Dear family of Fleur. It’s taken me a few days to find the words to write this message because I still struggle with the fact that she is no longer with us. I can only imagine the pain you are going through right now and I’m so deeply sorry for you loss. You should know that she talked about you with such warmth and LOVE. You inspired her so much to change the world to the better. Lucky for us she gave EY that passion and energy and she has made such an amazing impact. I have worked with Fleur for about three years and I was always so impressed with her knowledge, leadership and passion for DE&I. I will do my best to carry her legacy forward and I will always keep her in my heart. Best, Åsa Granstrand, DE&I leader in the Nordics…

To Fleur’s family, It is with deep sadness I share my condolences.  Fleur and I have known each other and worked together for many years, she being one of my inspirations for having the courage to step up as a DE&I champions.  Her impact on EY, and beyond, was felt by so many and for so many she made an enormous difference.  We were privileged to know her and call her ours, you were lucky to call her yours.  Every time we spoke there was a mention of one family member or another, it was a joy to see her take inspirtion from her family as she challenged us all to be better.  Fleur will be missed by me, by everyone at EY and by all she came to know. My best regards at this sad time,Catherine…

Such sad news, I cannot begin to imagine the loss you feel. We started at EY around the same time and she was such an inspirational character from the beginning. Fleur was so passionate about D&I and her work in general, it would be hard to not admire her determination. She will be remembered for the impact she had on everyone here at EY.  May she rest in peace. Zara…

Dear Fleur´s family, what a very sad news. I have been working with Fleur since the very beginning of my career at EY. Whatever project we have been working on and wherever our personal meetings have happened, I have always admired her passion about D, E & I and her drive and power to make EY an even more inclusive and equitable company with a very strong D, E & I culture and agenda. Even in the toughest moments, she has kept her focus and passion as she was fully convinced that we were doing the right things for EY and our people. She was really outstanding and has never lost her passion and humor. I will keep her and my memories in my heart and my thoughts are with you and your family and friends. Oliver…

Dear Bothwick family,  I was stunned to hear of the sudden loss of Fleur. My deepest condolences to you all. I had the privilege of working with Fleur for several years during our time in DEI at EY. I truly admired her no nonsense attitude and had her drive to challenge the status quo. I also really loved her dry sense of humour. She was always vocal around ensuring we looked at DEI from a global lens and reminded us to understand the global context, especially in Europe. I am grateful to have worked with her, learn from her, and laugh with her. She has left an impact on so many. I hope you take comfort in knowing how many people will truly miss her. …

Dear Fleur’s Family and friends ! I have known Fleur for couple of years now, she was a true role model and inspiring Leader, used to encourage and support us in creating a more equitable and inclusive work environment. She contributed tremendously to the DE&I agenda. I pray from God to give you the strength and the patience to bare her loss. Fleur, you will be missed ! Liliane…

Dear Fleur’s Family,  Fluer and I had worked together over a number of years.  Fleur was always available and on hand to support and guide – she was so generous with her time.  I truly valued and admired her for this.  She took the time to connect not only on a professional level but on a personal level too.  It was obvious she truly cared about the relationships she had.  She was an inspiration as a Leader and also within her field of Expertise and I know delivered so much impact and value to EY and Society at large.  I hope it will be comforting, for you in time, to know that she leaves behind one incredible and I’ve no doubt long lasting legacy.  She will certainly be missed by many at EY including myself.  Sending love and thoughts at this difficult time.  Claire x…

Dear Bothwick family, I am so sorry for the loss of your wife and mum.  She was an incredible lady! Fleur and I worked together at EY for over 10 years.  In all our interactions what stood out was Fleur’s passion, commitment and energy to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.  She was incredibly committed to creating a more equitable working environment and society for all.  She encouraged us all to try harder, to be better, and to achieve more in the field of DE&I.  She was an inspiration to us all.  AMB…

It’s heartbreaking writing this message…The day before I’ve been informed of what happened to Fleur, I thought to send her a message, because we had a long call the day before she left EY and we promised eachother to stay in touch…and she took time to write me a sweet message. I could not even imagine what was happening. I’m terribly sad, but I will bring Fleur in my heart forever and I will never forget her passion for DE&I, her authentic and sincere interest to be the voice of minorities, her willingness to help building a better working world. Now that she no more with us I can guarantee to her beloved ones,  that I will do my best to be her voice, I will mantain high her DE&I passion and in her name I will continue building a better working world. Thank you Fleur, a big hug to your family. Doriana…

The news of Fleur passing left me with great sadness. Fleur and I have been DE&I colleagues since 2007, and I can’t count the number of projects, initiatives, workshops and discussions we’ve been on together. Fleur always has been a fearless promoter of DE&I. She was brave and bold, and made a great impact on the EY DE&I world, and beyond. I will remember her passion, her courage, wit and sense of humor.  And the very kind personal note she once sent me, as I was going through difficult times. With my heartfelt condolences and deepest sympathy to Fleur’s family and loved ones….

I was incredibly sorry to hear about Fleur. It was a pleasure working with her over the past couple of years – her passion for inclusion, and her broad ranging relationships across our clients and peer organisations, shone through in her work, and was clearly demonstrated through her facilitation of our Business Disability Forum dinner last year. She has hugely contributed to a lasting impression of a more positively inclusive and DEI aware environment here at EY, and beyond….

Dearest Dan, William, Thomas and Ben.  What a formidable force your wife and mum was.  She loved you all so fiercely and spoke of you often with an open heart.  She regaled stories of graduations and late night hospital visits, university trips, missed flights and so many other life moments with each of you and her face always lit up as she did.  I cannot imagine the Fleur sized hole she has left in your lives. I came to know Fleur 15 years ago.  I joined EY in South Africa and came over for a business trip to Luxemburg in February 2009. I remember the day – 1 February.  It was my birthday and Fleur lent her voice to the cacophony of Happy Birthday singing from those around the table.  She and I go a long way back.  I loved her pragmatism the most.  Knowing which battles to fight and when to walk on by.  I learnt that from her and when she saw my frustration arise she would always remind me of this important life lesson. Thank you my friend for caring x  I will never forget coming for dinner to your home in Oval in February 2020. …

To Fleur’s family I worked with Fleur for a relatively short period of time but was very familiar with her by reputation for many years before. She was a genuine leader in her field, not afraid to challenge the status quo or to deliver difficult to messages. When I worked more closely with her she was an incredibly collaborative colleague who helped join dots across the business and ensured we all benefitted from lessons learned by others. I cannot begin to imagine the scale of your loss and hope that in time you will be able to reflect upon the impact that she had on everyone who’s lives she touched. With love and best wishes Kathryn Wares…

To Fleur’s family and friends, I am so very sorry for the untimely loss of a brilliant, brave and bold leader. It has been a privilege to get to work with and learn from Fleur – her wisdom, passion and guidance on all things DE&I was unparalleled. Fleur’s relentless focus on doing the right thing for all, for raising her voice loud for those who’s voice was not heard and for constantly looking at ways to connect people to work towards a better more equitable world was inspiring. Fleur was never afraid to say what she thought or how she felt – she said it how it was and paved the way for open transparent conversations that allowed for challenge and change.  I’m very grateful for time I got to spend with Fleur – her laugh, her energy and hilarious stories will stay with me and her legacy will continue to create the change she wanted to see in the world.   Ar dheis Dé go raibh a hanam….

Dear Bothwick Family,  My deepest sympathies to you for your tremendous loss.  Fleur was a passionate and committed D&I practitioner who regularly innovated, coached and challenged for progress across EY and in our communities too.  She made a big impact and helped make a difference at EY.   I enjoyed being her colleague, and she also had a great sense of humor and often made me laugh.  I remember one night we were at my apartment at a casual cocktail teaming event, before a dinner.  She had suggested to all to forget the formal dinner to follow and just stay at my house and order pizza, all sit on the floor and chat.  That was a fun evening.  Most importantly,  she was very proud of her family and spoke of you often.  You are all in my thoughts and prayers at this very difficult time, and I am wishing you peace in your hearts.  Sincerely  Karyn Twaronite…