David L. Green

Very saddened to hear of David´s passing. I only knew him for a few years as a fellow Board members of CAA and really appreciated his friendship and non profit knowledge.

So sorry to have missed the memorial for David at the Norwalk Art Space, right next door to his Cultural Alliance office of many years at the Lockwood-Mathews Mansion Gatehouse. I really admired his knowledge, British charm, and willingness to "connect the dots".
Deepest condolences to Family.
Diane Lauricella, Former Sono Arts Committee Chair

I am so sad to hear the news of David's passing. He was such a ray of light in the arts community here in Norwalk and was always making connections. He will be greatly missed.

It is with profound sadness that I learned of David's passing. My deepest condolences to Maureen, Ben, Will, Harry and family.

I first had the privilege of meeting David in 2015 when I joined the Weston Commission for the Arts. His passion for the arts was immediately apparent - a vibrant and infectious enthusiasm that truly inspired everyone around him. He wasn't just supportive; he actively fostered creativity and collaboration, elevating the entire artistic community.

His dedication was particularly evident during the pandemic. While many struggled, David found innovative ways to keep the arts alive, demonstrating remarkable resilience and a commitment to enriching the lives of others even amidst adversity. He embodied the spirit of Mark Twain's quote: "To be great, truly great, you have to be the kind of person who makes the others around you great." And that, in essence, is what David was - a truly great man.

David´s legacy extends far beyond his contributions to the arts. He leaves behind a rich tapestry of memories, friendships, and the tangible impact of his unwavering belief in the power of creativity. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

Patricia Perez Goodrich
WestonArts - Chair

Condolences to all of us who are grieving the loss of David Green, and of course to his dear wife Maureen and his children. David not only brought communities together, he created community, certainly for me. He is simply irreplaceable. I will always appreciate his friendship, his embrace and his support. I miss him.

I am deeply saddened to hear of David's passing. Not only was he an incredibly thoughtful contributor to the arts in Connecticut, but he was a genuinely kind and lovely human being. I feel grateful to have known him!

I a so saddened to hear of David's passing. He touched many lives. Many organizations and communities benefitted from his passion for the arts. May his memory be a blessing and may he rest in peace.

David was a remarkable individual who made a lasting impact on the arts and culture of Fairfield County. He was a passionate connector, tirelessly supporting the arts community and fostering collaboration among so many people and organizations. His leadership and kindness were invaluable to us all.

I feel fortunate to have had the opportunity to get to know David, whose unwavering dedication to his work and generosity of spirit left an indelible mark. He was always a warm and approachable advocate for the arts, and his legacy will continue to inspire us.

Thank you, David, for everything. You will be greatly missed.

Like many arts leaders, Frederic and I were lucky enough to come to know David first as Founders of Beechwood Arts & Innovation when his enthusiasm, support, participation (and reminders to turn in our paperwork!) greatly encouraged us throughout its 12 year run. When we sold Beechwood, we were lucky enough to work closely with David throughout 2024 as a colleague and consultant to us as we were laying the groundwork to launch The HIVE by Beechwood, another new, untested and even more expansive concept. Throughout the year, David brought his gifts to The HIVE acting as cultural connector, cheerleader, arts advocate/expert and passionate believer in The HIVE mission. (And, of course an always friendly but insistent "nudge" to everyone involved to keep things moving!) His belief in The HIVE concept was contagious and he will certainly be present in all the conversations, collaborations and arts events we and The HIVE Network present in 2025 and beyond. But, most of all, David will be remembered by us as a truly great friend and inspirational cheerleader who cared deeply, gave of himself and was passionate about collaboration and new ideas. David, we will miss you!

Querido David: Fue un honor conocerte y subir de su mano al escenario de los Héroes de las Artes de CT. Gracias por todo su apoyo y dedicación al arte y en particular a la comunidad latina. Maricarmen Godoy

David Green made a real difference as a spokesperson for the arts in Fairfield County. He will be missed by many, and will be remembered for his dedication.

David was an inspiration to the community theaters in Fairfield County. Coming out of COVID, he organized a discussion amongst the theaters' leaders to foster collaboration and sharing ideas so we could all grow. We were grateful for his leadership, guidance, and commitment to the arts in our local communities. Our condolences to his family and friends. Patricia Spugani and Joel Reynolds, Town Players of New Canaan

As Flinn Gallery Chair, I wish to send my condolences on behalf of all of us at the Flinn Gallery, on the loss of a truly great man. David was the consummate friend to the arts and we will all miss his enthusiasm, encouragement and care.

So very sorry to hear this news. David was a crucial advisor to Connecticut Dance School during the challenging Covid times for the Arts. He was wise, proactive, and helped MANY Arts organizations weather a difficult time.

I am so sorry to learn of his passing. The Graney-Greens were one of my favorite families in Fairfield. David was so kind and always so supportive of my daughter when we would see him at Warde music and theater events. So kind. Much love to you and the boys, Maureen. With love from Massachusetts

I am heartbroken to learn that David has passed. He was an extraordinary man, and I am so lucky to have known him. I will always remember him as an intelligent, kind, and generous man, who loved his family deeply and was passionate about his work. I will cherish our conversations forever, I learned so much from simply being around him. He will be sorely missed.

David was a true "mensch". He will be missed, he will be remembered
by this artist who had the exceptional fortune of knowing him for way too short a time.

I'm grateful to have come to know David so well over the years. As we delved into working together, he soon became a great partner, colleague, and meaningful friend. His openness and creativity, along with a view of the world from way up high (an Aquarian trait that we shared), acted to push us forward, try new ideas, and challenge the status quo. Keeping up with David's tireless energy (which had never been an issue in my life before) was, at times, daunting!

Most importantly, David genuinely cared about the work he did and the people involved. His efforts weren't mired in ego or self-aggrandizement. We were free to experiment, risk, learn, and try again. What a gift, and at the perfect time for me-desiring opportunities to apply systems thinking and support different ways of working together and listening to each other. David's caring and visionary spirit was always available and continues to accompany me in every pursuit. Thank you, my dear friend.

David was a force of nature. No one was a better champion of the arts in our region in CT than David. He was also kind and a great listener. He will be missed.

I really enjoyed working with David Green. He added so much to the art scene in Fairfield County. His energies were intense and focused on all the many arts events going on at once in Fairfield County. I will miss him terribly.Dolly Curtis
Art curator..artist and theatre critic

David was one of those rare persons who arrives in a new community, sees what it offers and needs, and transforms its identity from the bottom up. Did anyone think of Fairfield County as a fertile, distinct cultural region before David? Having grown up here, I never saw any evidence before David scoped out the landscape, brought us together, introduced us to one another, and created opportunities for collaborations. He was our Johnny Appleseed of cultural networks. We miss you David-- your vision, your grace, and persistence--and owe it to you to keep your legacy healthy.

Beyond saddened to hear this. David made an impact on so many of us with his unwavering support and encouragement. I still have no idea how he managed to be in so many places at one time, but I will always be grateful for the many times he showed up for openings when I thought no one would come, for the many conversations where he offered his advice and encouragement, for his kindness and his good humor. He will be remembered, and the ripples of his work will continue to spread.

It was a lucky day when David came to the Cultural Alliance of Fairfield County. He had tremendous passion and deep knowledge--a perfect combination for the work. I always enjoyed my conversations with David when we were colleagues. We shared time together last summer on my porch, and he told me all about the ways he had continued to bring his gifts to the community. You'll be missed, David. Peace. Ryan Odinak

David was best friends with my first wife Genie DeLamotte & me since his year abroad at Duke University in 1972-73. We were in the same dorm together (Wilson House), & went to many dinners & concerts & movies together that year. The next year we both visited Dave at Warwick University, & then saw a lot of each other all though graduate school & the years Dave was in NYC, where he met Maureen, who also became one of our best friends. We were so happy when Maureen & Dave first got together, & then married. Dave's joy in his family & the arts & his friends will be dearly missed by all of us who knew him

David's passing is so sad for our greater arts community. My deepest condolences to Maureen, Ben, Will and Harry and family. David will stay in our hearts, but he will be missed by us all.

Heartbroken - David was a supportive friend to every artist he met. A charming man, he is sorely missed. My condolences to his family.

Being a learned and active Thought Leader himself, David had a strong affinity with artists-writers-musicians-dancers; and scientists-mathematicians-engineers, and all problem-solving creatives. He cut a welcoming path into the NYC and Connecticut art worlds. David's deep wisdom of the arts led him to actively connect thinker-maker-doers with audience-patron-supporters in productive ways. David's life inspires us to immerse in the poetic and attract vivid creativity into our own lives.

Well done David, you were a good resourse. Vinny Verrillo

The world has lost a brilliant mind, kind soul, and champion of arts and culture. I enjoyed working with David tremendously and miss his wit and humor. My sincerest condolences to his family and friends.

I was fortunate to meet and then work with David for about six months in 2023. His honesty, gratitude, self-awareness, and relentless passion for the arts brought me great joy.

During our conversations we worked with a couple of metaphors that represented his current way in the world, and a future way to which he aspired. Respectively, they were the "Just Warrior-King" and the "Community Oak Tree." One of David's gifts was that he could call on the best aspects of each of these, as needed, to advocate for the arts (and laugh when he caught himself in certain aspects of the Just Warrior-King).

Rest in peace, David. Maureen, Benjamin, William, and Harold--please accept my condolences and my gratitude for knowing your husband and father.

With love,
Reggie Marra

My heartfelt condolences to David's family and friends. David was an unwavering champion of the arts and artists who always had his support and respect.
I met David shortly after taking a job in Norwalk where I quickly grew to admire his enthusiasm and knowledge for the arts. David's passion for learning, exploration and creativity was evident in everything he did.
You will be missed by many.

David Green was truly an innovative, intelligent and inspired leader in the Fairfield County Arts scene and community. I always enjoyed his enthusiasm, encouragement and support at openings and events. My sincere condolences to his wife and sons. It was an honor to know him.

My heartfelt condolences go out to David Green's family. Thank you for sharing him with us, the cultural arts community, all these years. You knew him as husband and father, and I cannot imagine your loss. I knew David as an amazing Arts Advocate with the Cultural Alliance of Fairfield County and beyond. His knowledge, breadth, and depth, of arts' organizations, artists, nonprofit organizations, and the humanities is legendary. Yet, what I will miss most about him is simply working with him and his creative ideas. He was always responsive and never hesitated to tackle a problem, himself, no matter how large or how small. He did it with ease, efficiency, and always, good spirits. His positive spark, in advocacy of the arts, and his good-naturedness are what I will miss the most. (And of course ... his British accent.)
- Adair Heitmann
Storyteller + Educator + Author + Artist

David was a very special person, fully engaged in arts & culture, non-profit organizations, and everything else supporting his advocacy! Heartfelt condolences to his family, colleagues, associates and friends, and all who respected and loved him. Who didn't know David ... he always brought a smile and his selfless contributions and inspirational legacy will continue forever.
Beverly Balaz, President of the Fairfield Chamber of Commerce

David Green was absolutely star, this is truly a loss for our society, His passion and dedication were an example of what a great leader can achieve. He supported our business in creating a niche for fashion creatives and was always was ready to share time and advice. My deepest condolences to his family and friends. It was a honor to be part of David´s life.
Irina Simeonova
New England Fashion and Design Association
RED Fashion School