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Gerry Niewood Obituary
Niewood, of Glen Ridge, N.J., was a saxophonist and member of jazz musician Chuck Mangione's band. In a statement Mangione, said: "I'm in shock over the horrible, heartbreaking tragedy."
Copyright © 2009 The Associated Press
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ronald milco
March 16, 2021
I offen listen to "Share my Dream" it remains one of my favorite CD's
Wonderful arrangements excellent sound RIP Gerry
Terry Wayland
July 20, 2016
So sorry Gurly to hear about your loss. I didn't know you where married to Gerry. Gerry an I played together a few times over the years in NJ , NY & PA. He was a fantastic musician an a great guy.
Be Well,
Terry
July 7, 2011
What a terrible loss. May your hearts be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well llived. Ps. 46:1.
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Gene and Bonnie Welgoss
February 19, 2009
To Gerry's family:
We were so looking forward to the Friday concert...Chuck, the Buffalo Philarmonic and especially Gerry playing "everything" as Chuck often introduced him...in our minds it will be the best concert we never heard...words can not express...
Hank Appelbaum
February 17, 2009
What an unthinkable, unfathomable tragedy My deepest sympathies go out to Gerry Niewood's family and friends.
Mary Sue Schmaltz
February 17, 2009
Gerry was a favorite at what used to be called the Cornerstone in Metuchen, NJ. Our local jazz community will miss him dearly.
He autographed my CD, "To a true fan." Indeed I was and I will miss his music and his presence.
Condolences to his family.
Back stage after a Chunck Mangione concert in Stuart, FL
Mary Sue Schmaltz
February 17, 2009
R Abel
February 16, 2009
It's always sad to hear of the loss of such a fine musician. Godspeed, Gerry!
Sara Pohlman
February 16, 2009
Kay and Adam and family - We are praying for God's comfort to be near to you during this tragic time and send our deepest sympathy to you. We will call at a later time, but please know that we are sending TONS of hugs and LOTS of love your way. Sara, Robin, Kendra and Kylie Pohlman
Mike Moran
February 16, 2009
To Adam and the Niewood Family,
Having just lost a loved one 3 weeks ago, we can understand the pain and loss you feel right now. Gerry will be remembered so lovingly becasue he touched so many lives.
Please hold each other close during this sad and difficult time. His legacy is his wonderful family and all that incredible music. Play on.
With deepest condolences,
Mike, Kate and Trey Moran and Kitty and Lou Tedesco
KEN & MARY O'DANIEL
February 16, 2009
SENDING OUR LOVE, PRAYERS,& CONDOLENCES TO THE NIEWOOD FAMILY, FRIENDS, & ALL WHO KNEW GERRY.
Marina Garcia
February 16, 2009
May you find comfort in your time of loss in the simplest gifts life gives us; a memory, a picture, a dream, or song and may you find your strength to move on only when you're ready. In remembrance of your loved one I sit and listen to Chase The Clouds Away. Now, if I could only take your tears and chase them away I wouldn't hesistate.
Wes Kar
February 15, 2009
Dear Gurly, Adam and Elisabeth,
While I did not know your husband/dad personally, I saw him perform twice last year with Chuck Mangione. What a talent he is.
I know you will miss him the most but many jazz aficionados, like me, will be grieving with you. I am keeping the entire Niewood family in my daily prayers as you recover from the loss of Gerry. The heavenly concert hall will be hearing his superb music soon.
Patricia Carey
February 15, 2009
I extend my sincere sympathies to Gerry's family and to his friends as well, particularly to Chuck Mangione. As a lifelong resident of Rochester, Gerry and Chuck's hometown, I have many fond memories of their music and concerts, particularly "Friends and Love," "Hill Where the Lord Hides" and "Freddie's Walkin.'"
Frank Bozak
February 15, 2009
My prayers and sympathy go out to all of Gerry's family and friends.
As a teenage woodwind student learning to double, Gerry was one of my biggest influences. I wore out my copy of "Land of Make Believe" playing my flute along with his, and marveling at his full and expressive tenor sound. With his studio work many people have enjoyed his talent, without even knowing who it was.
I met Adam while waiting for office hours with Mike Scott at Berklee. I was a year or two ahead of him at the time. although we really didn't know each other well, from that time on, we would always acknowledge each other when ever our paths crossed.
Almost forgot this one, one of my biggest thrills as a teenager was the time I was able to get in the green room at Philharmonic Hall after a Mangione concert and spoke to Gerry for about fifteen minutes.
Mark Schierbecker
February 14, 2009
I first heard Gerry's work with Chuck Mangione back in the 70's. He was an incredible musician who brought both joy and tears with his melodic playing. My thoughts and prayers are with Gerry's family, his friends, and the many fans of his who will mourn his loss until the day of our own. Rest easy with the angels Gerry. Thank you for the great music you have left us. You will live forever through your music.
Irma Legon
February 14, 2009
My prayers are with you at this time,I went to school with Gerry and knew him well as a teen,He truly was a great guy, we all mourn with you on your loss,God bless you
Richard Delehanty
February 14, 2009
Dear Adam and family,
I'm very sorry to hear about your loss.
Bobbi Varadi
February 14, 2009
I am so very sorry for your loss. We will all remember him in our hearts forever.
February 14, 2009
To Gerry's family, friends and colleagues, we are so sorry for your loss.
Marla Eglowstein
February 14, 2009
Gerry performed with Chuck Mangione at Williamsville South HS on January 27, 1973, together with our orchestra and band. I will never forget the experience of playing with them. Thank you, Gerry, for the incredible gifts you have given for so many years. My deepest condolences to your family and friends.
Joe Sorrentino
February 13, 2009
An old acquaintance, A musical mentor, a true musical genius who was one of the new musical innovators who brought the soprano sax in to a re-birth at a time when jazz fans were searching for a new direction among the metallic sounds of the early seventies. One of the most under-rated soloists who was so melodic in his playing that his improvisations became new melodies of their own. He searched for and found new notes, not in the typical “runs” but explored the fringe of Melodic, Harmonic, Mixolydian and Phrygian modes always coming back to the basic structure of a composition. Gerry was generous in sharing his knowledge and technique to those of us where were young and thirsty for a new and peaceful sound while displaying a uniquely fresh and different palette of tonal colors. I could never get enough of Gerry. Every improvisation was a fresh, new approach, never laying down the same lines. He was an extension of Trane, Shorter, Bechet, and even Herbie Mann. He was a quiet and peaceful soul who didn’t want the limelight but was always there in the section as a multi-reed marvel who mastered all of the woodwinds including the haunting alto flute. Your absence leaves a void that cannot be filled in this lifetime.
Joe Sorrentino
Mike Morris
February 13, 2009
I first heard Gerry play with the Chuck Mangione Quartet 33 years ago, and I immediately became a lifelong fan. My thoughts and prayers are with his friends, family and colleagues.
David Mavis
February 13, 2009
As a long time Clarence resident, my deepest sympathy goes out to you. His wonderful musical ability has provided me with years of pleasure and enjoyment from various Chuck Mangione recordings. May it bring you comfort in knowing that he is at peace, and will be forever remembered as the one who musically brought sunshine into homes by "Chasing the Clouds Away." God Bless.
February 13, 2009
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. An admirer of Gerry Niewood, a great musician, will be sadly missed.
DYLAN RIVIS
February 13, 2009
As an ex-Toronto resident for 15 years, seeing the Chuck Mangione Orchestra at Ontario Place was a thrill not to be missed.I know the whole orchestra and all the band's fans will be grieving for Gerry.
doris rainey
February 13, 2009
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
February 13, 2009
My sympathy to Gerry's family.
The world lost a wonderfull person and a great musician.
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