In Loving Memory of Anna Tipps

In January, we lost a woman of extraordinary faith, character, talent and beauty. Anna Tipps was the original founder and publisher of Purely Delicious magazine, until October of 2008. Anna was diagnosed with breast cancer in August of 2008. She was a wonderful friend, caring mother of Clara, Robert, Julia and Maggie and cherished spouse of Charlie. Below are a few notes as collected from friends about Anna. Please feel free to add your own kind words of remembrance. We miss you Anna. You made our lives richer just by knowing you.

In Memory of Anna Tipps

...a beautiful soul, taken from her earthly body before her time. Her gentle nature, kindness and intense desire to be of service endeared her to her many friends both near and far. I first met Anna at an Alicia Cohen class. We got to know each other when she won the bid for an hour of my coaching time, right there in her hotel room. Her focus of course was not on her, but on her kids. We talked long past the hour about each of her children who she apparently loved deeply and for whom she desired the very best.

We became fast friends and spoke frequently, both over the internet and on the phone. Anna was a person who could make things happen. She’d get an idea and turn it into reality practically overnight. It started with her calendar, then Purely Delicious magazine, which grew from a spark, which we brainstormed about a few times, to reality, in no less than a few months. It never ceased to amaze me how she could be devoted mom to 4 young children, teach raw foods classes, build and run her website and create a magazine from scratch. Her photo artistry and eye for design were flawless.

Anna, you touched so many lives and inspired countless people to reach for their highest and best. Your gentle laughter, warm heart and loving soul will be missed deeply and intensely by all who had the honor of knowing you.

Dr. Ritamarie Loscalzo | Certified Clinical Nutritionist, Acupuncture Certified Chiropractor

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“Anna Tipps was the epitome of beauty, excellence, professionalism, and joy. Even in her time of extreme hardship, she maintained a loving positive attitude, inspiring those around her. The world is a better place for having had Anna here. She will be missed--we can only think that she is needed elsewhere.”

Cherie Soria & Dan Laderman | Living Light Culinary Institute

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"I was contacted by Anna during the first year of Purely Delicious magazine, the magazine that she set up and was devoted to. She was gracious enough to say some very nice things about me in the interview and I remember being particularly struck by her kindness and positive energy. I feel blessed that we were able to connect briefly and am touched that she started PD before she left, so we can all still enjoy her vision."

Russell James | Chef, Author, Instructor at 105 degrees

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"Anna was a huge-hearted, bright visionary in the raw movement and her vision and message will surely live on through the Purely Delicious publications. We celebrate her generous contributions and loving spirit - thanks for all that you shared, Anna"

Angela Stokes-Monarch | Raw Reform

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Anna was a wonderful friend and a great inspiration to me while I was going through my first pregnancy and all the while being such a support for me while she was battling her cancer. I was fortunate enough to spend last summer 2009 with her in her home. We stayed up late many nights talking about life. It was wonderful to be with her; sharing life, making amazing raw food and working on the 2010 Raw Food Calendar. My favorite last memory is when many of our friends met at the Paul Nison event in Houston. She looked radiant and beautiful. She was a kindred spirit to me.

Tonya Cole Lightfoot | Journey of Health

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PS. I am including a picture of Anna with Paul and my daughter Abigail Dahl. If you wanted to use this picture I am sure Paul will not mind.

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Anna & I have been friends for a long time and our friendship bond was strong. Since the first day she called me we found ourselves laughing & feeling a sisterly bond. We have never met face to face only emails & phone calls but we called ourselves “Forever Friends” & really cared for each other. She was a dedicated wife, wonderful mother to her family & a beautiful soul and friend. I will miss her terrible but know she is singing and still loving life beyond her earthy body. I just want to let the kids know how much she loved you & Charlie you were the love of her life!

Stephanie Raya | Excalibur Resident Chef

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I doubt that any soul has ever known a kinder, gentler, or more faith-filled spirit than that of Anna Tipps. When God created her, He must have danced with joy to know the glowing light that she would become for Him in this world. Maybe, as a way to honor her life, we could all take just a moment each day to thank God for the very breath He fills us with...and use that breath to glorify Him, and make the world a better place... just as Anna did.

Lisa Testa | friend

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You may make a special donation to Anna's four children, at Commercial State Bank, or Anna had a very special place in her heart for "Special Missions" in care of Cinco Ranch Church of Christ.

Please make checks payable to: IBO Anna Tipps Memorial

Commercial State Bank
Suite 100
29818 FM 1093
Fulshear Texas 77441

or

Cinco Ranch Church of Christ:
6655 South Mason Road
Katy Texas 77450