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Greg Owen Scott

Greg Scott Obituary

Greg Owen Scott

January 10, 2021

Greg Owen Scott died January 10th, 2021 after complications from a heart attack. Greg led a life of art and creation, representing the world around him through paint, illustration, and design. Art was easily his most fluent language and his talent was endless.

Raised in Nebraska, Greg started doing rock posters and music-related art from the time he was in high school. Right out of college Greg went west and was hired by Rolling Stone in 1974. He spent the next 6 years designing and illustrating for the magazine. This led to freelancing in NYC, and doing a series of album covers for Blue Oyster Cult at Columbia.

Greg has illustrated for Rolling Stone, The New York Times, New York Magazine, Esquire, Psychology Today, Games Magazine, Science Digest, Popular Mechanics, The Museum of Modern Art, and numerous other national publications and institutions.

Most recently Greg was using his time to teach art at Behavioral and Integrated Health Services in Lincoln, NE. Greg was a lover of chess, sports, movies, and music --at one point having over 2000 records lining the walls of his NM apt.

Along Greg's journey he struggled with his mental health, and his disease isolated and complicated his life. We as a family want to shed light on this problem that haunts so many but is often not spoken of. If you are experiencing hardship of any kind please reach out to the people around you, you are loved.

Preceded in death by his parents Bob and Millicent Scott. Survived by son Seth S. Scott and his partner Jessica Kostelnick, daughter Claire M. Scott, brothers Gary and Jon Scott, sister Julie and her husband George BuAbbud, Seth's mom Holly Sherwood, and many loving nieces and nephews.

A private family memorial service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers please make a donation to Behavioral and Integrated Health Services in Lincoln, NE. For condolences please email: [email protected]

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Lincoln Journal Star on Jan. 20, 2021.

Memories and Condolences
for Greg Scott

22 Entries

Gary Bodman

July 25, 2025

I met Greg in Albuquerque when we both lived in apartments near El Dorado High School. We talked and he told me his stories. He was so sincere and creative. His talent was evident in his artwork. I saw commissions for so many different things. I bought a couple things from him when he moved on, and we stayed acquaintances and talked on the phone. He was always willing to share ideas. Knowing Greg brought a deeper understanding of life to me. I can imagine his life like a Herman Hesse novel, it was so full. Dedication to ideals, a simple life lived with extreme complexity, and talent that leapt from his fingertips like summer butterflies.

Cathy Morales

October 10, 2024

I am so sorry to see that Greg passed away. He was my favorite instructor at the Art Center in Albuquerque back in the early 90's. My youngest daughter also struggles from mental illness being bipolar. I definitely under his struggle.

Jason Sichler

June 25, 2024

I am sorry to have found this news...Greg was one of my art school instructors in Albuquerque in the late 80's. I always enjoy conversations with Greg and listening to his stories. Even years after graduating, I had ran into him a couple times at the local grocery store....It was always nice to see him! Rest in Peace my friend and thank you for you influence with art......

Mark

April 15, 2024

My sincere condolences for your loss. Greg was a great guy and wonderful artist who I had the pleasure of learning from at the Art Center. He is missed I remember he said he created the Redi Kilowatt logo and recently found this first aid kit w him on it.

Mike Nushawg

January 14, 2023

You´re still in our thoughts.

Lori Festa

October 31, 2021

It is your birthday today and I will always remember that Halloween is your day, but it is also the day I learned that you are no longer with us, my friend. The last time I visited you, you gave me some special gifts to treasure... your artwork. This is the bond we shared as artists. You will always live on in my heart, dear art brother.

Pat (Legate) Stejskal

February 12, 2021

I met Greg when I was a student at The University of Nebraska. We went out on a few dates, and I always will remember what a gentleman he was. Our first date was to his church and a service on Sunday! I was so sorry to hear of his passing. His art was genius! Sincere condolences to the family.

Judy Vassar

January 24, 2021

My heart is heavy. I knew Greg for a short time in NYC somewhere between 1987-1990. He was very sweet and a sensitive guy with a great smile and laugh. So sorry to hear this news. He was an amazing artist. Prayers and love.

Manuel Alzaga

January 23, 2021

Met him at a record cpnvention when i moved to Albq back aprind 93-94. We hung out when he lived in Albq until he moved to CA. Rest easy amigo

Mike Nushawg

January 22, 2021

Knew Greg from UNL when he was a student and I was a professor. We shared a birthday ,Oct. 31 , a kidded each other over the years whenever that date approached. Sadly we never were able to get together. I shall miss having Greg in this earthly world.

Gretchen Bright

Planted Trees

Scott McLaughlin

January 22, 2021

The adventure that comes to mind is a sunny day on cross country skis in the Fraser experimental forest. He did find delight in the name.

Steve Shelley

January 22, 2021

Greg was a year older than I. We got as close as two kids in a high school art studio can get. He was smart, sensitive, and even then you could tell he was a genius at graphic art. He was kind to me and i'm sorry to hear this news; my condolences to his close and extended family. He will be missed.

Douglas Scott Treado

January 21, 2021

Greg and I were close friends since 1971, meeting at the Univ. of Nebraska/Lincoln. We shared many interests and adventures over several decades, but I lost touch with him after 2007...Sorry to hear of his passing. He was a most talented artist, and we had many mutual friends over the years. While I lived in California, 1974-'86, I also represented artists as Freeman Zygote, and Greg and I had many opportunities during those years, with both visual and performing artists. I'm sad to learn that he is gone, as I had tried many times to locate him since 2007. I still have photos from time together, and have shared some of these with friends and family. Again, my condolences to his family members.

Ann Merville

January 21, 2021

Greg made an amazing picture for my website, Juanita's Odyssey. His artistry was superb !

Keith Jacobshagen & Paula Day

Planted Trees

Janice Kostelnick

January 20, 2021

My deepest condolences, the world is a richer place for having him in it. His legacy of creativity lives on. My heart is heavy for your loss. I still can see him beaming on your wedding day Seth, proud, loving and full of so much joy.

Diana (Green) Watson

January 20, 2021

I am so sorry to hear of Greg´s passing. I was a HIgh School friend and have so many incredibly wonderful memories of him. My thoughts and prayers to you.

Gretchen Bright

January 20, 2021

I´ve known Greg since I´d moved to Albuquerque in 1990. He was always an inspiring soul, full of love and support for his friends. I´m very sorry to see him go.

Jim Vakoc

January 20, 2021

So sorry to hear of Greg's passing. I met Greg via Kent Bellows, and Kent always talked so highly of Greg. that made me feel like I knew him. I did meet him a time or two here in Omaha. Please accept my deepest sympathy.

Tom Cullinan

January 20, 2021

Rest in peace, old friend.

Jeanne Harris hinz

January 20, 2021

He was a great guy. Loved him since I was 17 years old. God give him peace and rest. Always in my heart

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