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Stephen Brown Obituary
Born in Greeley, Colorado was a full professor at the University of Hartford Art School. An accomplished artist: a Yaddo fellow, a painting award from the National Academy of Arts and Letters, membership of National Academy of Design. His paintings are in these collections: the Hofstra, Albany, Mattatuck, New Britain American Art, the Speed Art Museums and the Academy of Design. The New York Forum Gallery represents his art.
Survivors include: wife, Gretchen Treitz Brown; son, Rushton J.T. Brown; daughter and Hannah Brown; mother, Mildred L. Ballard; sister, Linda Brown-Larson; other nieces and nephews; extended Louisville family, Dorothy and Conrad Hibbitt, JeanLee and John Treitz, Marty Treitz Latter (Bob), Richard H. Treitz, Jr., John G. Treitz, Jr. (Susan), Jeannie Treitz, R. Greg Treitz (Harriet), Madison H. Latter and Stephanie Latter Weller (Bryan).
Visitation is 2-5 p.m. Sunday, October 25, 2009 at Southwick Forastiere Funeral Home, 624 College Highway, Southwick, MA. Funeral service will be 10 a.m. Monday, October 26, 2009 at Pilgrim Covenant Church, 605 Salmon Brook St. Granby, CT. Burial is in Silver Street Cemetery, Granville, MA. Memorial contributions may be made to Pilgrim Covenant Church, 605 Salmon Brook St. Granby, CT. 06035 or Milestone Ministries for the Homeless, 34-40 Front St. Building 6L 2nd Floor, Indian Orchard, MA 01151.
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for Stephen Brown
James Gardner
July 13, 2010
It is months since he’s been gone, yet I learned only today of Stephen’s passing. We knew each other at Colorado State and, over the years since, I have followed his work. It is a loss that there should be no more of it. He was a real painter. Rarer still among painters who are any good, he was a good man.
James Gardner
Lampang, Thailand
Robert & Cheryl Fishko
November 5, 2009
No artist was more dedicated or talented, and no person we know more courageous than Stephen Brown. His unique talent will be missed, as will be his kindness, determination and humor.
Debbie Frenchman Kissel
October 26, 2009
Stephen was definitely my favorite teacher at HAS. My fondest memories of painting are under his instruction. He helped to mold and shape the artist and teacher I am today. I have always thought about Stephen over the years and I am saddened by this horrific news. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and dear friends.
Sandra Jeknavorian
October 25, 2009
Stephen was my mentor and favorite teacher at Hartford Art School. He had a major influence on my life, encouraging me to study painting and pursue a career teaching college art. I wouldn't be who I am today if I hadn't met him. He was an amazing artist and such an inspiration. I offer my deepest condolences.
Eric Stegmaier
October 23, 2009
Although I never had Stephen as a teacher while at the Hartford Art School, I was always enamored by his work and dedication.
With deepest sympathy and a heavy heart I offer my condolences.
October 23, 2009
Stephen was one of my oldest friends from college at CSU. What a wonderful person and friend he was during those crazy days. He was destined to be a great artist and clearly listened to and stayed with this passion.
My deepest condolences to all of you - especially knowing the horror of his illness over the past years.
Fondly,
Meryl Nierman
Colleen Giroux
October 23, 2009
Gretchen, Rush, and Hannah-
So sorry for your loss. You are all in our prayers.
Love,
Colleen, Walter, and Cate Giroux
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