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A Passing: Dr. Ken Altshuler

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Ruth and Ken Altshuler were the “must-have” couple for any undertaking, whether it was a social gathering or a major fundraiser. As if their resumes weren’t enough, they were people magnets. She was the grand lady of Dallas philanthropy and community involvement; he was the legendary head of UT Southwestern’s Department of Psychiatry. Their stories started decades ago … [Read more...] about A Passing: Dr. Ken Altshuler

A Passing: Rory Meyers

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There was a presence about Rory Meyers that just seemed to make her glow. Some might claim that it was her beautiful white hair pulled back in a ponytail; some might say it was that smile that welcomed all; others might say it was an aura that came from a life of helping and giving. Born Rose-Marie Mangeri in the Bronx 79 years ago, Rory wasn’t one to seek fame and power. … [Read more...] about A Passing: Rory Meyers

The Passings Of 2020 North Texas Inspirations

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It goes without saying that 2020 established a sorrowful record of deaths since COVID-19 invaded our lives. Within that brief time, coronavirus has become the third leading cause of death in the U.S., with more than 343,000 victims and 27,000+ in Texas to date. The daily tallies have almost numbed the mind to the magnitude of the losses. In addition to the pandemic’s … [Read more...] about The Passings Of 2020 North Texas Inspirations

A Passing: Charley Pride

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It was back in 1974 when a couple of gals — blonde Patti Williams (who eventually became Patti Hunt) and brunette Jacque Wynne — got together to create a fundraiser to fight cancer: the Cattle Baron's Ball. They were young and probably didn't have a clue that absolutely nobody in their right mind would have any type of North Texas fundraiser outdoors in June. But, shoot! Like … [Read more...] about A Passing: Charley Pride

A Passing: Edith O’Donnell

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They always stood out in a crowd. Whether it was among young students proudly displaying their artwork or guests attending a receptions for Dallas area philanthropists, this couple just plain stood out. It wasn’t only because they both had aged with snow white hair and faces that reflected the years. It wasn’t because he seemed even taller than the others as he stood near her … [Read more...] about A Passing: Edith O’Donnell

A Gentle Reminder: Jessica McClure’s Rescue Recalls The Importance Placed On A Single Life

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It was back in 1987 that the infamous Unabomber created fear throughout the nation; Ronald Reagan was president; the Stock Market cratered on October 19; CNN was just a fledgling news service; the oil bust had hit Texas hard; AOL was a start-up online email service and Facebook's Mark Zuckerberg was just three years old. Why, fax machines were considered highest tech. And … [Read more...] about A Gentle Reminder: Jessica McClure’s Rescue Recalls The Importance Placed On A Single Life

A Passing: Edwin Lochridge Cox Sr.

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Edna Ferber’s “Giant” celebrated an era when derricks sprouted throughout the state of Texas like bluebonnets and giants were indeed made thanks to the guzzling demands of automobiles for oil. It was a ripe time for a young, smart fella to become what seemed like an overnight success. One of those fellas was Edwin Lochridge Cox. Everybody just called him “Ed.” Born October … [Read more...] about A Passing: Edwin Lochridge Cox Sr.

A Gentle Reminder: Send No Flowers, Please

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The recent death of Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg has raised a question about the appropriate gesture of sympathy for a member of the Jewish faith. In many reports, mourners have left flowers with the purpose of honoring her. While the intentions are made with only the best intentions, it should be noted that floral arrangements are not in keeping with Judaism … [Read more...] about A Gentle Reminder: Send No Flowers, Please

A Passing: Ryan Anthony

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Ryan Anthony was world-renowned for his bringing the most amazing sounds out of a trumpet. The Dallas Symphony Orchestra was lucky indeed when they managed to have him join its musical ensemble in 2004. In many ways, Ryan was too good to be true with his movie star looks, his boy-next–door personality and his too-good-for-words family. What many didn’t realize was that Ryan … [Read more...] about A Passing: Ryan Anthony

A Passing: Donald Fowler

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If there was ever a person whose life was filled with colorful and magical threads, it was Donald Fowler. He looked at each person and opportunity as a brilliant new thread to weave into his life’s tapestry. There was the thread of the theater. From acting to producing, Donald loved the boards. Just because he had no formal musical training, he didn’t let that deter him from … [Read more...] about A Passing: Donald Fowler