The annual “Passings” post is always a hard one. It is a reflection of some of the people whose actions and leadership have made North Texas flourish beyond the dreams of its forefathers/mothers. But this year seems to be especially poignant. Recently someone worried that North Texas had lost an entire tier of legendary philanthropists, benefactors, influencers and role … [Read more...] about The Passings Of 2019 North Texas Inspirations
Luke Laufenberg
A Passing: Luke Laufenberg
While the Dallas Cowboys are known for giving and taking hits on the football field, today the team took a gut-wrenching blow — the death of 21-year-old Luke Laufenberg, son of Joan and Babe Laufenberg. It was the day after Christmas in 2017 that Texas A&M freshman football walk-on Luke was diagnosed with a rare form of leukemia known as Burkitt Leukemia. School was … [Read more...] about A Passing: Luke Laufenberg
St. Valentine’s Day Fundraiser Filled NorthPark’s Tented Ballroom Despite Ma Nature’s Pulling A Fast (And Cold) One
As 2019 St. Valentine’s Day Luncheon and Fashion Show emcee Clarice Tinsley pointed out on Thursday, February 7, the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society of North Texas’ fundraiser has had been held in all types of weather. As she spoke those words, vets chuckled and recalled those days of torrential rain and ice storms. And they figured the 2019 event would probably go down in the … [Read more...] about St. Valentine’s Day Fundraiser Filled NorthPark’s Tented Ballroom Despite Ma Nature’s Pulling A Fast (And Cold) One
JUST IN: St. Valentine’s Day Luncheon And Fashion Show To Honor Joyce And Larry Lacerte And Luke Laufenberg
Besides both of their initials being LL, Larry Lacerte and Luke Laufenberg may not seem to have a lot in common. Larry is in his 60s, has been married for more than 30 years to Joyce Lacerte and has seven children plus grandchildren. His business success has allowed him to become a generous and compassionate philanthropist. On the other hand, Luke Laufenberg is not yet 21. … [Read more...] about JUST IN: St. Valentine’s Day Luncheon And Fashion Show To Honor Joyce And Larry Lacerte And Luke Laufenberg