Brian Ede Nash (Nashawaty) – A Brilliant Artist Departs
It is with great sadness that Brian’s family announces his death of cancer on May 18 in his adopted hometown of Nashville, Tennessee.
Brian was the son of Carolyn Ede Nashawaty and the late Arthur E. Nashawaty, and brother to Brenda and Arthur Jr. (Bud), all of Boston and Buzzards Bay, Massachusetts. Brian also is survived by his Godmother and uncle, Ernestine and Elias Ede; his aunt Mrs. William (Elaine) Cardillo; his aunt and uncle Evelyn (Leona) and Mark Maguire; his aunt Laurice Balara; Godchildren Andrea George Finch and Madeline Shell; and many other family members and friends.
Brian was born and raised in Boston. He attended Xaverian Brothers High School in Westwood. Brian earned his BS in Business Administration at Northeastern University, and his MBA at the Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth College.
There was no one like Brian. To know him was to adore him. He was whip smart, funny, creative, honest, forgiving, visionary and kind. He was cosmopolitan without being stuffy. He always smelled great. He played the curmudgeon – badly. Brian privately supported charities for the homeless and abused wherever he lived. He also prepared and kept care packages in his car for homeless people he would see while driving. He risked his safety repeatedly to rescue cats and dogs from highways and alleyways. Since his death his family has learned of many kindnesses Brian performed quietly for family, friends, acquaintances and strangers.
Brian’s adventures ranged from bungee jumping in New Zealand, to selling cashmere sweaters at Harrods of London for a college semester, to river rafting, to traveling with family and friends throughout Europe and Asia.
Brian had five successful careers. His first professional job was in Chicago at the Leo Burnett advertising agency, during which he hosted a legendary dinner party where the food was only the cereals the agency represented. Brian moved to New York to work in retail marketing and advertising for Ralph Lauren. He decided he wanted to write music, so he moved to Nashville and became a successful songwriter who earned gold records for songs recorded by prominent artists.
One day Brian picked up a paint brush and found his passion to create what he called “art for the child at heart.” His paintings, prints and textiles are in private collections, galleries, hotels, restaurants, and corporate settings in North and South America, Europe, Asia and Africa. His work will continue to be sold through the soon to be established Brian Nash Foundation, which will donate a portion of the proceeds of every sale of his artwork to the causes he held so dear. Until then you can view his art at www.briannash.net.
As an adjunct to his art career, Brian also started a company to design and produce American-made clothing and accessories for people and their pets, using images from his art including the infamous LaLa the rabbit who claimed to only wear Chanel; and Skittles, the self-named goddess of all felines.
And, because he could never quite sit still, Brian built intricate woodworks and furniture for himself, family and friends.
Brian’s family is grateful for the support, love and care given to him by his many friends, especially Robin Cohn, Arlene Gold and Lauren Karp.
From Robin Cohn: To all who loved him, may you know that up until his very last days Brian Nash did what he loved most: paint. Until he could no longer hold the brushes, he painted. He put his heart into every canvas; creating images full of light, color, joy, love. Everything he painted, whether it be among the hundreds of stories that came from his brilliant mind and enormous heart; museum studies of famous artists (with subtle imagery hidden in the homage), advertising spoofs, pop art icons, everyday household items, or stories he create through his brush; all of his art held that certain Nash bent. Animals, food, TV and film, were all subjects to which Brian lent his talent and humor. Commissions of people’s beloved pets, caught in a nuanced way that only the owner could recognize, were his utmost joy to create. Brian’s paintings danced off the canvas, begging us to join in the fun. And so we did. How could we not? Even thwe titles captured us and made us laugh. Brian was wicked funny. He loved the theater, books, music and his hometown of Boston. Brian was a voracious reader, and could speak intelligently on even the most obscure of subjects. Brian loved his pets. Many knew his dog Rufus and his cat Skittles, who often appeared in his paintings, but he also rescued many a kitty from the streets to give them a forever home. He walked a long, painful road for the past two years with grace and humor. Death did not scare him. And as long as he was here, he was going to create as much art as he could. It is his beautiful legacy which yes, we can see with our eyes, but more importantly, we can feel, deeply, with our hearts.
Services for Brian were private.
Marshall-Donnelly-Combs Funeral Home
It is with great sadness that Brian’s family announces his death of cancer on May 18 in his adopted hometown of Nashville, Tennessee.
Brian was the son of Carolyn Ede Nashawaty and the late Arthur E. Nashawaty, and brother to Brenda and Arthur Jr. (Bud), all of Boston and Buzzards Bay, Massachusetts. Brian also is survived by his Godmother and uncle, Ernestine and Elias Ede; his aunt Mrs. William (Elaine) Cardillo; his aunt and uncle Evelyn (Leona) and Mark Maguire; his aunt Laurice Balara; Godchildren Andrea George Finch and Madeline Shell; and many other family members and friends.
Brian was born and raised in Boston. He attended Xaverian Brothers High School in Westwood. Brian earned his BS in Business Administration at Northeastern University, and his MBA at the Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth College.
There was no one like Brian. To know him was to adore him. He was whip smart, funny, creative, honest, forgiving, visionary and kind. He was cosmopolitan without being stuffy. He always smelled great. He played the curmudgeon – badly. Brian privately supported charities for the homeless and abused wherever he lived. He also prepared and kept care packages in his car for homeless people he would see while driving. He risked his safety repeatedly to rescue cats and dogs from highways and alleyways. Since his death his family has learned of many kindnesses Brian performed quietly for family, friends, acquaintances and strangers.
Brian’s adventures ranged from bungee jumping in New Zealand, to selling cashmere sweaters at Harrods of London for a college semester, to river rafting, to traveling with family and friends throughout Europe and Asia.
Brian had five successful careers. His first professional job was in Chicago at the Leo Burnett advertising agency, during which he hosted a legendary dinner party where the food was only the cereals the agency represented. Brian moved to New York to work in retail marketing and advertising for Ralph Lauren. He decided he wanted to write music, so he moved to Nashville and became a successful songwriter who earned gold records for songs recorded by prominent artists.
One day Brian picked up a paint brush and found his passion to create what he called “art for the child at heart.” His paintings, prints and textiles are in private collections, galleries, hotels, restaurants, and corporate settings in North and South America, Europe, Asia and Africa. His work will continue to be sold through the soon to be established Brian Nash Foundation, which will donate a portion of the proceeds of every sale of his artwork to the causes he held so dear. Until then you can view his art at www.briannash.net.
As an adjunct to his art career, Brian also started a company to design and produce American-made clothing and accessories for people and their pets, using images from his art including the infamous LaLa the rabbit who claimed to only wear Chanel; and Skittles, the self-named goddess of all felines.
And, because he could never quite sit still, Brian built intricate woodworks and furniture for himself, family and friends.
Brian’s family is grateful for the support, love and care given to him by his many friends, especially Robin Cohn, Arlene Gold and Lauren Karp.
From Robin Cohn: To all who loved him, may you know that up until his very last days Brian Nash did what he loved most: paint. Until he could no longer hold the brushes, he painted. He put his heart into every canvas; creating images full of light, color, joy, love. Everything he painted, whether it be among the hundreds of stories that came from his brilliant mind and enormous heart; museum studies of famous artists (with subtle imagery hidden in the homage), advertising spoofs, pop art icons, everyday household items, or stories he create through his brush; all of his art held that certain Nash bent. Animals, food, TV and film, were all subjects to which Brian lent his talent and humor. Commissions of people’s beloved pets, caught in a nuanced way that only the owner could recognize, were his utmost joy to create. Brian’s paintings danced off the canvas, begging us to join in the fun. And so we did. How could we not? Even thwe titles captured us and made us laugh. Brian was wicked funny. He loved the theater, books, music and his hometown of Boston. Brian was a voracious reader, and could speak intelligently on even the most obscure of subjects. Brian loved his pets. Many knew his dog Rufus and his cat Skittles, who often appeared in his paintings, but he also rescued many a kitty from the streets to give them a forever home. He walked a long, painful road for the past two years with grace and humor. Death did not scare him. And as long as he was here, he was going to create as much art as he could. It is his beautiful legacy which yes, we can see with our eyes, but more importantly, we can feel, deeply, with our hearts.
Services for Brian were private.
Marshall-Donnelly-Combs Funeral Home
Brian Ede Nash (Nashawaty) – A Brilliant Artist Departs
It is with great sadness that Brian’s family announces his death of cancer on May 18 in his adopted hometown of Nashville, Tennessee.
Brian was the son of Carolyn Ede Nashawaty and the late Arthur E. Nashawaty, and brother to Brenda and Arthur Jr. (Bud), all of Boston and Buzzards Bay, Massachusetts. Brian also is survived by his Godmother and uncle, Ernestine and Elias Ede; his aunt Mrs. William (Elaine) Cardillo; his aunt and uncle Evelyn (Leona) and Mark Maguire; his aunt Laurice Balara; Godchildren Andrea George Finch and Madeline Shell; and many other family members and friends.
Brian was born and raised in Boston. He attended Xaverian Brothers High School in Westwood. Brian earned his BS in Business Administration at Northeastern University, and his MBA at the Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth College.
There was no one like Brian. To know him was to adore him. He was whip smart, funny, creative, honest, forgiving, visionary and kind. He was cosmopolitan without being stuffy. He always smelled great. He played the curmudgeon – badly. Brian privately supported charities for the homeless and abused wherever he lived. He also prepared and kept care packages in his car for homeless people he would see while driving. He risked his safety repeatedly to rescue cats and dogs from highways and alleyways. Since his death his family has learned of many kindnesses Brian performed quietly for family, friends, acquaintances and strangers.
Brian’s adventures ranged from bungee jumping in New Zealand, to selling cashmere sweaters at Harrods of London for a college semester, to river rafting, to traveling with family and friends throughout Europe and Asia.
Brian had five successful careers. His first professional job was in Chicago at the Leo Burnett advertising agency, during which he hosted a legendary dinner party where the food was only the cereals the agency represented. Brian moved to New York to work in retail marketing and advertising for Ralph Lauren. He decided he wanted to write music, so he moved to Nashville and became a successful songwriter who earned gold records for songs recorded by prominent artists.
One day Brian picked up a paint brush and found his passion to create what he called “art for the child at heart.” His paintings, prints and textiles are in private collections, galleries, hotels, restaurants, and corporate settings in North and South America, Europe, Asia and Africa. His work will continue to be sold through the soon to be established Brian Nash Foundation, which will donate a portion of the proceeds of every sale of his artwork to the causes he held so dear. Until then you can view his art at www.briannash.net.
As an adjunct to his art career, Brian also started a company to design and produce American-made clothing and accessories for people and their pets, using images from his art including the infamous LaLa the rabbit who claimed to only wear Chanel; and Skittles, the self-named goddess of all felines.
And, because he could never quite sit still, Brian built intricate woodworks and furniture for himself, family and friends.
Brian’s family is grateful for the support, love and care given to him by his many friends, especially Robin Cohn, Arlene Gold and Lauren Karp.
From Robin Cohn: To all who loved him, may you know that up until his very last days Brian Nash did what he loved most: paint. Until he could no longer hold the brushes, he painted. He put his heart into every canvas; creating images full of light, color, joy, love. Everything he painted, whether it be among the hundreds of stories that came from his brilliant mind and enormous heart; museum studies of famous artists (with subtle imagery hidden in the homage), advertising spoofs, pop art icons, everyday household items, or stories he create through his brush; all of his art held that certain Nash bent. Animals, food, TV and film, were all subjects to which Brian lent his talent and humor. Commissions of people’s beloved pets, caught in a nuanced way that only the owner could recognize, were his utmost joy to create. Brian’s paintings danced off the canvas, begging us to join in the fun. And so we did. How could we not? Even thwe titles captured us and made us laugh. Brian was wicked funny. He loved the theater, books, music and his hometown of Boston. Brian was a voracious reader, and could speak intelligently on even the most obscure of subjects. Brian loved his pets. Many knew his dog Rufus and his cat Skittles, who often appeared in his paintings, but he also rescued many a kitty from the streets to give them a forever home. He walked a long, painful road for the past two years with grace and humor. Death did not scare him. And as long as he was here, he was going to create as much art as he could. It is his beautiful legacy which yes, we can see with our eyes, but more importantly, we can feel, deeply, with our hearts.
Services for Brian were private.
Marshall-Donnelly-Combs Funeral Home
It is with great sadness that Brian’s family announces his death of cancer on May 18 in his adopted hometown of Nashville, Tennessee.
Brian was the son of Carolyn Ede Nashawaty and the late Arthur E. Nashawaty, and brother to Brenda and Arthur Jr. (Bud), all of Boston and Buzzards Bay, Massachusetts. Brian also is survived by his Godmother and uncle, Ernestine and Elias Ede; his aunt Mrs. William (Elaine) Cardillo; his aunt and uncle Evelyn (Leona) and Mark Maguire; his aunt Laurice Balara; Godchildren Andrea George Finch and Madeline Shell; and many other family members and friends.
Brian was born and raised in Boston. He attended Xaverian Brothers High School in Westwood. Brian earned his BS in Business Administration at Northeastern University, and his MBA at the Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth College.
There was no one like Brian. To know him was to adore him. He was whip smart, funny, creative, honest, forgiving, visionary and kind. He was cosmopolitan without being stuffy. He always smelled great. He played the curmudgeon – badly. Brian privately supported charities for the homeless and abused wherever he lived. He also prepared and kept care packages in his car for homeless people he would see while driving. He risked his safety repeatedly to rescue cats and dogs from highways and alleyways. Since his death his family has learned of many kindnesses Brian performed quietly for family, friends, acquaintances and strangers.
Brian’s adventures ranged from bungee jumping in New Zealand, to selling cashmere sweaters at Harrods of London for a college semester, to river rafting, to traveling with family and friends throughout Europe and Asia.
Brian had five successful careers. His first professional job was in Chicago at the Leo Burnett advertising agency, during which he hosted a legendary dinner party where the food was only the cereals the agency represented. Brian moved to New York to work in retail marketing and advertising for Ralph Lauren. He decided he wanted to write music, so he moved to Nashville and became a successful songwriter who earned gold records for songs recorded by prominent artists.
One day Brian picked up a paint brush and found his passion to create what he called “art for the child at heart.” His paintings, prints and textiles are in private collections, galleries, hotels, restaurants, and corporate settings in North and South America, Europe, Asia and Africa. His work will continue to be sold through the soon to be established Brian Nash Foundation, which will donate a portion of the proceeds of every sale of his artwork to the causes he held so dear. Until then you can view his art at www.briannash.net.
As an adjunct to his art career, Brian also started a company to design and produce American-made clothing and accessories for people and their pets, using images from his art including the infamous LaLa the rabbit who claimed to only wear Chanel; and Skittles, the self-named goddess of all felines.
And, because he could never quite sit still, Brian built intricate woodworks and furniture for himself, family and friends.
Brian’s family is grateful for the support, love and care given to him by his many friends, especially Robin Cohn, Arlene Gold and Lauren Karp.
From Robin Cohn: To all who loved him, may you know that up until his very last days Brian Nash did what he loved most: paint. Until he could no longer hold the brushes, he painted. He put his heart into every canvas; creating images full of light, color, joy, love. Everything he painted, whether it be among the hundreds of stories that came from his brilliant mind and enormous heart; museum studies of famous artists (with subtle imagery hidden in the homage), advertising spoofs, pop art icons, everyday household items, or stories he create through his brush; all of his art held that certain Nash bent. Animals, food, TV and film, were all subjects to which Brian lent his talent and humor. Commissions of people’s beloved pets, caught in a nuanced way that only the owner could recognize, were his utmost joy to create. Brian’s paintings danced off the canvas, begging us to join in the fun. And so we did. How could we not? Even thwe titles captured us and made us laugh. Brian was wicked funny. He loved the theater, books, music and his hometown of Boston. Brian was a voracious reader, and could speak intelligently on even the most obscure of subjects. Brian loved his pets. Many knew his dog Rufus and his cat Skittles, who often appeared in his paintings, but he also rescued many a kitty from the streets to give them a forever home. He walked a long, painful road for the past two years with grace and humor. Death did not scare him. And as long as he was here, he was going to create as much art as he could. It is his beautiful legacy which yes, we can see with our eyes, but more importantly, we can feel, deeply, with our hearts.
Services for Brian were private.
Marshall-Donnelly-Combs Funeral Home
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