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iN mEmOry Eric Johnson ’76 passed away on July 17, 2017 at home on the farm in Wisconsin that he loved so much. kou Lung Jim Nance ’76 passed away on July 31, 2017. Eileen See roldaan ’76 passed away on August 25, 2017. Nancy Kraft ’76: She was a gentle soul and full of grace. I will miss her and remember her always. 26

Bjorn Bruinsma ’89 passed away on January 21, 2017. Annie Wu Su ’89: How does a brilliant mind stay put? No walls, no room, no rules, and no parameters could contain Bjorn’s brilliance. Since 9th grade his mind scaled the heights and peaks of math, physics, and knowledge. We reconnected a few years ago and shared our insights from life as well as our passion for cooking. He gave me a lot of new ideas on how to expand my culinary horizons. I didn’t notice that Bjorn was an introvert and deep thinker in high school; I only realized it as an adult. He cared deeply about things, and loved his friends and family dearly. Writing music and exploring the culinary arts were an outlet for his creativity. His hunger for life, for truth, and for pushing the limits kept him moving.

Simon Scott ’89: Bjorn was my best friend in Taiwan. We spent many weekends scouring computer stores for new games… I will always remember him for his kindness, friendship, and amazing intellect!

Dan Cooper ’89: Bjorn and I reconnected about five years ago when I was in Shanghai. We ended up trading some interesting things with each other: I wanted Bjorn to send me some Belgian comic books titled Dan Cooper and Bjorn wanted me to send him a bat skeleton in a display case. I will always remember my friendship with Bjorn. He will be missed.

Aileen Niu ’89 was finally granted rest from her struggle with cancer on March 30, 2017. Her family is very proud of her bravery and poise throughout the illness. Her love and humor, her smiles, and her grace will be forever in our hearts and minds.

Ame de Leon ’89 passed away on September 24, 2017. Annie Wu Su ’89: Ame had thick curly hair, round eyes with curly lashes, and a winsome gaze. She wrote in-depth poetry, composed her own music, and enjoyed having fun. I loved her free spirit and kindness. She reminded me of the things I didn’t notice about my character or myself. Even in our 40’s, she walked with me through the mid-life transition and helped me find myself and keep my head up. She was a sincere friend. katy Hsieh ’95 passed away from an accidental fall at home in September 2017. She loved nature, water, sunsets, and karaoke.

Former Faculty

Bernice m. Hecht (TAS Business Department 1966-1971), known to many as Bea, died peacefully on February 22, 2018 at the age of 97. She met and married Air Force Captain E. Edward Hecht in 1950. As an Air Force wife, she traveled the world, but she remained a Kansas farm girl who always knew ‘there’s no place like home.’ The Hechts were stationed at numerous bases in the U.S. and overseas. Their last two posts before leaving the government service were Vietnam and Taiwan. She is survived by her son Gregory Hecht ’69, her daughters Cynthia Hecht ’71 and Marcia Lowry, and her grandchildren. Larry Alan Ethier (TAS Upper School Associate Principal 1997-2000) passed away in April 2017. He married Deborah Charter in 1971 and they shared 46 wonderful years together. They have three children and seven grandchildren. Larry was a passionate, innovative, and influential teacher, volleyball coach, and school administrator. Through his work, he made a positive impact upon many people around the world. Larry was deeply respected and will be remembered as an empathetic, funloving, wise, and honest man who had a genuine interest in, and immediate effect upon, everyone he met.

Joyce Deanne Bush whalen (TAS Faculty 1989 - 2008) passed away on February 20, 2018 at her home in Kissimmee, Florida. Joyce and her husband Ralph taught at various schools around the world, including 24 years at TAS. Joyce, Ralph, and their two children Ryah ’01 and Jacob ’04, loved to travel and explore the world. Hosting many friends in their home for dinners and parties was an important part of their family life. Joyce most enjoyed being a mom and creating family traditions and memories. Many will remember her hearty laugh and her lifelong hobby of quilting. Shelton Chow (Upper School English Teacher 1970-1978) passed away on March 29, 2018. While at TAS, he primarily taught English Literature and Composition in the Upper School, but also briefly taught Language Arts and History in the Middle School. After TAS, he taught at the American School in Isfahan and eventually retired from • a Seattle public school. He always cherished his students and time in Taiwan.

Derryl Franz (Athletic Director 19841995), beloved basketball coach, passed away on January 18, 2018. Prior to joining TAS, he worked at the International School of Bangkok and was credited as one of the founding fathers of IASAS. In 1984, former TAS superintendent Guy Lott Jr. recruited both Derryl and his wife Merilyn to come to Taipei. Derryl worked to strengthen the school’s athletics program and was instrumental in convincing the IASAS schools to include TAS. As a result, thousands of TAS students have had the opportunity to participate in IASAS events since then.

Jeff Li ’94: There is perhaps no other person from whom I learned more about decency and kindness than Derryl Franz, who was my coach and mentor from 1992-1994 when I played varsity basketball. In a sport obsessed with winning, he cared more about integrity and fundamentals. He always remembered every player’s name, even those who didn’t make the cut to be on the team. He knew that while we thought we were playing basketball, he was preparing us to become better versions of ourselves for our lives ahead.

Being mentored by Coach Franz and feeling that impact is one of the reasons that I became an educator. His legacy lives on in hundreds of players who remember his stern voice, calm fire, and easy smile. I can literally hear him now, telling me to be in the flat triangle, to never let a player cut in front of me, to rotate, and to help out on defense. I will find an old gym somewhere and run one last set of lines for Coach.