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Ebby Halliday Acers

Retired Attorney Suzan Fenner And Northwood Woman’s Club To Receive Our Friends Place’s 13th Annual Ebby Award At April Gala

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The late Ebby Halliday Acers would have been 106 years old this month. Despite the loss of the first lady of residential real estate a year-and-a-half ago, her memory and inspiration continue. Timed in sync with Ebby’s natal day is the announcement of the Annual Ebby Award that is presented by Our Friends Place for those contributing to the advancement of girls and/or … [Read more...] about Retired Attorney Suzan Fenner And Northwood Woman’s Club To Receive Our Friends Place’s 13th Annual Ebby Award At April Gala

North Texas Leaders Lost In 2015 Will Live On Through Their Accomplishments And Acts Of Kindness

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As the hours of 2015 wind down, it’s only right to recall just a few of the North Texans who passed away this past year. Some were native-born and others "got here as soon as they could." While their lives came to an end, their countless kindnesses, accomplishments, philanthropy and contributions to the community and world will live on as inspirations for others to continue … [Read more...] about North Texas Leaders Lost In 2015 Will Live On Through Their Accomplishments And Acts Of Kindness

Round Robin September 17 Daytime: North Texas Giving Day And A Tribute To Ebby

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If ever there was a Super Bowl of North Texas philanthropy, Thursday, September 17, was that day. Bad enough that it was the humpback whale fundraisers — North Texas Giving Day — but that didn't stop other activities from taking place, like a very special tribute to legendary Ebby Halliday Acers. Here are just a couple of the activities that took place during the daylight … [Read more...] about Round Robin September 17 Daytime: North Texas Giving Day And A Tribute To Ebby

Ebby’s Influence Extended Today At Her Memorial Service To Support North Texas Giving Day

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Just back from an incredibly beautiful memorial service for Ebby Halliday. Among the thousands in attendance at Park Cities Baptist Church was Communities Foundation of Texas' Main Man Brent Christopher.Despite having the daunting task of being leading the charge to set a record-breaking North Texas Giving Day today, he had taken his place to honor the Duchess of Dallas, … [Read more...] about Ebby’s Influence Extended Today At Her Memorial Service To Support North Texas Giving Day

A Loving Tribute To Ebby Halliday Acers For Teaching Gratitude

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At 3 p.m. on Thursday, a multitude of people will convene at Park Cities Baptist Church to celebrate Ebby Halliday Acers’ 104 years of life. Many will pay homage to the great lady who influenced and befriended so many, both professionally and personally. MySweetCharity asked one of Dallas’ premier wordsmiths, Don Glendenning, to describe his memories of Ebby. From his … [Read more...] about A Loving Tribute To Ebby Halliday Acers For Teaching Gratitude

Ebby Halliday’s Celebration Of Life Service Will Take Place Thursday

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In addition to Thursday, September 17, being North Texas Giving Day, it will also be the day on which Ebby Halliday Acer's 104 years of life will be celebrated at Park Cities Baptist. The service will begin at 3:00 p.m.If you can't make the service, then consider donating to one of the nonprofits that Ebby requested — Ebby's Place at the YW, The Ebby House at Juliette … [Read more...] about Ebby Halliday’s Celebration Of Life Service Will Take Place Thursday

A Passing – Ebby Halliday

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Dallas lost a legend Tuesday night — Ebby Halliday. Her life was one that covered not just 104 years of living, but established standards for others to follow both personally and professionally.It was easy to lose count of all her accomplishments and accolades, like the Horatio Alger in 2005. There were just too many of them, just as there were countless men, women and … [Read more...] about A Passing – Ebby Halliday

The Ebby House At Juliette Fowler Communities Is Dedicated With Ebby Halliday Cutting The Ribbon

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While the attention may have been on Dwell With Dignity’s month-long Thrift Studio back in April and May, the DWD team was busily working with Dallas Junior Forum, Comerica Bank and contractor David Oliver and Olicon to finish up a major project — The Ebby House at Dallas’ Juliette Fowler Communities in Lakewood.No, it wasn’t a retirement home for residential Realtors. … [Read more...] about The Ebby House At Juliette Fowler Communities Is Dedicated With Ebby Halliday Cutting The Ribbon

Make-Believe-Benefactor: Ebby Halliday Acers

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"I’ve always believed that the best way to create lasting change is to give people the tools they need to help themselves, and there’s no better place for opportunity than Dallas, Texas. When I stepped off the train in Downtown Dallas in 1938, I thought I’d died and gone to heaven, and I quickly learned that the entrepreneurial, can-do spirit of our city is like no other in the … [Read more...] about Make-Believe-Benefactor: Ebby Halliday Acers

Ebby Halliday Acers’ Grateful Four

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Let's start off the "Grateful Four" series with a true veteran of Thanksgiving Days -- first lady of Dallas residential real estate Ebby Halliday Acers. Ebby, who is celebrating her 100th Thanksgiving, says:I am grateful for my 35 years with Maurice Acers during which time he did so many constructive things for our company, Texas and for the world. I am grateful for my … [Read more...] about Ebby Halliday Acers’ Grateful Four