greatly missed.
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