Ivana, who died at age 73 from blunt impact injuries caused by an accidental fall down the stairs in her Manhattan townhouse, had always remained close to the Trump family. Her death was met with tributes from Donald and their three children—Donald Jr., Ivanka, and Eric—who praised her resilience, style, and devotion as a mother and grandmother. Her burial came quickly after her death, and by the time the public noticed the unusual choice of location, the decision had already been finalized.

Her grave, simple in appearance and surrounded by white flowers, is located near the back edge of the golf course, positioned far enough from the