With great sadness, we note the passing of Green Industry giant Wayne Mezitt.

the passing of Green Industry giant Wayne Mezitt

Wayne Mezitt, MCH, MNLA Past President (1976–1978) and long-time supporter of the MNLA Foundation has passed away. Read more on the Weston Nurseries website.

Following a private family service, visitation will be held Tuesday, July 30, from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m., at Chesmore Funeral Home in Hopkinton, 57 Hayden Rowe Street. A Celebration of Life will be held in the near future.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Massachusetts Horticultural Society (Elm Bank) or Worcester Country Horticultural Society (New England Botanical Garden). The full obituary is available here.

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