Annina was born in Loebau, Germany on August 25, 1969. She was the most generous, kind, compassionate and loving mother. She was incredibly creative, loved to laugh and taught us that the happiest people in the world are those who put others first, which is exactly what she did as a mother - always putting her 6 children first. After bravely battling her illness with incredible strength, she sadly passed away on 19th November 2008, at the age of 39, after living with Motor Neurone Disease for 9 months. She is much loved, deeply missed every day and will always be remembered.

It has been her incredible strength and determination to continue fighting that has been our inspiration and continued motivation to help others affected by Motor Neurone Disease. The Annina Paeschel Tribute Fund was set up to celebrate her life, make her proud and help to raise vital funds to support the wonderful work of the MND Association, so that one day many families will not have to go through the same challenges we did.