T. Boone Pickens, a pioneering capitalist who built a fortune in the energy industry and then gave away more than $1 billion as a philanthropist, died in Dallas today at the age of 91. The straight-talking, visionary businessman was a larger-than-life presence on the American scene for decades, hailed for his unflagging energy, self-effacing humor and entrepreneurial … [Read more...] about A Passing: T. Boone Pickens
Richard Rainwater
North Texas Leaders Lost In 2015 Will Live On Through Their Accomplishments And Acts Of Kindness
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
A Passing: Richard Rainwater
There are certain diseases that don’t achieve the prominence of cancer, heart disease and diabetes. Unfortunately, they become eye-, mouth- and brain-opening life-changing issues, when friends, families and well knowns are diagnosed. Once of those diseases is Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (PSP), a fatal brain disease. It’s one of the nastiest in the corral of orphan … [Read more...] about A Passing: Richard Rainwater