CAPE NEDDICK, Maine - Jeremy B. Foss, 87, of Bonnie Baeg Lane, passed away Sunday, October 20, 2019 at home with his family by his side. Son of the late Julian and Eva (Radding) Foss, he was born September 30, 1932 in Philadelphia, Pa.

Foss graduated from Middlebury College before serving as an officer in the United States Navy from 1955 to 1965. After his honorable discharge he was a journalist for the Washington Star, and then earned his M.F.A. at the Ruskin School of Art at Oxford University, England. This led to a lifelong love of painting and an over three-decade tenure as professor at the Massachusetts College of Art. His paintings have been reviewed in Art in America and exhibited at galleries in New York and Boston.

Family left behind include two daughters Penelope Foss (husband Len) of Pottstown, Pa., Jennifer Foss of Prague, Czech Republic; brother Frank Foss of Calif.; grandchildren Tyne and Bo Miller and Carlo D'Amato.

SERVICES: A Celebration of Life with Military Honors will take place at 5 p.m., this Saturday, October 26, at the Ogunquit Museum of Art, 543 Shore Rd., Ogunquit, Maine.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to York Hospital Home Care, 127 Long Sands Rd., York, ME 03909. Lucas & Eaton Funeral Home, York, Maine is assisting with arrangements. Visit www.lucaseatonfuneralhome.com.

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Published by Seacoastonline.com from Oct. 22 to Oct. 25, 2019.

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Shirley Kathan-Sayess

March 22, 2024

Jeremy Foss was my drawing professor at Mass Art in 1966. He was a wonderful instructor and extremely kind. He really taught me how to draw!

Laurie steinhorst

March 14, 2024

I just learned of Jeremy´s passing. He was a professor of mine at mass art in 1980-81. He was always incredible, kind, and supportive to me as an artist. I remember him with warm thoughts. I kept in touch for several years and I´m regretful that our contact did not continue. He was a kind and generous soul.

Anne Lamoriello & Regina Downey, DVM

December 5, 2023

Jeremy's name came up in conversation today as we were showing off one of his paintings he gave to us a few years before he passed. Our animal clinic took care of his precious feline. He was dedicated to that kitty and made sure to follow the veterinarian's instructions to the letter. Jeremy drove from his home in Cape Neddick, Maine to our office in Exeter, NH always arriving early. He was a soft spoken compassionate gentleman who never boasted about his accomplishments but loved to share his knowledge. We feel lucky to have one of his paintings grace our home. He is missed.

Amy Solomon

April 6, 2023

Jeremy Foss was my painting professor at Mass Art in1986. He had a compassionate and understanding way of speaking to young artists. I will always remember this and keep this close to my heart. I hope I am able to pass this to my young students now. - Amy Solomon Brookline, MA

David Lloyd

October 17, 2022

Jeremy called unannounced at my mother's hotel in St. Davids in Pembrokeshire UK when he was studying at Ruskin School of art. He was penniless and my mother took him in. He stayed for two months painting every day. On leaving he gave my mother a painting which he had done of me. I have it now and treasure it. He also gave me a painting which I had stored and not looked at until I came upon it this morning. It set me thinking whether I could contact Jeremy again only to learn he had died. I was devastated. Jeremy had become so close to my family during the time he stayed with us. I know that he has a daughter Penelope in the States. I would love her to contact me if this were possible. David

david lloyd

October 17, 2022

Chris Van Curan

March 29, 2020

Jerry Foss was a fraternity brother of mine at Middlebury. He was a very compassionate person who had a very kind heart, especially with regard to birds and cats. I had lunch with him two years ago at his home in Cape Neddick. He was a talented artist which was hung and stored all around his home. RIP, Jerry

December 1, 2019

Jerry was my roommate and closest friend during our last two years at Middlebury. The alumni office helped me locate him and we shared several enjoyable afternoons together. Without a doubt, Jerry was the kindest, most considerate person, I have ever known. I will miss him a great deal. My sympathy and condolences to his family.
Rick Eliot

October 23, 2019

Jeremy was among a handful of people who changed my life. He was a teacher, a mentor and finally a good friend. We corresponded for many years. What I particularly admired in Jeremy was his genuine passion for artistic excellence and his intellectual curiosity. He was an articulate man and an inspiring teacher. He was funny, generous and kind. He came into my life when I was very young, full of artistic energy, but lacking self-confidence and focus. He helped me find my way: a priceless gift. I feel great sadness but also immense gratitude to have known him. Please accept my sincere condolences in your time of deep loss. I wish I could attend the memorial but I live overseas.
Yours very sincerely, Tricia Deegan-Miossec

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