Thank you for visiting this site dedicated to the memory of Ann de Brauw.
On April 9, 2011, after a brave struggle of many years, Ann de Brauw was liberated from the challenges of Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (also known as PSP), a rare and untreatable degenerative brain disease, the causes of which remain unknown to this day.
She is survived by her husband Chris, son Alan and his wife Jen, son Michael and his wife Jennifer, son Trevor and his wife Lisa, and two grandsons: Ethan and Pieter, as well as her brother Alan Mickelson.
She was cremated on April 12th, after a private family ceremony.
We hosted an open house in celebration of Ann's life on Saturday, June 25. We served a homemade Rijsttafel, the traditional Indonesian buffet that was Ann's specialty and that she taught Michael how to prepare. The menu can be found in the Life Story section of this website. The slideshow shown on that day is available online at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cTUlOxot-4Y.
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Thoughts
Christiaan and I grew up together in Holland. Our fathers were brothers. Pieter and Maurits. Christiaan left Holland and settled in the US, in Evanston. I left Holland and settled in Australia, Tasmania.
Chris and Ann loved to travel, and came to visit me in Hobart,Tasmania in 2004. We had a great time together, exploring the East Coast of the island, sampling wines and food, and some of the beaches and forests. Such precious memories.
Today is June 25, 2011 and it is the Celebration of Ann's Life.
What a Journey Ann has traveled . What a Gift she has given to us all.
With Love from Hobart Tasmania,to you all in Evanston, America. May love make the world go round!
Lucia Ikin-de Brauw
ikinlucia
25th June 2011
I write this on the day of Ann's Memorial. I have only known Ann for the last 6 years of her life as I was her personal trainer. Having read the thoughts contributed by her family and friends on this website, I realize much of the "real Ann" was never lost even during the last period of her illness. Ann was extremely motivated, eager, and committed to getting physically stronger even when she didn't feel well. was unbelievably brave during the process of diagnosing this rare disease as well as living in an un-balanced world everyday. She met every challenge with patience and laughter. Ann was loyal to me during a time of physical challenge for me. I am grateful to have know Ann for the time that I did. I wish I had known her while she was healthy, but I know that those qualities that made Ann who she was never left her. Chris, who is a valiant caregiver,partner and friend has made me feel part of the family and I will always cherish knowing Ann, Chris and their family together and individually now and in the future.
Sent by Marla Brodsky
mbrodsky
25th June 2011
Ann and I had many years of friendship, going out to lunch every month for about ten years. She loved restaurants, and so do I! Ann was very much down to earth, lovable, and humble. I send my deepest sympathy to Chris and all the family. She will be remembered for her goodness for a long, long time.
Eleanor Riley
mcsolomon
14th June 2011
Candles
with loving thoughts, always
Lit by Lucia Ikin de Brauw on 9th April 2021
Last Sunday it was exactly 12 years ago that you died. I visited your "spot" in Galena and took a photo of your Buddha that I sent on to the boys. We miss you so much. Rest in peace my darling!
Lit by Chris on 11th April 2023
Thank you, Ann, for being a beautiful and caring person. Continue to Rest In Peace.
Lit by Angela Roberts on 11th April 2020