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1955
DIED
2022
John Randall Obituary
Jay was born in Connecticut, but spent most of his life in Williamstown, MA and later in Pittsfield, MA. He was a graduate of Mt. Greylock Regional High School. He was a talented artist, attending the Rhode Island School of Design from 1973-1976.
Jay was a kind soul, always ready for a laugh and a smile. He loved his friends, his books, his newspapers and watching his beloved Red Sox and Bruins. He is predeceased by his parents, John and Rita Randall. Survivors include his sister, Erin Randall Ornsteen of Portsmouth, RI, his cherished niece and nephew, Lilly and Sam Ornsteen of Portsmouth, and a brother, Mark Randall of Chandler, AZ.
Jay was an avid reader and walked to the library every day, rain or shine. Donations in Jay's name to the Berkshire Athenaeum would be greatly appreciated (link below)
Expressions of loss can be sent to: Erin, Lilly & Sam Ornsteen, 69 Massachusetts Blvd., Portsmouth RI 02871.
A celebration of Jay's life will be held on January 31st from 4-7 at Otto's Kitchen & Comfort, 95 East St., Pittsfield, MA 01201: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/jay-randall-celebration-o
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Philip (Fee) Mitropoulos
July 5, 2023
I was at RISD with Jay, a year behind him. We had good times, lots of laughs, and oh boy, could the guy draw like no other. Godspeed.
Kiki Emery
November 29, 2022
Dear Erin and family, I just heard the heartbreaking news that Jay passed away. Jay was a good friend of my sister Francie. I always new what a kind man he was. My sister would always mention what a talented, extraordinary artist he was as well. I am so sorry for your loss of such a remarkable brother/uncle. Love, Kiki
Karen Jones waldron
November 26, 2022
So sorry to hear that Jay passed away. He was a sweet, loving, kind person. I´m glad to have know him. Sorry for your loss.
Dawn Atwell Jayko
November 25, 2022
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
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