New York, Illinois
1955 - 2014
BROEKSMIT--William Shaw, 58, died January 26 in London. He is survived by his loving wife of nearly 30 years, Alla Broeksmit; his son, Valentin Gregory Broeksmit; two daughters, Alessa Murray Broeksmit and Katherine Shaw Broeksmit; his mother, Jane Broeksmit; his sister, Laura Broeksmit Downing;...
Read MoreTo Bill's family: Bill was one of my very first mentors whom I met in the 80s while a receptionist at Continental Bank in Chicago. I was a youngster just entering the workforce and I remember him asking me what are my vices. He was a good man and will be missed.
Anna Davis
September 19, 2018 | Atlanta, GA | Coworker
Bills intellect and uncommon integrity shall be a cherished memory for many finance professionals like me whose paths crossed with his even briefly.
Kamal Mehta
March 14, 2014
Dear Alla,
My most sincere condolences to you and the children. Nam and I wish to convey our deepest feelings to you in this very difficult moment. While we could not come to the NY ceremony as I was traveling Nam and I hope and trust that our paths may once again cross somewhere and we can reconnect.
We connected only briefly with Bill (and you) while in NY our memories of Bill are filled with his intellectual strength, wisdom and straightforwardness. We shall cherish...
Gopal Menon
February 25, 2014 | New York, NY
God bless Bills soul and look out for his family. Thank you Bill for being in our lives and being good person to your family and friends. Just know you were appreciated and always wished the best then and in the future in heaven
Jo Ann Alston
February 21, 2014 | Far Hills, NJ
My dearest Alla and family,
My very heartfelt condolences. I am deeply sadden for you at this enormous loss and the difficult time you and yours must be going through. Please know that all of Bill's wonderful attributes were greatly appreciated and admired by those who knew him and that you have many friends in life who will help your through. Please know that if you need anything at all, you can count on me. Please do not hesitate to reach out to me. Sincerely, Jo Ann Alston
Jo Ann Alston
February 21, 2014 | Far Hills, NJ
I pass along my sympathy to Bill's family. I had the honor of working with him at Merrill Lynch in the mid-1980's and fondly recall his wonderful spirit, intellectual insight and unparalleled integrity. May his memory be for a blessing.
Michael Herskovitz
February 19, 2014 | New York, NY
Dear Alla
My thoughts are with you and your family at this very sad and difficult time.
Maureen
Maureen Nathan
February 13, 2014 | London
Dear Alla, we all miss Bill and we are holding you in our hearts. Come see us in California or Cuttyhunk.
Chas Hulley
February 11, 2014 | San Francisco, CA
Dear Alla, I wanted you to know that I am thinking of you in such difficult times. Although I really didnt know Bill very well he was always so kind I am so sorry for your loss. Much love,
Vikki Leffman
February 10, 2014 | London