tenBraak, Anthony

Anthony John tenBraak, 80, of Pinehurst, NC passed Tuesday April 12, 2011 at his residence. Mr. tenBraak was born October 26, 1930 in Amsterdam, The Netherlands to the late Hendricus and Johanna (Mentink) tenBraak. Anthony served as 1st Lieutenant in the Royal Dutch Air Force prior to immigrating to the United States becoming a citizen in 1959. Mr. tenBraak worked in the Chemical Industry in Chicago, Cincinnati, Philadelphia and New Jersey areas (Allied Chemical, Vice President G.A.F and Vice President Buffalo Color Corp.). Anthony proudly served for 23 years on the Morristownship, New Jersey Board of Adjustment from 1973 to 1996 and as Chairman from 1989 to 1996. Anthony enjoyed bridge, gardening, golfing, boating, tennis, travel, listening to music, and gatherings with his family. He is remembered for his wonderful sense of humor, his friendly personality, and his devotion to family, friends, and his community. Mr. tenBraak is survived by his wife of fifty three years, Cecilia (Powell) tenBraak. Two sons, Richard tenBraak and wife Lindsey of Vail, CO; and Christian tenBraak and wife Jan of Littleton, CO; a daughter, Johanna Weber, and husband Joseph of San Diego, CA; Four grandchildren, Jennifer Weber, Matthew Weber, Jakob tenBraak, and Maxwell tenBraak. Mr. tenBraak was preceded in death by a brother, Gerard tenBraak. A memorial service will be held 2PM Monday April 18th 2011 at The Village Chapel in Pinehurst with the Pastor Dr. Glenn I. Miller officiating. Memorial contributions can be made in memory of Mr. Anthony tenBraak to FirstHealth Hospice and Palliative Care at 150 Applecross Rd. Pinehurst, NC 28374 or The American Diabetes Association at PO Box 11454 Alexandria, VA 22312