KELLYE NAKAHARA WALLETT
1948 - 2020
On February 16, 2020, Kellye Nakahara Wallett succumbed to her fight with cancer surrounded by her family and close friends. And fight she did with humor, spunk and laughter. Born and raised in Oahu, Kellye Nakahara moved to San Francisco to establish herself as a professional artist, selling her watercolors of the San Francisco waterfront through the Polk Gallery. In 1967 Kellye married David Wallett, a high school teacher and moved to Los Angeles where she began her career as an actress. Halfway through the first season of M*A*S*H, she was offerred the part of "Nurse Kellye" from Producer Gene Reynolds, appearing in every episode of this 11 year series, with her roles getting bigger every season.
Production on this series came to an end in January of 1983 with a final episode that was viewed by over 25 million people. Kellye spent the next several years after M*A*S*H traveling the country appearing in TV commercials as a spokesperson for IBM. She's appeared on a variety of popular television shows and series and in film with Eddie Murphy on Doctor Dolittle and Clue to name a few.
Kellye considered the M*A*S*H actors her second family and remained close to them over the years. In 1998, Kellye hosted a delightful potluck in the backyard of her Pasadena home for the actors, producers/dirrectors, writers and production company catching up on 15 years since the show ended. Here are some comments from fellow M*A*S*H actors upon hearing of her passing.
"She was a treasure. She was sunshine on the set. Sparkle. Laughter. Everyone loved her - everyone "- Loretta Switt
"A light has gone out of he world. A light that spread love and joy and beauty in every place, every time and every dimension in which Kellye moved. May her memory continue to brighten our days" - Mike Farrell
"What a good, feeling person she always was. Sensitive, kind and talented. I think often how, without even trying, she gave life to that spunky, adorable chaacter in 'Hey Look Me Over,' And how, as a person, she possessed so much more." - Alan Alda
"A warm, nurturing, caring soul. Kellye is forever my friend, a mentor, and cute as hell." - Jeff Maxwell (Pvt. Igor)
Kellye continued to paint throughout the years. In 1998 Kellye Wallett Studio was launched, with her friend of 30 years, Wendy Anderson at the Pacific Asia Museum with over 800 attending featuring her collection "The Gardens of Pasadena", featuring historical landmarks, gardens and neighborhoods in Pasadena, CA. Her master paintings are on indefinite loan to the City of Pasadena and still on exhibit at Pasadena City Hall.
In 2008, Kellye was invited by Congressman Adam Schiff to paint a Christmas Ornament for the Official White House Christmas Tree in the Blue Room and attended a dinner reception a the White House hosted by Laura Bush and a special recognition at Schiff's Holiday Gathering.
Her painting "Koi" was selected by Senator Jack Scott in 2001 to represent his district where it was on exhibit at the State Capitol. Kellye was commissioned to paint the Maguire Gardens at the Central Library, which were made into invitations and lithographs for the New Jersey reception during the Democratic National Convention. Kellye was honored as the "Exceptional Woman" of California's 28th District by Congressman Adam B. Schiff in 2015. Recently Kellye was commissioned to paint the Pasadena Civic Auditorium by the Pasadena Center Operating Company on the occasion of the 85th Anniversary of the Civic Auditorium where it is on exhibit.
Kellye served 8 years as the mayor's appointee on the Pasadena Arts and Culture Commission. She sang with the California Philharmonic Chorale in Los Angeles, and served as the Artist-in-Residence, Artistic Advisor and Performance Coach for the Towne Singers, a well-respected group, The Towne Singers perform to sell-out crowds at their annual Spring Concert. Kellye served as a judge on Rep. Adam Schiff's Blue Ribbon Committee for the 28th Congressional District Art Competition. She was also a strong supporter of the "Sunshine Kids" founded by fellow M*A*S*H actor G.W. Bailey. She also served as the "Ambassador for the Cherry Blossom Festival SoCal in Pasadena and Los Angeles for 10 years, which attracted over 60,000 attendees.
"I am deeply saddened to learn of the passing of my friend, Kellye Nakahara Wallett. Kellye was known nationwide for her role as "Nurse Kellye" on M*A*S*H, Pasadena knew her as a compassionate neighbor and talented artist who always gave back to her community. For many years, Kellye served as a judge for our district's Congressional Art Competition. In 2008, I chose her to paint an ornament for the Official White House Christmas Tree, and in 2015, I honored her as one of our district's "Women of the Year." I am thinking of her friends and family during this difficult time. Our community is more colorful and wonderful for having Kellye in it. We will miss her dearly." - Congressman Adam Schiff, 28th Congressional District.
Kellye and her husband David were long time residents of Pasadena. She is survived by husband David, daughter and son-in-law Nalani and Lee Colman, son and daughter-in-law Will and Tatia Wallett and grandchildren Maxton, Grayson, David and William.
Donations in Kellye's name made be made to www.sunshinekids.org - G.W. Bailey, Executive Director - The Sunshine Kids Foundation adds quality of life to children with cancer by providing them with exciting, positive group activities, so they may once again do what kids are meant to do . . . have fun and celebrate life!
1948 - 2020
On February 16, 2020, Kellye Nakahara Wallett succumbed to her fight with cancer surrounded by her family and close friends. And fight she did with humor, spunk and laughter. Born and raised in Oahu, Kellye Nakahara moved to San Francisco to establish herself as a professional artist, selling her watercolors of the San Francisco waterfront through the Polk Gallery. In 1967 Kellye married David Wallett, a high school teacher and moved to Los Angeles where she began her career as an actress. Halfway through the first season of M*A*S*H, she was offerred the part of "Nurse Kellye" from Producer Gene Reynolds, appearing in every episode of this 11 year series, with her roles getting bigger every season.
Production on this series came to an end in January of 1983 with a final episode that was viewed by over 25 million people. Kellye spent the next several years after M*A*S*H traveling the country appearing in TV commercials as a spokesperson for IBM. She's appeared on a variety of popular television shows and series and in film with Eddie Murphy on Doctor Dolittle and Clue to name a few.
Kellye considered the M*A*S*H actors her second family and remained close to them over the years. In 1998, Kellye hosted a delightful potluck in the backyard of her Pasadena home for the actors, producers/dirrectors, writers and production company catching up on 15 years since the show ended. Here are some comments from fellow M*A*S*H actors upon hearing of her passing.
"She was a treasure. She was sunshine on the set. Sparkle. Laughter. Everyone loved her - everyone "- Loretta Switt
"A light has gone out of he world. A light that spread love and joy and beauty in every place, every time and every dimension in which Kellye moved. May her memory continue to brighten our days" - Mike Farrell
"What a good, feeling person she always was. Sensitive, kind and talented. I think often how, without even trying, she gave life to that spunky, adorable chaacter in 'Hey Look Me Over,' And how, as a person, she possessed so much more." - Alan Alda
"A warm, nurturing, caring soul. Kellye is forever my friend, a mentor, and cute as hell." - Jeff Maxwell (Pvt. Igor)
Kellye continued to paint throughout the years. In 1998 Kellye Wallett Studio was launched, with her friend of 30 years, Wendy Anderson at the Pacific Asia Museum with over 800 attending featuring her collection "The Gardens of Pasadena", featuring historical landmarks, gardens and neighborhoods in Pasadena, CA. Her master paintings are on indefinite loan to the City of Pasadena and still on exhibit at Pasadena City Hall.
In 2008, Kellye was invited by Congressman Adam Schiff to paint a Christmas Ornament for the Official White House Christmas Tree in the Blue Room and attended a dinner reception a the White House hosted by Laura Bush and a special recognition at Schiff's Holiday Gathering.
Her painting "Koi" was selected by Senator Jack Scott in 2001 to represent his district where it was on exhibit at the State Capitol. Kellye was commissioned to paint the Maguire Gardens at the Central Library, which were made into invitations and lithographs for the New Jersey reception during the Democratic National Convention. Kellye was honored as the "Exceptional Woman" of California's 28th District by Congressman Adam B. Schiff in 2015. Recently Kellye was commissioned to paint the Pasadena Civic Auditorium by the Pasadena Center Operating Company on the occasion of the 85th Anniversary of the Civic Auditorium where it is on exhibit.
Kellye served 8 years as the mayor's appointee on the Pasadena Arts and Culture Commission. She sang with the California Philharmonic Chorale in Los Angeles, and served as the Artist-in-Residence, Artistic Advisor and Performance Coach for the Towne Singers, a well-respected group, The Towne Singers perform to sell-out crowds at their annual Spring Concert. Kellye served as a judge on Rep. Adam Schiff's Blue Ribbon Committee for the 28th Congressional District Art Competition. She was also a strong supporter of the "Sunshine Kids" founded by fellow M*A*S*H actor G.W. Bailey. She also served as the "Ambassador for the Cherry Blossom Festival SoCal in Pasadena and Los Angeles for 10 years, which attracted over 60,000 attendees.
"I am deeply saddened to learn of the passing of my friend, Kellye Nakahara Wallett. Kellye was known nationwide for her role as "Nurse Kellye" on M*A*S*H, Pasadena knew her as a compassionate neighbor and talented artist who always gave back to her community. For many years, Kellye served as a judge for our district's Congressional Art Competition. In 2008, I chose her to paint an ornament for the Official White House Christmas Tree, and in 2015, I honored her as one of our district's "Women of the Year." I am thinking of her friends and family during this difficult time. Our community is more colorful and wonderful for having Kellye in it. We will miss her dearly." - Congressman Adam Schiff, 28th Congressional District.
Kellye and her husband David were long time residents of Pasadena. She is survived by husband David, daughter and son-in-law Nalani and Lee Colman, son and daughter-in-law Will and Tatia Wallett and grandchildren Maxton, Grayson, David and William.
Donations in Kellye's name made be made to www.sunshinekids.org - G.W. Bailey, Executive Director - The Sunshine Kids Foundation adds quality of life to children with cancer by providing them with exciting, positive group activities, so they may once again do what kids are meant to do . . . have fun and celebrate life!
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It's "Kellye Nakahara Day" on Jeff & Ryan's the M*A*S*H Matters Podcast!
Subscribe and listen on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, iHeart Radio, or any podcast player.
Or listen online here: https://mashmatterspodcast.com/?p=249
KELLYE WALLETT STUDIO
Here are some samples of Watercolor Giclee and Oils
available for sale. Many of the original oils are available for sale.
Some oils are available with framing.
Giclee are available in various sizes and prices are based on size.
If you are interested, inquire to Wendy at [email protected] or 626-683-8243
Here are some samples of Watercolor Giclee and Oils
available for sale. Many of the original oils are available for sale.
Some oils are available with framing.
Giclee are available in various sizes and prices are based on size.
If you are interested, inquire to Wendy at [email protected] or 626-683-8243
- “COMING HOME” by Kellye Wallett for the Towne Singers Concert on May 20, 2018 “Take Me Home —Our American Music Journey”
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October 2017 painting of the Historic Pasadena Civic Auditorium
for their 85th Anniversary. Original painting hangs in the Visitors Center of the Pasadena Convention Center. |
WATER COLORS are available as ORIGINAL (in RED) or GICLEE
Giclee is high quality printing on Strathmore watercolor paper in the size of your choice (in proportion).
They come without mat or frames. (Originals are 12x14 or 14x16 in size)
Giclee prices start at $150.00 plus shipping & handling.
Giclee is high quality printing on Strathmore watercolor paper in the size of your choice (in proportion).
They come without mat or frames. (Originals are 12x14 or 14x16 in size)
Giclee prices start at $150.00 plus shipping & handling.
KOI
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GREEN DOOR
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LAS CASITAS
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BLUE DOOR
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FOUNTAIN
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COURTYARD
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WRIGLEY GARDEN
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GIRL ON BALCONY
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CELESTIAL
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WEDDING DRESS
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KIDS IN GARDEN
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AT THE BEACH
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EASTER HUNT
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WINTER
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WINTER COTTAGE
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CHRISTMAS RADIO
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HOLIDAY TRAIN
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OPERA
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HOLIDAY GLOBE
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AURORA
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FALL LEAVES
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FIELD OF FLOWERS
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PURPLE PORCH
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WISTERIA TRELLIS
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OIL PAINTINGS are available as originals (in Red) - available as giclee on canvas or strathmore
Giclee is high quality printing on canvas or Strathmore watercolor paper in the size of your choice.
They come without mat or frames. Originals on canvas in various sizes.
Giclee prices start at $150.00 plus shipping & handling.
Giclee is high quality printing on canvas or Strathmore watercolor paper in the size of your choice.
They come without mat or frames. Originals on canvas in various sizes.
Giclee prices start at $150.00 plus shipping & handling.
BLUE HILL
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RED BOAT
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TINY TUG
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GARDEN SONG
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PACIFIC SONG
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FOAM MAGIC
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SUNSET SONG
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WINDY DAY SONG
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MAJESTIC CLIFFS
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DESCANSO MORNING
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SOLITUDE MOUNTAIN
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SAFE HARBOR
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