Alyson Williams
Alyson Williams, formerly of Weston and later in Westport, died peacefully July 19th, after a yearlong battle with cancer.
Born in Worcester, Mass., and raised in Weston, Conn., she chose to live near her family and friends in Blackrock, where she could garden and smell the salt air.
She was the daughter of Cynthia Williams and the late Norman Williams, of Weston, and sister to Heather Williams of Westport, and Carrie Gilbertie of Stratford, and Brother in Laws Colin Walklet and Tom Gilbertie. She was the doting Aunt to Taylor Walklet, and Sarah and Grace Gilbertie. Alyson also leaves her longtime companion David Clogg of Blackrock, and his children Allison and Bryan Clogg, and she was a loving caregiver to Pita and Koda, her beloved animals. She was a best friend and soul sister to dozens.
She graduated from Weston High School in 1978, and Chamberlin College with a degree in Graphic Design. She worked in the graphic arts field for many years at the Westport News, and Sotheby’s International Realty in New York. She also designed logos for Atlantic Sail and Canvas in Fairfield.
Alyson’s love of music and friends defined her life. As a member of the greater Grateful Dead family, Alyson traveled, met and bonded with hundreds, many of which went on to become her lifelong friends and co-workers. It was only natural that Alyson would turn that love of music into a 25-plus-year career in the music industry. From art director at Dupree’s Diamond News, to Merch Manager at the Capitol Theatre, Aly always inspired others with her ‘get the job done’ attitude, self integrity and beautiful smile. Alyson used her eye for style and color in a career as a graphic artist. Countless thousands see and wear her designs today.
She was a founding member of the Gathering of the Vibes, and helped to name the annual event as well as design the iconic Terrapin logo. She was a tireless champion of other artists and craft vendors. She mentored, corroborated with, and occasionally chastised others to produce one of the most beautiful and successful Arts & Craft lines in the business.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, August 15, at 1:00 pm at Norfield Congregational Church in Weston.
Memorial donations in her name can be made to The Aspetuck Land Trust, P.O. Box 444, Westport, Ct. 06880, or www.aspetucklandtrust.org
—by the family
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