Remembering Jerry Nelson (July 10, 1934-August 23, 2012)

[Collgoff]

Hubert just inspired me to write a short song about Jerry Nelson.

First it was Jim Henson,
Then Richard Hunt as well,
But recently, just recently,
There's a new passing to tell.

Mr. Jerry Nelson
Veteran Muppeteer,
He will be sorely missed,
We all shed a tear.

He rocked out as Floyd Pepper,
The hippest, hippie of all.
Sweetly singing as Robin the Frog,
It didn't matter if he was small.

He implemented these role models
Into our time as kids.
Now the Muppet world will be different,
"Goodbye", we all bid.

He taught us how to throw fish right,
As that old loon Lew.
He taught us how to count,
AH-AH-AH, that's two!

He was a companion
Of a sweet big bird, as well.
He was a big trash heap
With much wisdom to tell.

He blew things up as Crazy Harry,
Explosion extraordinaire.
He was a magician, and a doorman,
He had a comedic flaire.

But sadly, it is true,
Everything must come to an end.
But the legacy of his puppets,
Will entertain us again and again...

That was wonderful!

 

[meepmuppaphones]

That was wonderful!

Thank you.

 

[Collgoff]

Oh your welcome!

 

[redBoobergurl]

I've been away from my computer all day and am just now able to sit down and read all of these tributes and thoughts and the tears won't stop...it's like Jim all over again. My love and thanks to Jerry Nelson for everything.

 

[Muppetboy09]

Another tribute to the late but great Jerry Nelson made by me.

 

[FrackleFan2012]

Here's another tribute by Rumtar.
http://browse.deviantart.com/?order=5&q=jerry+nelson#/d5cdn17

 

[Squall Leonhart]

... Wow so did not expect to break down and cry this bad. Growing up Fraggle Rock and Emmet Otter were part of my childhood, not to mention Sesame Street. RIP Jerry, you will be missed.

 

[Canadian Fan]

A statement by Sesame Workshop:

http://www.sesameworkshop.org/our-blog/2012/08/24/in-memoriam-jerry-nelson/

The cast and crew of Sesame Street and the staff of Sesame Workshop deeply mourn the loss of cast member and creator of dozens of Muppet characters, Jerry Nelson. A member of the Sesame Street family for more than 40 years, he will forever be in our hearts and remembered for the artistry in his puppetry, his music, and the laughter he brought to children worldwide through his portrayal of Count von Count, Herry Monster, Fat Blue, Sherlock Hemlock, the Amazing Mumford and many other beloved characters. We will miss his extraordinary spirit and the joy he brought to our Street.

 

[a_Mickey_Muppet]

 

[FrackleFan2012]

Here's a tribute drawing by LarryDaLizard.
http://larrydalizard.deviantart.com/art/Rest-in-peace-friend-323154968