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Jeffrey Brian Pert
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Message from Wanda Crosby Farley
April 23, 2014 4:04 PM
I am one of Jeff's classmates at WHS class of 77. I was so surprised and saddened when I read about Jeff's unexpected death. I just read a comment on a class of 1977 link on my facebook account. I immediately went to the obituaries to find out what happened. I really enjoyed the article in the Portland Press Herald and printed it to share with some family members who are appreciative of the same passions that Jeff had. He will be forever remembered as a kind, funny, interesting individual and friend that I was lucky to have met in my 4 years at Winslow High School. I grew up in North Vassalboro and only met Jeff as a freshman. He was one of our more talented classmates that actually followed his dreams and shared his thoughts and abilities to foster talents of other people that crossed his path. Each person will carry a little part of Jeff with them every day. His memory will live on in others.
Message from Abby Goldsmith
April 23, 2014 1:05 AM
I'm sorry to hear of your loss. I never met Jeff, but he affected the lives of mutual friends met through the Odyssey Writing Workshop.
Message from Regina Jones
April 20, 2014 9:49 PM
I mourn your loss. It is my heartfelt prayer the God will bring much comfort to the family in the days ahead. God has promised us a time when sickness and death will be no more, for we read, "And he (God) will wipe out every tear from their eyes and Death Will Be No More, neither will mourning, nor outcry, nor pain be anymore..." (Revelation 21:4) May this promise from God give you hope and bring you peace. With deepest sympathy, Regina Jones.
Message from Cindee Barlow
April 10, 2014 2:11 PM
Dear Pert and Russo families,
I was shocked to hear about Jeff's passing this morning. Jeff will always be in my heart. I am SO sorry for your loss. What a shock. We all think that we have more time to talk to someone, and then it's too late. The first day that I met him, he taught me how to draw a werewolf cartoon. I was glad to learn that he was still cartooning to the end. His cartoons gave so many people joy. When I was a teenager couldn't wait to talk to Jeff on the phone. He'll be missed by many. Please hold all of the good memories of Jeff close to your heart. Prayers sent your way. The pain will get better over time. Take care
I was shocked to hear about Jeff's passing this morning. Jeff will always be in my heart. I am SO sorry for your loss. What a shock. We all think that we have more time to talk to someone, and then it's too late. The first day that I met him, he taught me how to draw a werewolf cartoon. I was glad to learn that he was still cartooning to the end. His cartoons gave so many people joy. When I was a teenager couldn't wait to talk to Jeff on the phone. He'll be missed by many. Please hold all of the good memories of Jeff close to your heart. Prayers sent your way. The pain will get better over time. Take care
Message from Barbara and Rod Bard
April 10, 2014 10:16 AM
Rod and I would like to express our sympathy to all of you in the Pert family. We are so sorry to hear about Jeff's unexpected passing. We have seen Jeff's magnets in many of the gift shops we have visited in Maine and Massachusetts. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Message from Sue Kamuda
April 10, 2014 9:11 AM
Laughter is the greatest gift one person can give to another. Jeff has given that gift to so many people who have walked through the door of the store where I work. His spirit and gift of laughter will continue to live on through Bob, Shirley, and all of his other ingenious creations.
Message from Vernon Cox
April 9, 2014 10:14 PM
I never had the pleasure of meeting Jeff in person. As a Maine humorist I am and always will be a huge fan of his Cartoons. As an Airfield Electrician I had to repair lights during the 2013 storm "Nemo". When I came home and saw Jeff's Nemo ice fishing cartoon I laughed so hard I shook my chair.
A persons work can say a lot about their character. Jeffs Charachter(s) said a lot about our work and our State. He will be missed. Thanks for the LAUGHS BOB and friends. Audrey you can go back to your knitting now. Ruid and friends Write On!
A persons work can say a lot about their character. Jeffs Charachter(s) said a lot about our work and our State. He will be missed. Thanks for the LAUGHS BOB and friends. Audrey you can go back to your knitting now. Ruid and friends Write On!
Message from jeffrey joyner
April 9, 2014 6:07 PM
Its never good when you hear of someone passing on ,and also when you have met that person, and knowing that they are truly one in a million.Me and my wife cruz are gonna miss .You were too young to leave this world so early. May God bless you and keep you in his heart .You will truly be missed -love Jeff and cruz
Message from The Lobsters of Maine
April 9, 2014 12:27 PM
Jeff was our biggest champion. We'll miss you, big guy.
Message from Janet Yusim
April 9, 2014 12:24 PM
I had the wonderful opportunity of knowing Jeff although for a relatively short time. He is/was a generous soul. It doesn't matter if you knew him for a short time or a long time--our lives have been undeniably changed for the better for having known Jeff. You will be missed, here at APS (work), every single day. My sincerest condolences to his family (including Woody and Zelda of course) and to his many many grieving friends.
Message from Meg Ellis
April 9, 2014 11:51 AM
Hello I am a nurse who worked in Recovery with JackieP. I remember her love of family and especially her children. The local newspaper article gave such a good sense of his work and his devotion .I am unable to make visiting hours but I do give my condolences . Meg Ellis
Message from Mary Riley
April 9, 2014 11:25 AM
Dear Jackie, Judith, Jon and Deb,
Jeff was a lovely man. I was privileged to have him grace my life with his humor and warmth when we spent time together the year he moved to California. I will never forget our cross country journey to settle him in LA to try his hand among the cartoonists in Hollywood. I have such vivid memories of Jeff's wicked sparkle and adorable self-deprecating humor. I had not seen much of Jeff in the past 10+ years, but his cartoons are everywhere so he was still so much a part of my world. A bright spark has gone out of my sky. I will remember him with love and send my love and prayers to all of you in your grief. With gratitude and warm regards, Mary Riley (Camden, Maine)
Jeff was a lovely man. I was privileged to have him grace my life with his humor and warmth when we spent time together the year he moved to California. I will never forget our cross country journey to settle him in LA to try his hand among the cartoonists in Hollywood. I have such vivid memories of Jeff's wicked sparkle and adorable self-deprecating humor. I had not seen much of Jeff in the past 10+ years, but his cartoons are everywhere so he was still so much a part of my world. A bright spark has gone out of my sky. I will remember him with love and send my love and prayers to all of you in your grief. With gratitude and warm regards, Mary Riley (Camden, Maine)
Message from Rachel and Dave Maher
April 9, 2014 11:00 AM
Thinking of you, Jon and Deb, in this difficult time. May time be a friend and bring Peace to you and yours.
Message from Brian Codagnone
April 9, 2014 9:04 AM
Like everyone else, I'm shocked and saddened. I remember Jeff from MeCAF and through his great cartoons. He will be missed.
Message from Joe Guimond
April 9, 2014 8:57 AM
My Heart and condolences goes out to Jeff's family. We kept in touch ocassionally over the years mostly at various gatherings where Jeff showed he was very comfortable as a Front man. Always a laugh and never a dull moment. He was a true and caring Person. What will always remain with me is a phone call he made to me at a time when it was needed most. His words were full of life! He will be missed and remembered by all he has touched in life. For that I have been blessed.
Message from Bob Jenkns
April 9, 2014 5:15 AM
Jeff was a totally decent person. For several years, he was a tenant at my dad's home in Falmouth. Good natured, wise and caring, Jeff could always be relied on to help shepherd my dad through his last days of life. Thanks Jeff. Your talents are well-documented. Your character and personality are indelibly etch in my memories.
Message from Judi and George Heeley
April 9, 2014 3:12 AM
We will miss seeing and chatting with Jeff and Woody, our neighbors on Androscoggin St. Our deepest sympathy to Jeff's family at this very sad time.
Message from Dave Hendrickson
April 8, 2014 9:04 PM
I met Jeff at the Odyssey writing workshop, where he and I were roommates for six weeks. We were friends from that time on. Jeff was always generous with his enthusiasm and encouragement. If I posted some good news on Facebook, he invariably was one of the first to congratulate his "roomie". I'll miss him sorely. My condolences to all who loved him and to all who may not have known him personally but enjoyed his cartoons. I sure hope there's a way to keep them in print. Jeff made this world a brighter place to be.
Message from Lynn Plourde
April 8, 2014 9:04 PM
Can't stop thinking about you, Jeff. I keep waiting for your posts on FB--the world's not so funny without you. I only met you once, but talked with you on the phone, e-mailed, messaged on Facebook--enjoyed sharing the joys and challenges of trying to make a living as creative creatures. Amazing how many lives you touched--and that we EACH thought we were your special friend! I had a vision the other night of you with wings--more cupid than angel--flying above us with a quiver and arrows and wearing a diaper (yes, a diaper). When we were sad, you'd shoot us with a giggle arrow or guffaw arrow or whatever dosage-of-humor arrow we needed at the moment--and suddenly the world felt right again. But, of course, it's NOT. You aren't here to draw that cupid cartoon for me. But please know in your honor, we're all going to PULL A PERT--make a funny, be silly, let our hair down (even if we're bald)--cause laughter is one of the greatest gifts we can give each other--it lets us share our humanity and know for that moment the world is okay because we can laugh together. Thanks, my friend, for so freely sharing the GIFT OF JEFF PERT with all of us--what a gift!
Message from Terri Linnell
April 8, 2014 8:09 PM
Jon and Deb,
I was shocked when I opened the obituaries this evening and saw Jeff's name. I had the pleasure of meeting him briefly at one of the trade shows, but, as you know, have enjoyed his artwork and humor since I opened my gift shops in 2007, as have all of my customers. I can only imagine your sadness, and just want you to know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Terri Linnell
I was shocked when I opened the obituaries this evening and saw Jeff's name. I had the pleasure of meeting him briefly at one of the trade shows, but, as you know, have enjoyed his artwork and humor since I opened my gift shops in 2007, as have all of my customers. I can only imagine your sadness, and just want you to know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Terri Linnell
Message from Richard Acker
April 8, 2014 7:34 PM
Our deepest condolences to the Pert family for your loss of Jeff, who was a real part of Maine Pop Culture. His work will continue to bring many laughs and smiles to those who see his work. Jon, Deb, JPR and Maury, Rich and I are thinking of all of you.
Richard AKA Chard
Richard AKA Chard
Message from John Frink
April 8, 2014 5:08 PM
To all of Jeff's family and friends, I am saddened to hear of Jeff's passing. I went to Emerson College with Jeff. He was my R.A. on the 4th floor of 100 Beacon St. and seconds after being my R.A. he became my friend. He breifly stayed my family in Los Angeles when he moved here and we had many years of phone conversations about everything in the world after that. He never stopped dreaming and creating and being a friend to me. That I will cherish forever. My deepest sympathies to all of you. What a wonderful son, brother and friend he was. And the entire state of Maine should be sad to have lost such a fantastic representative for everything Down East and funny. Mine, as well as my entire family's, sincerest condolences.
Message from Jean Margolin
April 8, 2014 5:00 PM
My condolences to Jeff's friends and family - may their love get them through this difficult time.
I worked with Jeff at EnvisioNet where it was never a dull moment. He had me in stitches when we were *supposedly* helping customers program their children's computer games. lol.
I worked with Jeff at EnvisioNet where it was never a dull moment. He had me in stitches when we were *supposedly* helping customers program their children's computer games. lol.
Message from Donna and chuck Tottenham
April 8, 2014 4:40 PM
Jackie and pert family, so sorry to hear of Jeff's passing, we always enjoyed his sense of humor. He will be missed by all that knew him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. God bless.
Message from Phil Bushey
April 8, 2014 4:08 PM
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Pert family. He will be truely missed. I'm glad to have had the opportunity to work with him at LL Bean. What a personality, larger than life. I feel for your/our loss.
Message from David Quimby
April 8, 2014 4:06 PM
Dear Jon & Deb
Very sorry to hear of you lose, stay strong.
David
Very sorry to hear of you lose, stay strong.
David
Message from Marianna Casagranda
April 8, 2014 3:34 PM
To the family:
I send my love to you all. I still can't believe I won't be hearing Jeff's laughter over the phone. I had the pleasure of knowing Jeff for many years when I was still in Maine. His ability to poke fun at all manners of events, political situations and just general life situations was spot on and vastly entertaining to his league of friends. His comics were the delight of many and helped lighten everyone's day.
His compassion and empathy were evident in so many of his friendships and his ability to extend help and support to many in their life challenges. His support, ideas, creativity and spiritual qualities were so valuable.
I brought his humor with to the delight of my young nephews who thought his work was hysterically funny. I got to share that with him and I know for him, to get the "really cool" rating from a young person was something special to him. I will miss you and the world will be a little less funny without you.
Love, Marianna
I send my love to you all. I still can't believe I won't be hearing Jeff's laughter over the phone. I had the pleasure of knowing Jeff for many years when I was still in Maine. His ability to poke fun at all manners of events, political situations and just general life situations was spot on and vastly entertaining to his league of friends. His comics were the delight of many and helped lighten everyone's day.
His compassion and empathy were evident in so many of his friendships and his ability to extend help and support to many in their life challenges. His support, ideas, creativity and spiritual qualities were so valuable.
I brought his humor with to the delight of my young nephews who thought his work was hysterically funny. I got to share that with him and I know for him, to get the "really cool" rating from a young person was something special to him. I will miss you and the world will be a little less funny without you.
Love, Marianna
Message from Karen Bard
April 8, 2014 3:20 PM
What a shock...earth has lost an amazing man. I knew Jeff through family of mine...and of course I loved his cartoons. You will be sorely missed.
Message from Kathleen Grammer
April 8, 2014 2:49 PM
I met Jeff when he said "yes" to cartooning to the Kotzschmar Organ, working with Rob Richards, Disney organist from CA. Jeff drew his characters to the music on stage at Merrill Auditorium to the delight of families and kids of all ages. He was a delightful person, loved his art form and was a tremendous force in our first attempt to marry the visual art with organ music. My condolences to his family and friends. He will be missed, but his spirit will live on through his great work.
Message from Lucie Tardif
April 8, 2014 1:04 PM
Dear Mrs. Pert, Judy, Jonathan and Jen (the only one I didn't know):
I was in total disbelief when I flipped a page of my newspaper this morning, and my eyes fell on Jeff's obituary. I just gasped! I have known your family over the years, graduating a year behind Judy, family friends with the Toulouses across the street and playing with the Perts during my family's visits with the Toulouses in childhood, a friendship with Jonathan in my early years of living in Portland. Jeff and I weren't in high school at the same time, but we had some mutual friends, and I followed some of his work and career.
I can't even imagine the level of your grief, and my heart and prayers go out to all of you. I am so deeply sorry for this loss.
I was in total disbelief when I flipped a page of my newspaper this morning, and my eyes fell on Jeff's obituary. I just gasped! I have known your family over the years, graduating a year behind Judy, family friends with the Toulouses across the street and playing with the Perts during my family's visits with the Toulouses in childhood, a friendship with Jonathan in my early years of living in Portland. Jeff and I weren't in high school at the same time, but we had some mutual friends, and I followed some of his work and career.
I can't even imagine the level of your grief, and my heart and prayers go out to all of you. I am so deeply sorry for this loss.
Message from The White Family. Concord NH
April 8, 2014 11:22 AM
To the entire Pert Family,
Please accept our most sincere sympathy for your loss. We all are truly shocked and saddened to learn of Jeff passing. It does not seem possible, or fair, that he is no longer with us. He was a kind, personable, good, multi-talented, and compassionate man who will be remembered and sorely missed by family, friends, associates, acquantinces as well as others whose lives he touched in many ways, both in this life and beyond.
We send you our thoughts and love and pray that God will be lead you through these very difficult times.
Please accept our most sincere sympathy for your loss. We all are truly shocked and saddened to learn of Jeff passing. It does not seem possible, or fair, that he is no longer with us. He was a kind, personable, good, multi-talented, and compassionate man who will be remembered and sorely missed by family, friends, associates, acquantinces as well as others whose lives he touched in many ways, both in this life and beyond.
We send you our thoughts and love and pray that God will be lead you through these very difficult times.
Message from Deborah Silverman
April 8, 2014 9:48 AM
I am so sorry to hear about Jeff. He was such a unique soul - he was everyone's friend, as was his dog Woody. Woody and my Emma played for endless hours, with Woody, of course, outrunning Emma for the ball. While the dogs were joyfully engaged in play Jeff too had fun - telling stories and entertaining those around us. He was an amazing story teller. Being deaf, Jeff was one of those people that wasn't intimidated and knew to look at me when he spoke - no barriers stood between him and a friend - just another one of Jeff's unique ways... everyone, me included, felt a connection with him. with Spring here I have been over to the field looking forward to seeing Woody and Jeff - he will be sadly missed.
Message from Julia Picard Anderson
April 8, 2014 9:42 AM
Dear Jeff, I will miss you. Your humor, of course, but mostly your genuine care for our friendship. I am sorry for your family and friends. Warm love
Message from Lisa-Kay Folk
April 8, 2014 8:37 AM
My deepest sympathy for the loss of Jeff. Thinking of you and wishing you strength and prayers during this difficult time.
Message from Kim Kelly
April 8, 2014 8:31 AM
My deepest sympathy to your family. I worked with Jen in Arundel at CDS and am very saddened to hear this news.
Message from Brenda Tubbs
April 8, 2014 8:25 AM
My thoughts and prayers are with you. I was fortunate enough to work with Jeff @ CMP- I could always count on Jeff to make me smile ear to ear. I was fortunate enough to stay in touch with Jeff after he left us at CMP- I will miss those conversations more than anyone will ever know. Jeff was a great man and a valuable friend. May he fly with the angels and be at peace. I will miss you my friend.
Message from Jeanne Cavelos
April 8, 2014 8:19 AM
I had the great good fortune to work with Jeff at the Odyssey Writing Workshop. As the director of the program, I worked closely with Jeff and from the beginning was so impressed with the vividness of his writing, the strong details of setting and character, and particularly the sympathetic, believable blue-collar characters in his stories, who often struggled with uncertainty over their actions. Jeff was such a wonderful presence at the workshop, honest, caring, supportive, and genuine. I can still see him and hear his voice, as if he's in the room with me. Since the workshop, we stayed in touch, and it was always wonderful to hear about his latest stories and the classroom visits he made to teach cartooning. He will be deeply missed.
Message from Cheryl Michaud
April 8, 2014 8:01 AM
So sad to hear of Jeff's passing. It is hard to believe my childhood friend will not be posting his various thought provoking comments,cartoons and articles on facebook. Jackie, Judy, Jon, Jen and family- my deepest sympathy. Thinking of you all.
Message from Karen Young
April 8, 2014 5:26 AM
I am so saddened to learn of Jeff's passing. I worked with Jeff at CMP and enjoyed his quick wit and sarcasm. Recently, on a trip to Portland my children found some Bob magnets and were excited to buy them. Of course I explained I knew Jeff and they were in awe. As difficult as it was to tell Jeff afraid of his witty respond I told him. I am so sorry for your loss, Jeff was a wonderful person and I will miss his daily posts on Facebook whether jokingly ones or his love of his dog.
Message from Linda Mannheim
April 8, 2014 2:54 AM
I had the good fortune to get to know Jeff a bit through Rudi and Audrey during visits to Maine, and one of the things I was really struck by (besides his quick and goofy sense of humour) was his incredible generosity. Watching him share his time with a teenager interested in cartooning (and also in Stephen King) was a wonderful thing. I wanted to send my condolences to everyone who was close to Jeff.
Message from Paula Spenard Bolduc
April 8, 2014 1:10 AM
Dear Mrs. Pert, Judy, Jon, Jennifer and families,
I was glad to reconnect with Jeff on FB, I especially enjoyed his sense of humor. I will always remember good times in the old neighbor hood with Jeff. I remember my daughter taking a trip to Boston and coming home with a gift from her trip. When she showed me the gift I was very proud to say I was a friend of the artist. It was "a Jeff Pert". My deepest sympathies to you all.
I was glad to reconnect with Jeff on FB, I especially enjoyed his sense of humor. I will always remember good times in the old neighbor hood with Jeff. I remember my daughter taking a trip to Boston and coming home with a gift from her trip. When she showed me the gift I was very proud to say I was a friend of the artist. It was "a Jeff Pert". My deepest sympathies to you all.
Message from Keith Brown
April 7, 2014 11:58 PM
My name is Keith Brown. I am a cartoonist from Missouri and was a FB friend with Jeff. Although we never met, the few times we conversed Jeff seemed like a naturally kind man and seemed to encourage me just when I needed it most. Goodbye Jeff, thanks for the laughs and the kind words.
Message from Nyla Bravesnow
April 7, 2014 11:44 PM
Dear Jeff,
Thank you so much for your sweet caring about my family and I.....I was so wishing I would get to see you this summer. Thank you for your genuine nature, humor, humility, generosity, gratitude for life, and advocacy for animals......John and I will miss you.....godspeed. LOVE, Nyla
My sincerest condolences to all of Jeff's family and friends. You are all in my thoughts and sending love.
Thank you so much for your sweet caring about my family and I.....I was so wishing I would get to see you this summer. Thank you for your genuine nature, humor, humility, generosity, gratitude for life, and advocacy for animals......John and I will miss you.....godspeed. LOVE, Nyla
My sincerest condolences to all of Jeff's family and friends. You are all in my thoughts and sending love.
Message from Nu Yang
April 7, 2014 11:24 PM
Jeff and I both attended the Odyssey Writing Workshop in 2006. Although I haven't seen Jeff since that memorable summer, we kept in touch through Facebook over the years. He was a constant presence there, whether it was to say “Congrats!” or “Keep going!” on my writing posts or to chime in whenever I brought up anything from the 80s especially its awesome music. He was a talented artist and writer and I'm going to miss his sense of humor, his kind spirit, and big heart. I pray his family and friends find peace during this tough time.
Message from Val Suriano
April 7, 2014 10:34 PM
Dear Pert family: My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very sad time. Jeff and I were close friends since our days at Emerson College. Not many people are lucky enough to have friendships last 30+ years, unless your friend is Jeff. He was such a fun (and funny), loving and devoted friend, and I am so grateful he was a part of my life. He was an amazing and talented man, and I will miss him forever. God bless.
Message from Karen Wyand Lizotte
April 7, 2014 9:59 PM
Jon and Family,
Dennis and I are so very sorry to hear the news of Jeff's passing. Bob the lobster holds many family memories for us. (He is a favorite of my father's). May your memories become even more special during this difficult time.
Our thoughts are with you,
Karen and Dennis Lizotte
Dennis and I are so very sorry to hear the news of Jeff's passing. Bob the lobster holds many family memories for us. (He is a favorite of my father's). May your memories become even more special during this difficult time.
Our thoughts are with you,
Karen and Dennis Lizotte
Message from Terry Shaw
April 7, 2014 9:38 PM
I met Jeff and Bub when I went to work at The Times Record back in the late 80s (as a teenager, mind you!). Had many great conversations with Bub while he was putting together Downeast Living. And whenever Jeff dropped off his work it was always a highlight of the week. His dry observations of the newsroom were as funny as his editorial cartoons, which were hands-down the best part of the paper. Then again, his cartoons were the best part of any paper in Maine, which is why he dominated the state press association awards. My condolences to the Pert family and Jeff's many, many friends.
Message from Tamara Miles
April 7, 2014 8:06 PM
Dear Pert Family and friends - Jeff was one of my first friends when I moved to Los Angeles. He loved Maine. He loved his friends and family. As I read the beautiful tributes it's lovely to recognize some of the names of people he spoke about and held dear. We managed to maintain our friendship over the long distance and even when long times would pass between phone calls each time we talked it was as if no time had passed. His departure is devastating, but like so many others, I am filled with gratitude for having known him. But for now my heart hurts as this sudden loss. My condolences to all.
Message from Brianna Walton
April 7, 2014 7:49 PM
Jeff I'm so glad that I finally got the chance to work more closely with you these past few weeks! Your humor, quick wit, and banter with everyone in the office always made me chuckle! Even this past week you still managed to crack jokes despite how you were feeling. The office just wasn't the same today without our funny guy. We had a lot of laughs remembering you today and I'm sure that's how you would have wanted it. To Jeff's family I hope the hours pass like days, the days like weeks and the weeks like months until the pain subsides and you only have the happiest memories of Jeff!
Thanks for the laughs and for your creative artistic talent because your fried clams is currently holding a utility bill in place on my fridge :) Until we meet again! ~Bri
Thanks for the laughs and for your creative artistic talent because your fried clams is currently holding a utility bill in place on my fridge :) Until we meet again! ~Bri
Message from Terry Spenard-Church
April 7, 2014 7:43 PM
Mrs Pert, Jon, Judy, Jennifer and families,
I recently connected with Jeff on facebook after having been drawn to his "wit and wisdom" in the posts I saw there. Though I didn't remember much of him, from the good ole days in the neighborhood, our bantering quickly revealed a man that I was glad to have reconnected with. He was kind, intelligent, funny, compassionate and passionate... especially when speaking of his political views. I will truly miss his presence and am sure so many others will as well.
May you find some comfort in the caring words of others during this very difficult time.
I recently connected with Jeff on facebook after having been drawn to his "wit and wisdom" in the posts I saw there. Though I didn't remember much of him, from the good ole days in the neighborhood, our bantering quickly revealed a man that I was glad to have reconnected with. He was kind, intelligent, funny, compassionate and passionate... especially when speaking of his political views. I will truly miss his presence and am sure so many others will as well.
May you find some comfort in the caring words of others during this very difficult time.
Message from Tracey Levesque
April 7, 2014 7:27 PM
Jenn & family,
I was so saddened to hear of Jeff's untimely passing. His humor and art have brought many smiles and bouts of laughter to my household. Prayers to all of you. Jeff and all of his beloved Maine characters will forever hold a special place in my heart and the hearts of Mainers.
I was so saddened to hear of Jeff's untimely passing. His humor and art have brought many smiles and bouts of laughter to my household. Prayers to all of you. Jeff and all of his beloved Maine characters will forever hold a special place in my heart and the hearts of Mainers.
Message from Dale P.
April 7, 2014 7:26 PM
Dear Jackie and family,
So sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you. Fond memories of growing up with the Pert clan, Jeff running like the wind and someone wearing tights for the band Jade. God bless.
Dale P. and family
So sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you. Fond memories of growing up with the Pert clan, Jeff running like the wind and someone wearing tights for the band Jade. God bless.
Dale P. and family
Message from John Wilson
April 7, 2014 7:21 PM
I am sorry to hear the news of Jeff's passing. We were friends and although I didn't see him often I know we connected around sharing an irreverent sense of humor. He once showed me some of the work he was doing out of his home and he gave me encouragement around some of my drawings. It makes me sad to know that I won't get to see him again so that we can laugh together over life's many absurdities.
Message from Robyn
April 7, 2014 5:52 PM
Jeff was my ray of sunshine and the smile on my face with so many great conversations, emails, teasing sessions and hanging out here and there. Throwing our art ideas around or just being there when I needed a shoulder or visa versa. There is such a hole in my heart right now. He was loved by so many. His light will shine on for generations to come w/ his art and humor for all to see. I am so beyond grateful I was able to say good bye to him the night he passed away and his "Jeff" humor was there until the end. That will be my last memories of my sweet friend, so if there is a positive to this tragic loss, that is what I am holding in my heart forever. My heart goes out to his family and all of us who loved him more than he ever knew. He will be our angel checking in on us always..just listen for that Jeff sarcasm, humor and wit...it will be there, you just have to listen. I love you my friend. We miss you so.
Message from Jeff Ryan
April 7, 2014 5:37 PM
One of the greatest gifts one can give is to live life to it's fullest, give of yourself from the heart and inspire those who follow. Jeff, my friend, you did all of them and left every one of us smiling upon the mention of your name or the recognition of your art. You can't do any better than that.
Message from Brad
April 7, 2014 4:05 PM
Jeff and I shared office space at WGME for his last few years with the company. I think I spent more time with him then with my own family during those years. I enjoyed watching his artistic passion make him smile while he multi-tasked his "day job" at the station. We had many spirited debates about life and politics. Jeff was not shy about expressing his opinion. He was also a good friend when we each found ourselves battling health issues and balancing family responsibilities. I was so deeply saddened to learn of his untimely death. He made amazing contributions to the art world and like so many talented artists, those contributions will be his legacy forever. Rest In Peace. Your roomy, Brad
Message from Timothy, Mary & Shane Will
April 7, 2014 4:05 PM
Dear Jackie & family, Our hearts go out to you at this time; please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Jeff was a wonderful, down to earth guy and a great doggy-daddy! He will be missed by so many but especially by Woody. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help. Love to all, Mary, Tim & Shane Will
Message from Evan Smith
April 7, 2014 4:05 PM
Having recently moved to the neighborhood with our three dogs, I would see Jeff almost every day, while walking my Beagle Rusty. Jeff and Woody would be out almost every morning either walking or when Jeff was warming up his car for the both of them. Their bond was so apparently powerful and warm. His sincerity and friendship each morning was wonderful and we will miss him very much.
Message from Gary Bonaccorso
April 7, 2014 4:02 PM
RIP Jeff...I will miss his quick one-liners on life in Maine. I remember working with him when I was at the Times Record many years ago... one thing I will definitely miss is his wit and humor on my Facebook page.
Message from Lisa Torraca
April 7, 2014 3:37 PM
like others I am shocked and saddened by this news. Although I hadn't seen Jeff in a while, every time I passed by his cartoons, in whatever form they would be, I remembered what a creative soul he was. My condolences to his family and the beloved Zelda.
Message from April Laverriere
April 7, 2014 1:48 PM
Jeff has been a great teammate, cube mate...banter partner...our days at work will not be the same. I will miss his wise cracks and challenges...he was a humble soul...who have so much to offer. You will be greatly missed. My prayers are with his family...especially Woody and Zelda....
Message from Julie Falatko
April 7, 2014 1:20 PM
I only knew Jeff for a short time, through our art critique group, but I think anyone who knew Jeff for thirty seconds knew that he was sweet, talented, generous, and very, very, funny. I keep thinking about how encouraging he was of the just-starting-out artists in our group. I'm so heartbroken he's gone; as Mark and Anna said, he was talking about future artistic plans, and they all sounded so amazing. I feel lucky to have known him, and my thoughts are with his family and more long-time friends.
Message from Sasha Rupard
April 7, 2014 1:08 PM
I am so shocked and saddened to hear of Jeff's sudden passing. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family.
Message from Brenda Reddy
April 7, 2014 11:56 AM
Jeff was a wonderful coworker while we were both @ LLBean and I enjoyed his humor, drawings and his writings that made work enjoyable. A unique talent that will be sorely missed. I send sincere condolences to his family and especially to Jon whom I had the pleasure to work with as well. May you all find comfort.
Message from Linda Worster
April 7, 2014 11:35 AM
Dear Jeff,
I'm so sorry we did not get to meet, but through FB I feel we knew each other. Blessings in the afterlife for all the laughter you created by your cartoons and by all the friendships and service to other people and animals. Say hi to my dad, Kelly's grandfather. We will meet one day, I'm sure.
To Jeff's family, sincere condolences and hugs. What a wonderful son and brother you've had. We never have enough time with the people we love.
To Jeff's cat and dog - you'll miss Jeff too, but good people will take very good care of you, and Jeff will be watching. Someday you'll meet him at the Rainbow Bridge.
I'm so sorry we did not get to meet, but through FB I feel we knew each other. Blessings in the afterlife for all the laughter you created by your cartoons and by all the friendships and service to other people and animals. Say hi to my dad, Kelly's grandfather. We will meet one day, I'm sure.
To Jeff's family, sincere condolences and hugs. What a wonderful son and brother you've had. We never have enough time with the people we love.
To Jeff's cat and dog - you'll miss Jeff too, but good people will take very good care of you, and Jeff will be watching. Someday you'll meet him at the Rainbow Bridge.
Message from Debbie Myers
April 7, 2014 10:53 AM
I'm so deeply sorry to hear about the loss of Jeff. My thoughts and prayers are with him and his family. His cartoons have been enjoyed by my family for years, even before I made the connection that they were from Jeff Pert, the sister of one of my oldest and dearest friends! He was way too young to pass. I only hope his family and friends can take comfort from the many pieces of artwork he created throughout his life. They will be enjoyed by many for years to come.
Message from Sarah Searle
April 7, 2014 10:38 AM
My deepest sympathy goes out to Jeff's family and friends. His encouragement meant the world to me as I grew as a cartoonist –– I remember feeling starstruck when he wanted to read some of my first comics as a teen, having grown up surrounded by his work. He was an incredibly nice, supportive, and funny person, and I'm very sorry that the world lost him so young. I'm truly grateful to have known him.
Message from Karen Schwarzer
April 7, 2014 10:20 AM
I am so sad to hear about Jeff's passing. I was fortunate enough to call him friend. I brainstormed "Dances with Woofs" with him one fun night over dinner. I had much respect for his journey and his personal growth. He was a keeper. My condolences to his family and friends.
Message from Michael Steere
April 7, 2014 10:19 AM
I did not know Jeff that well, but I enjoy his cartoons and it was a pleasure working with him to put his book together. I know that at this time, words can do little to ease the pain. Just know that I am truly sorry for your loss.
Michael Steere
Michael Steere
Message from Pat Denny
April 7, 2014 10:13 AM
To the family of Jeff.......please accept my prayers and sympathy for the passing of Jeff. I was introduced to his work thru Nan Paradis...his work/cartoons and wit were awesome. I was given one of his books(Cartoons from Maine) for a gift and will always treasure it. May God bless your family....
Message from Brenda Heath
April 7, 2014 9:27 AM
Jeff's art work was always 2nd to none. Working with Jeff at LL Bean's I had the opportunity to buy some of his t-shirts early on that he created. I think I still have one or two of them. His humor will be sorely missed by all. My deepest condolences to his family and close friends...
Message from Sally Brophy
April 7, 2014 8:59 AM
Jeff and I became friends in high school and our lives crossed many times through the years. He was kind, smart, funny, and authentic. I feel lucky to have known such a good man as a friend.
Message from Mark Scott Ricketts
April 7, 2014 8:53 AM
I’m so glad I got the opportunity to know Jeff. Like so many of his pals, I was drawn to his warmth and sharp wit. I saw him just last weekend, along with Anna and others from our art critique group. He talked about his plans for future projects and I was excited for him. We even talked about one day collaborating on a book. He left too soon, with so much more to give. But he’s not done yet. I know there will come a time when we see work from a new cartoonist inspired by one of Jeff’s school visits. He was and is an inspiration to all of us touched by his humor and spirit. Not everyone will know his name, but his iconic Maine-inspired cartoons will be always be remembered. Especially his classic, much loved, signature “Hey, Bob! How’s the water?” joke! That one will undoubtably give folks a good chuckle for many, many years to come. He was one of a kind. Thanks for making us laugh, buddy. I’m sure gonna miss you.
Message from Letitia LaVerdiere
April 7, 2014 8:02 AM
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From the Winslow Class of 1977 we send our deepest condolences to the family, Woody and Zelda. With all our love and admiration. RIP Jeff
Message from Letitia LaVerdiere
April 7, 2014 7:35 AM
To my dear friend Jeff,
You will always be in our hearts and creative spirits. We have known each other for a long time, you were a good friend, a lover of animals and of correct grammar (grin). The amount of affection expressed on facebook shows me how much you impacted peoples lives and you will be truly missed by many. May you rest in peace and hope you can continue to do what you love in heaven. I will miss you terribly, your humor and your cartoons! Hugs Letitia
You will always be in our hearts and creative spirits. We have known each other for a long time, you were a good friend, a lover of animals and of correct grammar (grin). The amount of affection expressed on facebook shows me how much you impacted peoples lives and you will be truly missed by many. May you rest in peace and hope you can continue to do what you love in heaven. I will miss you terribly, your humor and your cartoons! Hugs Letitia
Message from Anna Jordan (Boll)
April 6, 2014 9:40 PM
I'm shocked and saddened by Jeff's sudden passing. I saw Jeff last weekend and hoped to connect with him later this week. Often we would walk our dogs together and talk about the business of illustration. We'd talk about the unfortunate need for "B" jobs, his passion for his art and mine for writing. Jeff and I considered getting a space together to help keep each other on task, to make the most of time. His death feels like a message from the universe to do what you love with your whole mind, body and soul. Jeff, I will miss you so much.
Message from Wesley Palmer
April 6, 2014 7:59 PM
Jeff was truly my best friend for the past 25 years. I will miss our long rambling phone calls and all too infrequent visits. I know just how many folks will miss him and I especially send my love to all of his family that he loved so much. It simply won't be the same without Jeff.
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