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Tooske Ragas Says Her Father Chose Euthanasia on His 85th Birthday Under Dutch Law

She describes a physician-led process completed after months of consultations and official steps.

Overview

  • Ragas said her father, who had been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, opted for a self-determined death he viewed as his personal threshold of “up to here and no further.”
  • According to her account, the family’s general practitioner administered the euthanasia in line with Netherlands requirements.
  • Ragas, her mother, and her brother were present during his final moments and supported his decision.
  • She paid tribute on Instagram, calling him her hero and describing the farewell as dignified and openly discussed within the family.
  • German coverage set the disclosure within a broader discussion of assisted dying, referencing recent high-profile self-chosen deaths and public reactions.