Colette Dubois Brichant

I am merely an anonymous one of thousands and thousands of students of Colette Brichant. I was in her classes at UCLA in 1966-1968, a French major, but without interest or knowledge of France or of history, just a frivolous youngster. But then I had civilization classes with Madame Brichant. Something clicked, as I watched lecture, I was mesmerized as she talked rapid fire, and oddly always looking slightly up, never at the class. I learned about history, art, architecture, religion, literature, I learned so much, most importantly how much there was to learn. I still have, 45 years later, the books she authored that were our texts, I still have my notes from the lectures, I have thought of her so often over the years. I still thank her for what she gave to me. And I became an academic and a teacher too! Thanks to Madame Brichant.

Steve-- over the years I've grown to know what a powerful influence your mother was on your life in so many ways. She was a remarkable person. She helped you become the great person and loyal friend that I have enjoyed for over 30 years. You can smile and know that she had a life very well lived. Take care of yourself during this time of reflection and celebrating her life. Your good friend, Adam

La distance rend ma présence impossible, cependant, j'espère que cette pensée sincère de sympathie et de compréhension pourra vous apporter réconfort et sérénité.
Recevez nos sincères condoléances de notre part.

Chers Stéphane, Kathie, Michael and Margaret,
Nous sommes tous très tristes d'apprendre le décès de votre mère et grand-mère Colette. Nous gardons un très beau souvenir de nos rencontres à Atlanta. Son immense culture et son esprit de découverte, sa brillante carrière académique et son attachement à nos deux cultures française et américaine étaient exceptionnels et d'une grande richesse pour tous au sein de notre communauté internationale d'Atlanta. Nous nous souvenons avec affection des voyages que Stéphane a continué d'offrir à sa mère jusqu'à une époque très récente pour parcourir les cinq continents. Quel bel exemple d'ouverture sur le monde à suivre pour nous tous ! Toutes nos condoléances et sincères amitiés accompagnées de nos chaleureuses pensées.
Axel, Christine, Lucie, Armand, Stéphane et Benjamin Leblois

An eloquent tribute to your remarkable Mother. So many of her gifts live on in you, Stephen.

In the coming days may God surround you with His comfort.

Stephen, we are so sorry to hear of your loss. It does sound as though your mother had a wonderful life, and lived it to the fullest!

Janet Kowal and Family, Chicago, IL

Stephen, I am sorry for your loss. Your Mother was a special friend to me and I will miss my Tuesday's with her. She lived Life to the fullness and I was bless to have known her.She share stories with me and how much she loved you.Love & Prayers to the Brichant Family

My sisters loved your mother very much. I'm so sorry for your lost. Michelle talked so much of your wonderful mother I felt as if I new her. What a wonderful blessing God gave you.

She lived her life to the max!

Stephen, You were truly blessed to have Colette as your mother. She was a real lady, and I am grateful for the time I spent with her.

My condolences for you and your family. Such a storied life your mother lead, I am glad I had the chance to meet her. Rare is the chance for one to have such incredible opportunities in life, rarer still is the one who makes the most of them. Your mother was truly a kindred spirit to those who define how a life should be lead.

What an extraodinary woman who achieved so much in her lifetime. How lucky you are Stephen,that she was your Mother.
We are so sorry for your loss.
Gary and Susan Sapp, Atlanta, Georgia

I will miss my articulate,generous,well-travelled, and gracious friend. Many are the memories, especially while having our requisite cup of tea.

Une femme formidable, tres accomplie, qui a aimee sa famille avec tout son coeur.
I am so very sorry for your loss.

Stephen je t'offre mes condoleances les plus sinceres. It is a wonderful obituary that really does your mother justice. I learned some fascinating facts about her life.

There can be no more fitting memorial than to say, "Hers was a life well lived."

Evan Davis, what a wonderful life Colette enjoyed!