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Irving Healthcare Obituaries Page 14 Movies Page 5 HIS WEE Foundation section Police Page 2 TK Puzzles Page 13 Page 7 - 9 CCCS Dallas partners with foreclosure prevention hotline Provided by KyLea Ingram Chris Dugan, president of CCCS our counselors provide options and ment of Housing and Urban De- work with individual homeowners. Consumer Credit Counseling Dallas, said. “During a time when information to help keep troubled velopment and maintain stringent Together with community-based Service of Greater Dallas (CCCS our nation needs it the most, we homeowners out of foreclosure.” professional development require- face-to-face counselors from across Dallas) has been selected by the are now able to reach out and help HPF counseling partners are ments for their counselors and Homeownership Preservation as many people as possible find a each certified by the U.S. Depart- quality controls to monitor their See ALLIANCE, Page 5 Foundation (HPF), the national solution to avoid foreclosure.” nonprofit counseling organization HPF selected CCCS Dallas that operates the 888-995-HOPE after it had undergone a rigorous Hotline, as one of ten agencies assessment of counselor training, Hopping down the bunny trail across the nation to provide fore- expertise and interaction with closure counseling services to homeowners. The agency joins homeowners. nine of the nation’s top financial Every day about 4,500 counseling organizations that are homeowners from across the na- providing counseling services tion call HPF’s Homeowners through the 888-995-HOPE HOPE™ Hotline seeking solutions Hotline. to their mortgage problems. CCCS “CCCS Dallas is a welcome Dallas joined the HOPE NOW Al- addition to our HOPE Hotline net- liance program in late February as- work of agencies,” Colleen signing dedicated counselors to the Hernandez, executive director and project. The agency plans to hire president of HPF, said. “More than additional financial and housing 25% of the calls we receive require counselors to support this initia- in-depth counseling that can last tive. The HOPE NOW Alliance an hour or more on average. The includes a network of mortgage counselors who staff the HOPE servicers, mortgage market partici- Hotline have extensive training, pants and counselors as part of the skill and dedication to their work, Administration’s response to which means that homeowners can America’s foreclosure crisis. feel comfortable reaching out and taking the first step in solving their “We are extremely honored to be financial issues. CCCS Dallas’ selected as one of the 10 counsel- partnership means we now have ing agencies to provide support to more of these talented counselors homeowners seeking foreclosure to help those in need of Youngsters continue a time honored tradition at Irving’s annual Easter Egg Hunt hosted at advice through the HOPE hotline,” assistance. No matter the situation, Heritage Park in the Downtown area. CommuterCommuter sasavesves miniatureminiature pinscherpinscher fromfrom harroharrowingwing abuseabuse By Jess Paniszczyn and protect, other working dogs 8:00 a.m. someone, presumably treated so badly. animal in the first place, it may not Since humans lived in caves, lead the blind and star in movies. Patrick’s owner, threw him onto “I cannot comprehend why in do any good. I am sure with the dogs have been man’s best friend Sadly, a dog’s life is not al- Rock Island Rd. out of a car trav- the world somebody would be that public out cry, the person whoever and faithful companion. Over time ways a happy life. And worse yet, eling 35-40 mph. A witness trav- cruel to an animal. I don’t under- did this will know they did the dogs have gone from hunting part- as in Patrick’s case, sometimes it eling on a motorcycle stopped and stand it at all,” Ms. Kammerer wrong thing.” ners, to shepherds, to fashion ac- is simply cruel. rescued Patrick, a miniature pin- said. Luckily for Patrick, provisions cessories. While police dogs serve Thursday morning around scher, as he kept fellow commut- “Hopefully, we can bring that have been made in Irving for pets ers from running over the small person to justice and file charges. who need extra care. dog. The rescuer delivered Patrick Although, if you don’t have the See ANGEL, Page 15 to the Irving Animal Services. comprehension to care about an Patrick’s leg was badly hurt and The Irving Rambler he suffered abrasions from hitting the road. P.O. Box 177731 “Irving Animal Services Irving, TX 75017 called us because they know we have an Angel Fund set up specifi- cally for cases that need medical attention,” Sarah Kammerer, shel- ter manager for the DFW Humane Society, said. “They transferred the dog to Buena Vista Animal Clinic where he was checked out by Dr. Burkett, and we got the dog the following Irving Rambler $0.25 day. Luckily the dog’s leg was not broken. But the vet said it was so badly bruised it will take longer to heal than it would if it had been broken.” One lucky pup, Patrick recuperates at the DFW Humane Society Those who love animals can- as he looks forward to meeting his forever family. not understand why Patrick was Page 2 March 27, 2008 www.irvingrambler.com The Irving Rambler Fishing tournament aids WEEKLY employment program BIZ BRIEF Provided by Leigh Eitson “I learned so much with Matt A business activity report by the Irving Economic Nissan North America pre- as my guide. Fishing on Lake Development Partnership. sents the Second Annual Fishing Carolyn is a special experience, in the City Pro-Am Fishing Tour- and Matt’s tips helped us bring in BANCTEC ACQUIRES DOCUDATA estate planning and administration, real estate, medi- nament on April 5 on Lake lots of fish. You will definitely en- One of the largest companies in the Irving South cal malpractice, health-care and hospital law, and cor- Carolyn. In its first year, the event joy your time supporting Irving market, BancTec, acquired DocuData Solutions, a porate and business transactions. raised $1,339 to support Irving Cares and Fishing in the City,” Mr. provider of digital imaging and vault storage on an Cares’ Employment Services Pro- Meagher said. outsource basis. The acquisition of the Dallas-based LA PALOMA OPENS IRVING RESTAURANT gram. “This tournament was created company supports BancTec’s strategy to grow its La Paloma Taqueria opened their 8th restaurant in the Pairing guest anglers with by Irving Cares Board Member business-process outsourcing business. BancTec is Metroplex at 422 W. Pioneer, just west of O’Connor Professional Bass Anglers, teams Allan Meagher and 2008 Co- in the process of being relisted on NASDAQ after Blvd. The renovated restaurant features various Mexi- compete to catch the five heaviest Chairperson Sheila Hupp,” Execu- going private in 1999. BancTec has approximately can dishes including tacos, tortas, enchiladas, fajitas fish. Teams fish on the lake from tive Director Teddie Story said. 2,700 employees providing transaction processing and breakfast meals. The restaurant also caters. and technology services internationally. boats using gear provided by the “We’d lost some funding for the EFJ APPOINTS SVP AND GENERAL COUNSEL professional angler. Employment Services Program, WORLD TRADE CARGO & LOGISTICS Irving-based EFJ, Inc., one of Irving’s Economic De- Passes are also available for and they envisioned this tourna- RENEWS LEASE velopment President-level Investors appointed Elaine guest anglers to fish from the bank ment as a way to help replace some World Trade Cargo & Logistics, renewed its lease Flud Rodriguez to the position of senior vice president using their own gear. While the an- of those funds. We are excited for 37,500 sq ft of space at 1225 N. 27th Avenue in and general counsel. Rodriguez joins EFJ from CellStar glers are fishing, guests can visit about Nissan North America’s the DFW Freeport market. World Trade Cargo & Corporation where she held a similar position. EFJ fo- the booths, including a display of sponsorship this year, and we hope Logistics is an internationally recognized freight cuses on innovating, developing and marketing the high- the Nissan Titan. There will also many more supporters will join forwarding, transportation and logistics service com- est quality secure communications solutions to or- be a silent auction. them.” pany committed to providing quality shipping solu- ganizations whose mission is to protect and save tions to its customers, and is a 100% Woman-Owned lives. During the 2007 event, Allan Lake Carolyn is stocked with Business and holds certifications from the Women’s Meagher fished with 2008 Co- a variety of fish. Online bidding is Business Council – Southwest. HARTZER JOINS VIZION Chairperson and Professional Bass available at www.irvingcares.org Bill Hartzer, an online marketing expert, joined Irv- Angler Matt Hupp. for a spot with a pro. VERIZON RECEIVES AMERICAN ing-based Vizion Interactive, a leading Interactive BRAND EXCELLENCE AWARD marketing firm. This addition further strengthens Verizon, the telecommunications company with a Vizion’s search engine marketing and social media significant presence in Irving, was a recipient of the marketing offerings. Meals on Wheels fifth annual American Brand Excellence Award. The award honors leading business brands that are rec- CAREER FAIR ognized by small and medium business decision DeVry University will host its Network Connec- training available makers as companies that deliver the products and tions Career Fair on April 18 10:00 am-12:00 pm. services to help them achieve success. The award OR 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm. A complimentary lunch will Provided by Robert Smith from 12:30 p.m. to 2 p.m. on the was created by City Business Journals Network, be served from12:00pm - 1:30pm for all employ- The Visiting Nurse Associa- fourth floor of the VNA headquar- parent organization of the Dallas Business Journal. ers. This career fair is for full time, degree related tion needs Meals on Wheels vol- ters at 1600 Viceroy Drive in Dal- positions. Network with DeVry’s undergraduate BEST PLACES TO WORK students, June 2008 graduating seniors, graduate unteer drivers in Irving who want las. The training will be repeated IN THE METROPLEX school students, and alumni to inform them about to help the homebound frail eld- on April 21 at the same time. There Irving-based Shermco Industries, is once again be- career opportunities available now or in the future. erly, sick, and disabled. is no cost to attend. ing recognized as one of the Best Places to Work in To request a Career Fair Registration Form, con- Meals on Wheels volunteer For additional information, contact the Metroplex. Shermco is a consistent finalist for tact Terrence Hood @ 972-929-9358 or training will take place April 7 214-689-2210 or coxbe@vnatexas. this recognition sponsored by the Dallas Business [email protected]. org. Journal. The University of Phoenix is also a finalist, as is President-level Investor Gardere Wynne Sewell LLP. NETWORKING OPPORTUNITIES Chamber members Darling Homes and Stream Realty The Greater Irving-Las Colinas Chamber of Com- Partners are also finalists. merce offers weekly networking opportunities for you business. March 27 – After Hours Business COTTEN SCHMIDT NAMED DUPONT Mixer, Fidelity Investments, 6500 N. MacArthur PRIMARY LAW FIRM OF THE MONTH Blvd; April 2 – Irving Business Network, la Chamber member Cotten Schmidt LLP has been recog- Madeline, 6437 N. MacArthur Blvd; April 10 – nized by DuPont as its Primary Law Firm of the month Coffee Break, Receptions on the Main, 109 S. Main recognizing the high quality service being provided to Street; April 16 – Women’s Alliance Luncheon, La DuPont by the law firm. Cotten Schmidt is one of 41 Cima, 5215 N. O’Connor Blvd (reservation required firms internationally selected by DuPont to represent the 214-217-8484 and a charge for lunch). company in litigation. The Firm has lawyers experienced in most areas of civil practice and trial practice in all The Irving Economic Development Partnership has state and federal courts in Texas. Areas of emphasis in- initiated 18 new projects this fiscal year for either clude products liability, premises liability, personal in- relocation or expansion in Irving, and continues to jury, insurance law, employment law, business litigation, manage 22 similar projects carried over from the previous year. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT INVESTORS The Irving Economic Development Partnership would like to thank the following entities for their continued support and investment in our program: Strategic Investor President’s Investor Granite Properties City of Irving Allstate Insurance Koll Development Company Irving Convention & Visitors Bureau Atmos Energy PS Business Parks Las Colinas Marketing Alliance Avistas Staffelbach Design Associates TIAA Realty, Inc / Cousins Properties Carrington Laboratories The Staubach Company Services Citi Triple L Management Corporation Comerica Bank Chairman’s Investor DeLaPorte & Associates Partner Investor Aviall, Inc. DeVry University Avaya ExxonMobil EFJohnson, Inc. Classic Fare Catering Flowserve Corporation Gardere Wynn Sewell LLP Friedel Photographic Microsoft Corporation IBM Frymire Services NEC Corporation of America Las Colinas Country Club Imlach & Collins Brothers RIM Oncor Electric Delivery James Hardie Building Products Reliant Energy Knight Security Systems, LLC Medco Health Solutions Commercial Real Estate Investor Office Resource Group Archon Group Prediction Analytics Coldwell Banker Quantum Custom Homes Crow Holdings/Apollo Real Estate San Jacinto Public Affairs Verification Compliance Associates To share in the benefits enjoyed by these entities, please call us at 214.217.8484 or visit ww.irvingchamber.com. AdvertiseAdvertise inin thethe IrvingIrving RamblerRambler Call 214-675-6493 The Irving Rambler214-675-6493 March 27, 2008 Page 3 Retired teachers Information needed in homicide Homicide investigators are he died from the injury early the seeking the public’s help and in- next morning. Investigators are walk for health formation regarding the murder of seeking information related to this Provided by Shirley Baring. costs down. Evodio Buez (36) of Irving. murder and/or information per- Members of Irving Retired The Irving Retired School On Sunday, 03-09-08 at 8:25 taining to Mr. Buez’ whereabouts School Personnel Association Personnel Association recently a.m., officers responded to a call and activities prior to the shoot- walked 422,780,000 steps in announced that Johnnita of an unconscious person in the ing. 2007 through the Texas Retired Miller walked 1,504,000 steps 2100 block of Anderson St. in Irv- Irving Police Department con- Teachers Association’s (TRTA) in 2007. She will receive a cer- ing. On arrival, officers found Mr. tacts: 972-721-2518 (live 24-hour WALKS-A-MILLION program. tificate of recognition from Buez sitting in his vehicle (a white non emergency dispatch number) The program encourages the TRTA. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado pickup). 972-721-8080 Tips Line (answer- 64,000 members of TRTA to This program is coordi- Mr. Buez had been shot sometime ing machine) Email a Tip – walk on a daily basis in order to nated by Joyce Monkres, during the night. Paramedics [email protected] maintain good health and keep Health Committee Chairman transported him to Parkland Me- 972-721- 3539 Detective Cavasos health insurance and President Robert (Nim) morial Hospital in grave condition; 972-721- 2705 Detective Carmical Vodlkle. POLICE & FIRE Pursuit/Arrest: 03- of his disappearance are still un- Double Fatality Accident: 03-26- Veh. 2 Occupant – Tiffany Vasquez the complainants came home and 20-08 at 10:50 p.m. der investigation. 08 at 8:20 p.m. Officers responded (15) of Irving Deceased found their apartment An officer attempted to a major accident at the intersec- burglarized. Numerous officers re- to stop a Mitsubishi Aggravated Assault: 03-22-08 tion of Esters Rd. and Pioneer Dr. Burglary Arrests: 03-26-08 sponded. The officers located the pick up, traveling east Officers responded to a report of a It has been determined that a sil- at 10:00 p.m. A witness observed witness and got the information on bound on S.H. 183, for suspicion stabbing victim at Baylor Irving ver 2007 Honda Accord was trav- three males fleeing an apartment the suspects’ location. Follow-up of DWI. The driver refused to yield Medical Center. A witness re- eling south bound on Esters ap- in the Hillcrest Apartment complex at the suspect’s apartment led to and continued toward Spur 482 at ported that the victim was stabbed proaching Pioneer at a high rate n foot and going into a neighbor- six arrests the complainants’ prop- speeds of approximately 40-50 by an acquaintance. The victim of speed. The second vehicle, a ing apartment. A little while later, erty being recovered. M.P.H. A South Patrol officer suc- sustained two non-life threatening green 1994 Honda Accord was cessfully deployed spikes on Spur stab wounds. traveling east bound on Pioneer at 482 in Dallas, just beyond the Irv- Esters. Irving Fire Department ing city limits. The suspect pulled Burglary Arrests: 03-24-08 at Activity summary Mar 20 - 26, 2008 over and was apprehended for 2:31 p.m. A witness observed two The driver of the south bound ve- Irving Fire Department responded to 230 incidents. DWI and Evading Arrest. No in- males kick in the front door to an hicle suffered a seizure while driv- juries or property damage other apartment in the3800 block of N ing and was unable to control his The Fire incidents Medical calls than the suspect’s tires. Belt Line Rd. Responding officers vehicle. The passenger attempted 71 Miscellaneous Fire 17 Major Accidents and Rescue Calls 50 Major Medical stopped the suspects’ vehicle and to get the driver’s foot off the ac- 3 Structure Fires 11 Heart Attacks Shooting: 03-20-08 at 11:33 p.m. found the two males in possession celerator pedal, but she was unable 0 Special Operations 33 Difficulty Breathing The resident of Camden at Valley of property from this burglary and to move his leg which was press- 4 Vehicle Fires 21 Trauma Related Ridge in the 3700 block Valley others. ing the accelerator. She attempted 20 CPR Situations View Ln. was having a party with to steer the vehicle and was able Comments: six of his friends. He left two of Occupied Stolen/Traffic Stop: to avoid two vehicles the car was 03-15: Ambulances went into overload twice. his guns out on a table in the liv- 03-24-08 at 11:30 p.m. The de- approaching by swerving into the 03-18: Ambulances went into overload twice. ing room. He thought they were fendant was stopped on a traffic north bound lanes of Esters. As the both unloaded. The suspect was violation for failure to yield turn- vehicle approached Pioneer, the playing with one of the guns and ing left at the light north bound passenger saw the green Accord pulled the trigger, and shot the vic- William Brewster to west bound W. traveling east bound through the tim in the chest. The victim was Rochelle. The vehicle was listed on intersection, however, she was un- driven to Irving Baylor by his NCIC as stolen out of Irving on 03- able to avoid it. friends and died shortly thereafter. 22-08. The column was damaged and it required a screwdriver to The south bound vehicle struck the Aggravated Robbery: 03-22-08 start the vehicle. The defendant east bound vehicle in the driver’s at 6:30 a.m. Officers responded was arrested. door, both occupants of the east to the aggravated robbery of an bound vehicle were ejected and individual at Riverside Dr. and La Robbery: 03-25-08 Female vic- killed. Vallita. An officer spotted the ve- tims called and advised they had hicle and arrested two suspects af- been robbed by three males while Further investigation is needed to ter one fled the scene on foot. The in a parking lot in the 3800 block determine which of the deceased complainant’s property was lo- of N Belt Line. Suspects knocked was driving. Below is the informa- cated inside the suspects’ vehicle. the two victims down and threat- tion on the involved persons and The complainant suffered a broken ened them taking a wallet and vehicle information. The investi- bone in the face and a laceration purse. As the suspects fled the vic- gation is on-going and a determi- requiring stitches. tims observed them in a vehicle as nation of possible charges is pend- they exited the parking ing. Missing Person/ Unusual Cir- lot. Officers stopped suspects’ ve- cumstances: 03-22-08 at 2:00 hicle, recovered property and Vehicle 1 – 2007 Honda Accord 4/ p.m. The victim, a mentally chal- placed suspects in custody. Dr (silver) lenged male, left his residence in Veh. 1 Driver - (25) of Irving In- the 1700 block of Briarwood Lane Aggravated Robbery: 03-26-08 jury – Class “A” transported to the previous night and never re- at 9:45 p.m. Victims were staying Parkland Memorial turned. CID, ICOPS volunteers, inside their suite in the Homestead Veh. 1 Passenger – (23) of Irving and Community Services re- Suites with the door slightly open Injury – Class “A” transported to sponded to assist with the search. for fresh air. Two suspects pushed Parkland Memorial At approximately 10:00 p.m., the their way inside and threaten the victim returned to the 1500 block victims with handguns. They dis- Vehicle 2 –1994 Honda Accord 4/ of Briarwood where he was found abled the room phone and then Dr (green) disoriented. He was transported to took a laptop and cell phone as they Veh. 2 Occupant – Pamela Irving Baylor Medical Center in left. The suspects got into a Jeep Rodriguez (40) of Irving Deceased good condition. The circumstances being driven by a third suspect and left towards Walnut Hill.
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By Stanley C. Baldwin “Left-handed Whopper.” All of the Ochoco dam had burst and resi- than funny, whether on April 1 or and said, “Girls aren’t funny, April Fools Day has murky condiments were rotated 180 de- dents downstream needed to any other date. Grandma!” Her grandmother real- origins, and there are many color- grees for the 32 million lefties in evacuate immediately. The panic Laughing at others can be ized that the child felt ridiculed ful legends about how it came to America. Great numbers of people that ensued was perhaps funny to hurtful even when it is innocent. and disrespected. Instead of disal- be. Some of the tales are April ordered the new Whoppers, while the perpetrators, but it was cruel When Miranda Baldwin was four lowing the child’s feelings or sim- Fools jokes themselves. What we other customers specified they to the down-streamers. years old, her grandmother, who ply telling her to lighten up, know is that people have practiced wanted the original Whopper. Fill- Thoughtless or mean stunts had taught her to take care of her Grandma was kind enough to hi-jinks on April 1st since ancient ing the different orders was easy not only take the fun out of the day clothes, asked one day, “Miranda, honor those feelings and control times, just as humans have also since there was absolutely no dif- but they have also led to serious are your clothes all hanging up?” her amusement. enjoyed a long love affair with hu- ference between the two. consequences not only for the vic- Miranda nodded very seriously, Like almost everything else in mor in general. Imaginative April Fools tims but also for the perpetrators, then paused, “Well, actually, they our society, humor can be used to Ancient monarchs had court “news” items have featured pickle some of who have lost their jobs are hanging down.” serve people or to abuse them. jesters, sometimes called fools, farming and instructions on how or been sued. Her grandmother burst out Seems like it should be a simple who were highly valued for their to grow spaghetti (you plant it in Getting our laughs to other laughing until Miranda scowled choice. ability to make the king laugh. tomato sauce). One item reported people’s detriment is more cruel Those who weren’t all that funny a scandal—the use of performance risked their positions and some- enhancing steroids by concert vio- times their heads. Today, skillful linists. (No doubt most offenses humorists and comedians are were by bass violinists.) And then PublicPublic transportransportationtation fundingfunding aawardedwarded among our highest paid entertain- there was the report of a high tech Provided by Mark Ball tation for employment, job train- investment in these projects by al- ers. We love to laugh. breakthrough resulting in software State transportation officials ing and childcare; and vehicle fleet lowing them to be used to offset Over the years imaginative to translate dog barks into English. recently approved an award of procurement and rehabilitation. other transportation expenditures. people have come up with many All of these gags roped in $19.1 million for public transpor- The Texas Transportation Com- State and federal law permit the clever and funny April Fools huge numbers of people, all in tation providers in Texas. mission approved the funding at its substitution of toll credits as the stunts. One favorite, described in good fun. Such harmless humor is The funding will support tran- monthly meeting. required matching for many trans- museumofhoaxes.com, is the April a great gift, but the operative word sit costs including: transportation “This is one of the most sub- portation projects. 1, 1998 full page newspaper ad by here is harmless. On April 1, 1999 for elderly individuals and indi- stantial transit funding awards we In December 2006, the Texas Burger King that introduced the a Bend, OR radio station said the viduals with disabilities; transpor- have ever approved at one time,” Transportation Commission ex- Hope Andrade, commission chair, pressed its desire to award TDCs Margaret’s Corner said. “It reflects our commitment to transit providers for projects that to working with our partners in comply with the department’s five Hi Irving! weeds... just before I pull them Irving City Hall or at Barbara Bush public transportation statewide, goals to reduce congestion, expand We are from my yard. Middle School. Tell your friends and it means a lot to individuals economic opportunity, enhance about to enter If you missed the annual po- and be sure to get out and cast your in smaller communities who de- safety, improve air quality, and in- the month of lice awards banquet held recently, vote. pend on public transit daily.” crease the value of transportation April already. I you can watch it on our local cable Enjoy the sunshine this sea- The commission also ap- asset. had to write that channel ICTN. Watch the cer- son and don’t forget that now is a proved a $2.5 million award in Public transit funding for down on paper emony if you can as it was inter- good time to start planning those transportation development cred- large, metropolitan areas is to realize it is already here even esting and fun. We have fantastic summer camps and activities. its for various public transportation handled directly by the Federal though I can definitely see that leaders and staff in our police de- Praying to make a difference. capital projects. Transit Administration. spring has arrived. How time flies. partment. I remember the first po- Attend Church Sunday. Transportation development During 2007, Texas’ rural and I love April and spring in gen- lice awards banquet held in 96-97. God Bless You. credits (TDCs)—formerly known small urban transit agencies pro- eral as trees all around us are I attended and helped at the regis- as toll credits—became a stronger vided nearly 22 million rides. Margaret Lopez is an indepen- blooming and so are the wild flow- tration table. I’m already looking dent writer for the Irving Rambler. An funding option as a result of fed- 123456789012345678901234567
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The violence takes place Title: Stop Loss otic as they come without being shy tour left. When King goes in to film streaming with undertones of mainly in the war scenes though Rated: R about pointing fingers at what is sign his release papers, he finds anger and tension. She has a knack there are a few scuffles once the There are war movies, and wrong with the system. It makes that good old Uncle Sammy has of showing the dark side of events guys return to the states. The lan- then there are movies about war. no excuses in its bold statements other plans. King has been stop- and how they impact the innocent. guage is what you would expect The new film Stop Loss is a movie of what is right and wrong. She lossed. He has been summoned This film also shows the mental from angry young men and is about life. Life that just so happens brings to light an intriguing issue back to another tour in Afghani- and physical elements of war that prevalent throughout. Again, this to be effected by war. that many, myself included, have stan regardless of what his origi- the media often withhold. is not an anti-war film. If anything I wasn’t sure what to expect no idea is happening. God bless nal contract stated. The President The one thing that bothered it is as positive a spin on serving going into a movie about the “con- American Cinema. has trump power making him able me about this film was the horrible to come out in sometime. But there flict” in Iraq that had a huge MTV Sgt. Brandon King (Ryan to call anyone back into duty he Texas accents. Phillippe does an is a terrible situation taking place FILM PRESENTS label stamped Phillippe) has done his tour of Iraq chooses. Sort of a back door draft amazing job with his character as with young men and women and across it. I predicted one-sided gib- and returned as a decorated war if you will. King must now fight long as he keeps his mouth shut. this film boldly tells it story. No berish that tried to pass itself off hero. He is ready to kick back in the system as hard as he fought the Once he talks it all goes south. matter what side you are on, this as art to a spoon fed mass culture. his small Texas hometown and get enemy and figure out how to get Also, the script has Brandon and film will move you to learn more. And most of the time I would be on with his life. He has done his out of this unfair political loophole. Shriver growing up in the same I give it a solid 3.75 out of 5. It correct. Luckily the backbone of part and done it well. Returning All the while trying to hold to- small Texas town, yet Shriver has surprised me and delivered the this film is writer/director Kim- with him are his best friends and gether his buddies who have been no accent at all. This small detail unexpected. berly Peirce (Boys Don’t cry) tells war-mates Shriver (Channing physically and mentally wrecked was distracting, but will probably an intriguing story wrapped in Tatum) and Burgess (Joseph Gor- by the things they had to see and not be noticed by those in the other Matt is a member of the North Texas don-Levitt). Like King, Shriver is do overseas. 49 states. Another strong perfor- Film Critics Association (NTFCA) and Though not a grand film, it is mance is brought by the only domi- hosts the weekly syndicated Indie Rock Radio Show Spin 180. Plus with a grand story. Peirce, who has a nant female character Michelle his wife Cindy they do a weekly radio Send us your letters brother currently serving in the played by Abbie Cornish. This feature, The Mungles on Movies. For The Letters to the Editor section is devoted to giving the people of war, gathered a lot of information Australian plays small town Texan additional reviews and interview clips Irving a voice. The Irving Rambler needs your input, letters, comments – by chatting with those in the mili- convincingly and brings a strong visit www.mungleshow.com. good as well as bad, and opinions. This section can only be successful with Opinions expressed in any com- tary, and it was through these con- supporting role. mentary are those of the writer, and your support. Whenever possible, people holding contrary views of a subject versations she first heard of the Stop Loss is rated R for not necessarily those of The Irving will be allowed to respond to critical letters. Letters including profanity will Stop Loss issue. Like her prior film graphic violence and pervasive Rambler, the publisher, editor, or any not be considered. Email: [email protected] staff member. The Irving Rambler214-675-6493 March 27, 2008 Page 5 Early voting information for up- AllianceAlliance offersoffers homeohomeownerswners coming primary runoff elections solutionssolutions toto foreclosureforeclosure Provided by Bruce Sherbet Voting Precinct Number, Voter mail for the April 8, Republican Continued from page 1 Certificate Number, Reason for and Democratic Primary Runoff CCCS Dallas provides housing Candidates to be voted on: Requesting an Early Ballot, Name Elections is April 1. the country, HPF counselors ac- counseling through its 24 local Democratic Party: United of Election and Signature. An early Voters with the onset of an ill- tively engage in the financial offices in Texas, Oklahoma, States Representative, District 32; ballot may be requested if one of ness on/or after March 31 may ob- situations of American Colorado and New Mexico. The Railroad Commissioner; County the reasons listed below applies: tain an early voting application for homeowners and help evaluate agency offers free educational Tax Assessor – Collector a ballot by mail for the Primary options for how best to manage seminars open to the public on Republican Party: Sheriff Age 65 or over as of election day; Runoff Election by having a rep- challenging financial obliga- a number of financial issues. Confinement in jail; resentative bring a statement from tions and develop innovative so- The agency will remain open Any qualified voters for Dal- Absence from county on election a doctor and a signed statement lutions to preserve the American late Friday night and all day las County may vote in person at day and during the entire period from the voter that they are unable dream of home ownership. Saturday and Sunday to support any one of the following Irving of personal appearance early vot- to appear at the polling place. The In addition to this alliance, an expected increase in calls to early voting locations March 31st ing; Representative must bring the the HOPE hotline. thru April 4th Monday thru Friday Disability due to sickness or physi- statement to the Early Voting 7:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. cal condition. Clerk, located at 2377 N. The applicant must also give Stemmons Freeway, Suite 820, Barbara Bush Middle School the address where they wish their Dallas, TX, 75207. Emergency 515 Cowboys Pkwy ballot to be mailed, if the address ballot applications must be deliv- Area Sonics to sport Irving, TX 75063 is different from the address where ered by a representative in person the applicant is registered to vote. no later than 7:00 p.m. Election Irving City Hall If the applicant is unable to sign Day to the Early Voting Clerk at 825 W. Irving Blvd. his or her name, they should make address listed below. updated design Irving, TX 75060 a mark and have someone witness their mark. The witness should Applications for a ballot by mail By Jess Paniszczyn Elliott Elementary School,” Mr. Eligible voters can call the give their name and address. The shall be mailed to: Nearly 34 years ago, the Lear Lear said. “We give out little con- Elections Department at 214-819- Elections Administrator’s office Bruce R. Sherbet family opened their first Sonic - gratulations cards for free choco- 6331 or 214-819-6359 for an ap- accepts applications for early vot- Early Voting Clerk America’s Drive-In. Now with four late Sundays, and teacher thank plication for an early ballot or send ing 60 days prior to Election Day. 2377 N. Stemmons Freeway Suite locations in Irving, the Lears are you cards for cherry limeades. a letter with the following infor- The last day to accept an early 820 preparing to update the design of When the teachers have in service mation: Name, Residence Address, voting application for a ballot by Dallas, TX 75207-2706 their drive-ins. and the principals want to supply “We are doing a retrofit to the breakfast, they call us and we will outside of the buildings. It is a donate breakfast burritos. AdvertiseAdvertise inin thethe IrvingIrving RamblerRambler facelift to keep up with the times,” “Each year the City of Irving Advertise in the Irving Rambler Patrick Lear said. Water Department has water festi- “The red and yellow neon val. We donate the hamburgers, around the canopy is going away. buns and trimmings to be prepared Call 214-675-6493 We are recladding the menus with at the festival. The police are wel- a different color scheme. There come to eat at no charge at our will be new patio landscaping and drive-ins. We like to keep them COMMUNITY CALENDAR patio covers. We are also adding around. electronic reader boards. The “When there are multiple March 29 - 2 p.m. 7:00 p.m. in the Barton Elemen- - Purely Academic,” at 8:00 p.m. reader boards will replace the mar- alarm fires or someone is held up Teen College Fair -- Teens are en- tary School Cafeteria located at in the Irving Arts Center. The con- quees. The graphics on the full in their house and it is a long or- couraged to attend the College Fair 2931 Conflans Rd. The public is cert is the fourth performance in color reader boards can be changed deal, Officer Tull, the public rela- at 2 p.m. in the East Branch Li- invited to come hear from the Irv- the orchestra’s 20th annual classi- to feature products such as cherry tions officer with the Irving Police brary, 440 S. Nursery Road., to ing City Council and Irving ISD cal music concert season. Tickets limeades or foot long conies. With Department, will call me, and we gather information on colleges and School Board candidates briefly are available at the Irving Arts those the improvements will come will supply hamburgers to the of- universities in the Dallas/Ft. Worth and have an opportunity to ask Center box office (972-252-7558). to about $150,000 to $160,000 per ficers and firefighters on the scene. and surrounding areas. Represen- questions about issues affecting our Prices are $15 for adults, $12 for location.” Because obviously, they can’t just tatives from various educational city and schools. Irving voters will seniors and $8 for students. Over the years, the Lear’s leave and go eat when they want. institutions will be available to elect a Mayor, two City Council Sonics have remained partners in “The city of Irving has been answer questions and explain the members, and two School Board April 1 - 4:30 p.m. the community. very good to the Lear family and application process. The program members. Early voting runs from Certified Babysitter’s Course -- “We stay pretty involved with this is how we give back to the is cosponsored by DeVry Univer- April 28-May 6 and ends on Elec- Children ages 11 and older are in- the school district. My wife is a community,” he said. sity. tion Day, May 10. vited to attend the Irving Public second grade teacher at Sally B. Library’s six-week Certified April 1 - 7:00 p.m. April 1 - 8:00 p.m. Babysitter’s Course. Sessions be- Candidate Forum -- The Barton Symphonic Tributes -- The New gin at 4:30 p.m. April 1 and will Estates Neighborhood Association Philharmonic Orchestra of Irving be offered every Tuesday through sponsors a Candidate Forum at will present “Symphonic Tributes May 6 at the Southwest Branch Join us for fellowship, leadership Library, 2216 W. Shady Grove Road. Registration is required and spiritual growth and accepted through March 29. We are featuring Rev. Barry Black, Chaplain of the United To register, call 972-721-2546. States Senate. This non-denominational breakfast is designed for North Texas business, community and religious leaders. April 3 - 6:30-9:30 p.m. Ministry Annual Dinner -- The Barry C. Black University of Dallas School of In June, 2003, Rear Admiral Barry C. Black (Ret.) Ministry will host its Annual Din- was elected the 62nd Chaplain of the United States Sen- ner with Bishop Kevin Vann from ate. Prior to coming to Capitol Hill, Chaplain Black the Diocese of Fort Worth as the served in the U.S. Navy for over twenty-seven years, keynote speaker. The dinner will ending his distinguished career as the Chief of Navy Chaplains. He was commissioned as a Navy Chaplain be held from 6:30-9:30 p.m. at the in 1976. He is a decorated veteran, a respected religious Las Colinas Country Club, 4400 leader, speaker and author. Reverend Black holds two North O’Connor Blvd, in Irving. Doctorate Degrees in Ministry and Philosophy. Tickets are $75 with proceeds go- *21 PG13 DOOMSDAY R ing to the School of Ministry 1:00 3:45 7:15 10:15 1:25 3:50 7:25 9:50 Irving Prayer Breakfast SUPERHERO MOVIE PG13 NEVER BACK DOWN PG13 Scholarship Fund. For more infor- April 26, 2008 at 7:15 A.M. 1:05 3:30 7:20 10:05 1:45 4:10 7:10 9:45 mation or to RSVP, call 972-265- *DRILLBIT TAYLOR PG13 “10,000 BC” PG13 5811 or e-mail ministryevents@ Texas Stadium Club, Irving, Texas 1:30 4:00 7:30 10:00 1:45 4:30 7:45 10:10 MEET THE BROWNS PG13 COLLEGE ROAD TRIP G udallas.edu. Individual Tickets: $20 1:50 4:45 7:05 9:30 1:20 3:45 7:15 9:45 (check, via mail request, includes continental breakfast) #SHUTTER PG13 OTHER BOLEYN GIRL PG13 April 3 - 7:30 p.m. Table for Ten Leaders: $200 (reserved) 1:20 3:25 7:20 9:25 1:10 4:05 7:00 9:35 HORTON HEARS A WHO G VANTAGE POINT PG13 Entertianment Series of Irving - 1:15 1:40 3:30 4:45 7:40 1:40 3:55 7:45 10:00 - Presidio Brass will perform at For more information contact: To order tickets mail your check 7:30 p.m. in the Irving Arts Cen- Terry Waldrum 972-790-8617 and contact information to: ter. Tickets are $30. For more in- Joe Philipp 214-693-0093 3713 Guadalajara Court, # NO PASSES * FULLY RESTRICTED Irving, TX 75062 formation call 972-252-2787 or Tickets on sale NOW! - Online or at the Theater visit www.entertainmentseries. The IPB operates as a 509c2 Public tax-exempt charitable organization, based in Why wait in lines? PUCHASE TICKETS AT HOME www.gohollywood.com com. Irving Texas. Donations to the organization are tax exempt Page 6 March 27, 2008 www.irvingrambler.com The Irving Rambler BreakfastBreakfast withwith thethe StarsStars toto aawardward moremore thanthan 7070 scholarshipsscholarships The 21st annual Breakfast with was instrumental in the creation of Since its inception in 1985, the Stars, recognizing Irving Las Colinas. the Foundation has awarded nearly Schools Foundation (ISF) scholar- In addition to recognizing $2 million in teacher grants and ship recipients, is set for May 5, at scholarship recipients, Breakfast student scholarships. Current 7 a.m. at the Four Seasons Resort with the Stars serves as the Irving Foundation programs include and Club. Schools Foundation’s primary grants-to-teachers, enrichment More than 71 scholarships to- fundraiser. The ISF is a non-profit grants, scholarships, motivational taling over $108,000 will be organization dedicated to provid- scholarships, excellence awards, awarded to graduating seniors, in- ing opportunities for teachers and grants for professional growth for cluding the newly endowed David students to excel through grants site administrators and school site Brune Memorial and scholarships promoting edu- grants. Scholarship. Brune, a longtime cational excellence. For Breakfast with the Stars Irving resident, served as the first Nissan North America will tickets and sponsorship and volun- general manager of the Trinity serve as the event’s title sponsor. teer opportunities, or more infor- River Authority, first executive di- WFAA-TV (Channel 8) anchor mation on the Irving Schools rector of the Dallas Country Util- and Irving resident John McCaa Foundation, contact Pamela ity and Reclamation District, and will return as scholarship pre- Ducas, ISF executive director, at senter. 972-215-5006. Stefanie McLeese (center) with Nissan North America presents a $10,000 title sponsorship check to Irving Schools Foundation execu- tive director Pamela Ducas (left) and board president Lisa Watkins. Nepalese community showcases Career fair for military veterans,,, talent through competition By Binita J Shrestha Tilasmi Bista (17) won Dal- sponsored by Dallas Everest Lions spouses coming to Dallas area Dallas Everest Lions Club, the las Everest The Most Talented title, Club who are studying in different Provided by Karen Galvin military spouses. first Nepalese Lions Club formed while Aagya Sharma (16) and grades and schools in Kathmandu. The military-to-civilian re- More than 30 veteran-friendly in United States, hosted its annual Sunil Sapkota (21) became Dallas The club began its endeavor of edu- cruiting firm RecruitMilitary will organizations will conduct one-on- fundraising event “An Evening in Everest The Most Talented First cating poor and needy students in present a free hiring event for job one interviews with the job seek- Nepal - Dallas Everest Talent and Second Runner Up respec- Nepal in January 2006 with 12 stu- seekers who have military back- ers — organizations that will in- Show 2008” on March 22 at Irv- tively. dents. This year the Club expects grounds in the Dallas area on April clude corporate employers, law- ing Arts Center. The funds generated from this to reach more children deprived of 10. This event, the RecruitMilitary enforcement agencies and other Ten talented contestants from program will benefit 16 students education. Career Fair, will take place from government employers, educa- Nepalese Community aging be- 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. at Texas Sta- tional institutions, veterans service tween 15~23 competed in the show dium. agencies, and veterans associa- that was evaluated by six judges RecruitMilitary urges all job tions. from various walks of life. The seekers who have military back- RecruitMilitary will produce contest had three rounds – self in- grounds to attend — veterans who the career fair in cooperation with troduction in national costume; already have civilian work experi- The American Legion; talent round: and Q &A round. ence, men and women who are HireVetsFirst, a unit of the United Participants were judged on the transitioning from active duty to States Department of Labor; and basis of their confidence, articula- civilian life, members of the Na- the Military Spouse Corporate Ca- tion, presence of mind and overall tional Guard and reserves, and reer Network (MSCCN). performance.
Tilasmi Bista awarded Dallas Everest’s Most Talented. Extra help needed for two month promotion Starts April 1 and ends May 31st The Irving Rambler is getting ready to hold a newspaper auction. Previous sales experience is a plus but not required. Previous media sales experience is a definite plus but not essential. Must possess own vehicle and valid driver’s license. The ideal candidate will have exceptional com- munication and selling skills, a strong work ethic, a posi- tive attitude, excellent manners, work well with others. We are looking to fill this position immediately. Please email your resume to: [email protected] or call 214-676-1114. The Irving Rambler214-675-6493 March 27, 2008 Page 7
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By Jennifer Legere Parkland Health & Hospital Sys- In addition to its efforts with This year, the Irving tem and Baylor Medical Center at the health needs assessment, the Healthcare Foundation (IHF) cel- Irving to fund a health needs as- foundation is raising funds to help ebrates its 30th year of supporting sessment for Irving. “Citizens purchase full field digital mam- a healthier Irving. have given generously to our foun- mography equipment for Baylor Since inception, the founda- dation since it was founded three Irving this year. This equipment tion has raised and distributed decades ago,” explained IHF Chair has the technology to detect breast more than $25 million to the city’s Angela Enright. “My fellow col- cancer in its earliest phase and non-profit medical facilities, in- leagues and I on the foundation’s when it is most treatable. Digital cluding Baylor Medical Center at Board of Directors felt that one of mammography detects tumors Irving (formerly Irving Commu- the best ways we could thank the smaller than a grain of sand. This nity Hospital), Our Children’s people of Irving as we celebrate our is critical as excluding cancers of House at Irving, and the Irving 30th ‘birthday’ was to be the lead- the skin, breast cancer is the most Interfaith Clinic - which opened its ing contributor for this study. The common cancer among women, doors in 2006 to better serve our findings will be important because accounting for more than 1 in 4 needy and uninsured neighbors in they will impact how healthcare is cancers diagnosed in US women. Irving. delivered in the years ahead.” All contributions made to the Irv- Over the years, funds raised by The survey results, for ex- ing Healthcare Foundation are TTeexasFxasFestest 20082008 LeadershipLeadership the foundation have served to pro- ample, will help the City of Irving used locally to improve the health vide targeted healthcare improve- plan its future health program ini- of the people of Irving and sur- ments for cardiac patients, women, tiatives. Similarly, it will assist rounding communities. For more children and infants, and others Baylor Irving, the city’s only non- information on making a donation with special medical needs. profit hospital, in planning its to the foundation, go to Most recently, the foundation health education and community www.irvinghealthcare.org. partnered with the City of Irving, outreach programs. Steve Wariner To Perform By Jennifer Legere bass player, and he toured with her Through the years, this event for three years. Wariner went on has hosted the talents of Randy to play bass in Bob Luman’s band. Travis, Vince Vance and the Val- Through guitar virtuoso Paul iants, Larry Gatlin and the Gatlin Yandell, he met his idol, Chet Brothers, Charlie Pride, Mickey Atkins, who hired Wariner to play Gilley, and Ronnie Milsap to name bass in his band. Chet eventually a few. This year, Grammy-winning signed Wariner to his first record- entertainer Steve Wariner will join ing contract at RCA in 1977. the list of TexasFest talents. Since then, Wariner has won Born Steven Noel Wariner on fourteen #1 singles for songs such Planning to party, Cindy Hester, Helma Mazon and Lisa Mazon December 25, Wariner picked up as; “Some Fools Never Learn”, work towards another successful TexasFest. playing bass at age 9 and later “The Weekend” and “Holes in the By Jennifer Legere we would have spent together any- drums in his father’s band. Sev- Floor of Heaven”. Wariner is also This year the foundation wel- way helping to raise funds for the eral years later he was discovered known for recording the theme comes Lisa Mazon and Cindy foundation, which will improve by Dottie West at age 17 while song for ABC hit TV series, Who’s Steve Wariner Hester as the TexasFest 2008 co- medical care for so many in Irving playing in a club in Indianapolis. the Boss. fer Legere at (972) 579-4395 or go chairs and Helma Mazon as Hon- and surrounding areas,” says West hired him on the spot as her For more information or to online at orary Chair. Cindy Hester. make a reservation contact Jenni- www.irvinghealthcare.org. Mazon and Hester were both Lisa Mazon’s memories of born and raised in Irving and were TexasFest are as early as her teen- childhood friends. The pair met in age years, with her and her siblings ---- Call for Volunteers ---- kindergarten just a couple of years sitting at a table with the Dallas before the Irving Healthcare Foun- Cowboys. It has almost become a By Jennifer Legere for individuals and groups to get out, casino and making sure every dation was formed and later gradu- family tradition to not only attend Each year, TexasFest relies on involved with TexasFest both be- guest leaves with a smile. ated from Irving’s MacArthur TexasFest, but also to be involved. an army of up to 250 volunteers to fore and during the event. To learn more about how you High School. “My mom has always sup- plan, coordinate and execute this Many of the pre-event volun- or your group can volunteer, Through the years, the two ported the foundation through fabulous event. These volunteers teer activities are focused around contact Jennifer Legere at (972) have attended church together in TexasFest and she had the very best join together with varying experi- organizing and general set up for 579-4395 or sign up online at Irving and maintained a close care at Baylor Irving and it was the ences and talents but give their the event. Day of event volunteers www.irvinghealthcare.org/ friendship. The friends have en- fundraising of the past that pro- time to make the event a success. help event staff with the live and texasfest under Volunteer Oppor- joyed working on TexasFest to- vided the vital equipment needed There are many opportunities silent auction, registration, check tunities. gether. to make her breast cancer treat- Hester came on board with ments a success. I want to con- TexasFest after attending it for the tribute to someone else’s healthier first time last year. “I’ve really future,” states Lisa Mazon. ---- Generous Patrons ---- enjoyed spending quality time with For more information on By Jennifer Legere Corporate partners and groups of community in this group,” Lisa and Mrs. Mazon planning this TexasFest, go online to The Irving Healthcare Foun- such as the Four Seasons, Fidel- shares Jan Boyce. event. We’ve spent the time that www.irvinghealthcare.org/ dation (IHF) credits much of its ity Investments and the Irving Hos- With visionary corporate sup- texasfest. success to its donors and volun- pital Auxiliary have contributed port from Citi, IHF fully funded teers. Partnerships with corporate over a million dollars to the IHF and helped to open Irving Inter- and community leaders of Irving through the years. This past year, faith Clinic, a facility open every have contributed significantly to the Four Seasons Resort and Club Thursday evening where volunteer This section provided the foundation through their raised over $260,000 through their physicians and nurses provide pri- volunteerism and financial sup- Cool October events, which they mary care for Irving’s needy resi- by the Irving Rambler port. donated to support the foundation’s dents. This year, contributions “It was a great feeling to be digital mammography goal of $1.3 given by Citi and others raised by able to help raise money for the million. IHF for the Irving Interfaith Clinic Supporting the hospital to buy needed medical “It’s so much fun to work with will enable these volunteer physi- equipment to help save peoples everyone dedicated to the cause. cians and nurses to expand their lives,” said Rosalie Jensen, volun- Obviously, there is a strong sense offerings by opening the clinic an Irving Community teer and past TexasFest chair. additional night each week. Page 8 March 27, 2008 www.irvingrambler.com The Irving Rambler TexasFest Through the Years By Cindy Hester While the themes have been through Irving. During TexasFest, our community’s most critically Irving. Join in the fun with over 700 as diverse as “Big Hair and Boots”, there is a cohesion that is inspir- important health needs. The success of TexasFest is guests at this year’s TexasFest “Mardi Gras”, “Giddy Up & Glit- ing!” shares Carol Barret, volun- This year, the foundation is excited due, in large part, to the generos- event on Saturday, May 3 at the ter” and “TexasFiesta” the most teer and past TexasFest chair. to return to the Hyatt Regency ity of our individual and corporate Hyatt Regency DFW. TexasFest important theme has always been The foundation is making its DFW, where guests can kick up sponsors. Sponsorship levels vary has become Irving’s premier an- consistent – its purpose to raise the mark this year with TexasFest. To their boots and do the Texas two- for both individual and corporate nual fundraising gala. The event funds in an effort to improve celebrate the foundation’s 30th step while being entertained by the sponsors with excellent recogni- has been held at various venues in- healthcare for the citizens of Irv- birthday, TexasFest 2008 proceeds fabulous two-time Grammy winner tion benefits and marketing oppor- cluding the Texas Stadium, the ing. will create a new Healthier Irving Steve Wariner. tunities. Four Seasons Resort and Club, “TexasFest brings together all Endowment. Investment earnings In its 29 years, TexasFest has For more information on former Irving Mayor, Marvin sectors of Irving for one great cause from this endowment in future raised over $5.8 million. The foun- TexasFest, contact Jennifer Legere Randle’s home, and under a tent – improving health care for all who years will be granted by the dation plans to raise over $420,000 at (972) 579-4395 or go online at in the hospital parking lot. work, live or occasionally just pass foundation’s board to help meet in 2008 to help support a healthier www.irvinghealthcare.org/ texasfest. SelectedSelected ChronoloChronologygy ofof TheThe IrIrvingving HealthcareHealthcare FFoundationoundation -- 19771977 -- 20072007 From the minutes of the Irving Hospital Authority and other reports. 1977 1981 1986 nounce $2.5 million fund-raising cer center staff and tours inpatient ---The Irving Community Hospital ---TexasFest raises $100,000 for ---New Emergency department goal for $7.5 million project. oncology unit. Foundation (ICHF) is formed on Sep. ICHF. opens. Treatment rooms double in 23, 1977. ---Board agrees to expand the ER to number. 1990 1992 make it more efficient. ---Foundation Develop- ---Irving Healthcare System Founda- 1980 ment Council Chairman tion is charity recipient for 1992 Terry ---Zolon Wilkins pledges $100,000 1982 W. Humphrey Bogart, Fox Run at Four Seasons Hotel and to help build the chapel. Board ac- ---ICHF initiates $4 million fund announces completion Resort in Las Colinas. Event later cepts gift and decides to name the drive for ER expansion on $2.5 million fund named Cool October Events, raising chapel in honor of the Wilkins’ fam- ---TexasFest continues to grow. Third drive with nearly $3 mil- over $1 million in first 15 years. ily. year profits exceed $150,000. lion pledged. Maybee ---Virginia Shipp establishes gift ---ICHF reports raising $55,000 from ---The Moss-Hart Foundation do- Foundation: $500,000 annuities that would later fund the the first TexasFest – a volunteer-led nates $200,000 to the construction pledge. Clinton Howard: Virginia Shipp Endowment for Can- gala. project. $500,000 pledge. Hospi- cer and the Virginia G and Thomas ---ICHF donates $68,141 to chapel tal family: $1 million. Shipp Endowment for Operations fund. 1983 ---12 shovels turn to ---ICHF raised $4 million in support ---ICHF establishes the Guild to break ground for another 1993 of a $16 million project allowing the serve as its volunteer group respon- major expansion project, ---TexasFest held at the Dallas Cow- hospital to add 95,000 square feet. sible for ongoing fund raising, pub- a seven-story medical of- boys’ Valley Ranch Headquarters, lic relations and public fice building, plus a new drawing a crowd of over 900 people. education for ICHF and main lobby and outpa- Over $200,000 was raised at the the hospital’s services and tient center. event for IHS. needs to the people of the ---Frank Parra Autoplex in Irving community 1991 donates the use of a Chevrolet van ---First endowment fund for four months to transport patients 1984 was established for to the Irving Cancer Center. By May ---TexasFest nets equipment, education of 1997, over 450 patients have uti- $237,000 for the hospital. programs and services. lized this service. ---ICHF distributes free Every thing is bigger at TexasFest 1983. ---Marilyn Tucker ---Westway Ford/Isuzu/Subaru do- Lifeline Emergency Re- Quayle, wife of United nates a new 1993 Ford Aerostar van sponse Systems to vulner- 1988 States Vice President Dan Quayle, to IHS for a four month period to able seniors in Irving. ---Hospital name officially changed addresses a crowd of 500-plus at the transport patients to Irving Cancer to “The Irving Hospital.” “Irving formal dedication of the Irving Can- Center. Everyone is a winner at TexasFest 1980. Healthcare System” becomes the cer Center. Mrs. Quayle meets can- new name for the services of the Irv- ing Hospital Authority. The Irving Community Hospital Foundation (ICHF) changes its name to Irving Healthcare System Foundation (IHSF). ---The hospital becomes “Dallas Me- morial Hospital” for a day as “DAL- Family Dining LAS” films parts of first program of Homestyle Cooking new season at the Hospital. All You Can Eat Food Bar After 5 p.m. Lite-eaters Selection 1989 ---Fund drive for new outpatient cen- ter kicks off with employee and “hos- “““WhereWhere IrvingIrving MeetsMeets && EatsEats””” pital family” fund drive. As of March 27, employee pledges reached about 85% of the $125,000 goal. ---Fund drive kick-off for outpatient 425 W. Irving Blvd. at O’Connor pavilion held at Marriott Mandalay Kicking up their heals, Dr.s Jeff Embre, Ric Whitstone and Ted in Las Colinas. Drive leaders an- BREAKFAST SPECIALS Bronson bring flare to TexasFest 1992. LUNCH For Take Out Call EVERY DINNER (972) 253-7335 DAY! 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1994 ---IHS, IHS Foundation and the City ---This year’s Terry Fox Run pro- 2001 2005 ---TexasFest is held at the Sheraton of Irving cooperative venture results ceeds help purchase new stereotac- ---Dan Williams dies – he was re- ---Managers from the Four Seasons Grand Hotel in DFW. This is the 15th in state-of-the-art EKG monitoring tic breast biopsy equipment. membered as “most generous to this Resort and Club visit Baylor Irving Anniversary for the event, which has equipment installed in nine Irving ---The Irving Healthcare Auxiliary community”. He, along with Ben for a “Thanks A Million” reception raised over $2.8 million. Over 700 city ambulances. Paramedics now celebrates its 40th anniversary. The Carpenter, “gave us 10 acres to start honoring gifts totaling more than $1 people attended and over $180,000 can immediately transmit heart pa- organization has given more than $2 [what is now] the Irving Baylor million. The Resort is the second cor- was raised. tients’ EKG’s to the Emergency De- million to the hospital Foundation. Health Care System over 30 years poration to reach this level of giving; ---Dr. Joe Roberts dies – the partment, providing physicians with Proceeds from the successful gift ago…Then, about 15 years ago, they Irving Healthcare Auxiliary was the hospital’s first Chief of Staff. In April valuable information before the pa- shop account for about $80,000 in let the medical center have 10 acres first, with gifts totaling more than of ’94, the IHS Foundation honored tients arrive at the hospital. donations to the Foundation each adjacent to it for the price they had $2.3 million. him with the Award of Excellence. ---Annual Mother-Daughter Tea is year. Other fundraising events in- paid for it years before, way below In 1992, Dr. Roberts established the held benefiting Osteoporosis Pro- cluding the Holiday Tour of Homes the current price at the time.” 2006 Joe Roberts Library at the hospital gram. help bring annual donations of about (Quotes by longtime friend Bob ---With corporate support from Citi, with a donation of books and medi- ---The 10th annual “Taste of Irving” $100,000 per year. Nelson, Sr.) IHF fully funds Irving Interfaith cal equipment, then endowed the li- is held for more than 1500 attend- ---The Irving Healthcare Foundation Clinic, an evening clinic where vol- brary with a gift of $10,000. ees. The event, which raised $7,000 2000 held an appreciation dinner honoring unteer physicians and nurses provide ---Pat Carnell, president of IHS for the Irving Healthcare Foundation, ---TexasFest 2000 is held at Eddie Robert “Bob” Buzard for 17 years as primary care for Irving’s needy resi- Foundation, receives the “Outstand- included a Back-to-School health fair Dean’s Ranch in Dallas. The event a Foundation director and contribu- dents. In its first-ever phonathon, ing Professional Award.” with free immunizations. has raised more than $3.9 million for tor, for Phyllis Joslin for her volun- over 700 patients pledge gifts to help ---The Foundation reports a $3 mil- ---The Irving Healthcare the medical center. Proceeds esti- teer contributions and IBM Corp. for IHF open a new heart lab. lion building fund established for the Foundation’s 20th Anniversary cel- mated at $290,000, support the Com- its support. Gifts from Buzard and Emergency and Occupational Health ebration is held. munity Outreach Program that offers his wife helped expand the emer- 2007 Departments; A $1 million gift is re- ---A $25,000 grant from the Mead- screenings, immunizations and gency department and aided in the ---The foundation raises $1.75 mil- ceived from FAMSEA Corp. for the ows Foundation of Texas provides a health education. construction of the hospital’s outpa- lion of the $4 million total to open Outpatient Pavilion – this fund is new van for Irving Adult Day Ser- ---Board Meeting: Board approved tient surgery center. the first heart lab in North Texas with matched by local dollars. vices. Irving Healthcare Foundation Capi- ---50th Anniversary of Our magnet guided catheters, providing ---The IHS Auxiliary paid the last ---Irving CARES is awarded a tal Campaign report – initiating a Children’s Center: Verizon Commu- a cure for patients with arrhythmias. installment of a $300,000 pledge for $30,000 Venture Grant from the capital campaign for $4.2 million fo- nications, Inc. donated $10,000 to the Also, IHF marks its 30th year of rais- the Outpatient Services Expansion United Way for a collaborative pro- cusing on a new women’s and Irving Healthcare Foundation for Our ing and disbursing funds to ensure Project. Begun in March 1990 and gram that targets the health, social children’s center and services. Children’s Center at Irving, which Irving’s health. completed in Sep. 1991, the project and spiritual needs of residents in the ---A second Senior Van is offered to serves more than 120 special needs ---The Foundation, with Baylor Irv- added several new areas and reno- Heritage District. older adults needing assistance with children from Irving as well as sur- ing, enters into a partnership with the vated others. transportation for healthcare needs. rounding communities. The Center is City of Irving and the Parkland 1998 ---Pat Carnell, President of the Irv- celebrating its 50th year. Health and Hospital System to con- 1995 ---Irving Healthcare System takes on ing Healthcare Foundation is ---23rd Annual Texas Fest held at Las duct a health needs analysis for the ---IHS and Baylor Health Care Sys- a new name, Baylor Medical Center awarded the Harold J. Seymour Colinas Marriott. For 22 years, city with the goal of working together tem finalize their network agreement. at Irving. The name is shortened to Award by the Association for TexasFest has been among the area’s to indentify areas for improvement ---Board approves the leasing of the “Baylor Irving” for casual use. Irv- Healthcare Philanthropy (AHP). top 20 fundraisers, with proceeds to- and opportunities for greater collabo- Irving Healthcare System facilities to ing Healthcare System Foundation Carnell remained the only president taling $4.2 million. Proceeds from ration. Baylor Health Care System. also changes its name to the Irving of IHF for 22 years. Through the the event will benefit BMC Irving’s ---TexasFest is held at the Four Sea- Healthcare Foundation years, she spearheaded several multi- new Women’s Center scheduled for sons Resort and Club singer Gary ---The Carl E. and Florence B. King million dollar capital campaigns completion in 2002. Morris and the band “Party Crash- Foundation awards a $5,850 grant to leading to the construction of facili- ---Mother-Daughter Tea held at Las ers” were featured. the Irving Healthcare Foundation to ties at Baylor-Irving, including Irv- Colinas Country Club. ---The signing of the network agree- fund the development of a custom- ing Cancer Center, Outpatient Cen- ment with Baylor is held. Approxi- ized Spanish class for physical thera- ter and Emergency Department. 2004 mately 350 employees from both or- pists at Baylor Irving. As many as ---Patricia Root Carnell, founder of ---IHF grants a record $2.5 million ganizations, physicians, volunteers, 50% of patients seen in the Physical the Irving Healthcare Foundation at dollars in one year with most going civic and community leaders attend. Therapy department are affected by Baylor Irving. The Foundation has to Baylor Irving to fund its new coro- ---The eighth annual “Taste of Irv- the language barrier. raised more than $30 million and es- nary care unit, the expanded heart- ing” is held, benefiting IHS’s Emer- ---The 19th annual TexasFest is held tablished endowments valued at $13 monitoring unit and the renovated gency department with emphasis on More than $3.5 million has been million. Carnell led several capital Women’s Pavilion of Health. The the children’s area. raised to support Baylor Irving dur- campaigns and created the TexasFest gala celebrates 25 years of ing the TexasFest’s history. Proceeds Foundation’s TexasFest event. fundraising with more than $5 mil- All dressed up, Angie and John 1995 - 1996 are used to purchase a 3D-CRT for lion (net) raised. Drake attend TexasFest. ---Child safety seats are provided for the Irving Cancer Center, equipment needy newborns via The Samaritan that delivers computer-assisted, pre- Fund. cision-targeted treatment for cancer- ous tumors. A Professional Caregiving Service 1996 ---Third annual Mother-Daughter We are there for your loved ones when you can’t be. ---TexasFest is held at the Hyatt Re- Tea is held. Lord and Taylor presents gency East Hotel. a $5000 donation to Irving Offering the following services plus much more: --The 9th annual “Taste of Irving”, Healthcare Foundation for the Os- Transportation to appointment, shopping sponsored by the IHS Foundation and teoporosis Program. . local businesses, is held at Irving ---The 11th Annual Taste of Irving is . Meal preparation, laundry, light housekeeping Mall. Proceeds benefit the IHS Emer- held. Money raised s used to pur- . Dressing, grooming, bathing gency Department and Nursery. chase a pediatric digital-imaging sys- ---Celebration of IHS Emergency De- tem for the special care nursery. Everyone needs a little help sometime. We offernon-medical partment expansion is attended by personal assistance for those in need. You determine when, over 275 people. 1999 ---TexasFest commemorates the where, and how much service you need. You are in control! 1997 event’s 20 year anniversary with a ---TexasFest, the 18th annual event dinner and auction at Eddie Deen’s benefiting IHS, reached an all-time Ranch in downtown Dallas. This Deb Jaggears -Owner high in underwriting with commit- year’s event raises $285,000 for the Licensed, Bonded, & Irving based 972-375-7770 ments of $201,325. The previous Cancer Center at Baylor Irving. record was $154,000. Page 10 March 27, 2008 www.irvingrambler.com The Irving Rambler The Irving Rambler214-675-6493 March 27, 2008 Page 11 “Go Wild with Art” during Spring Fling Provided by Jennifer Hall MPACT, has been seen across the story telling; John Hunter’s Snake activities offer participants a pre- Wildlife’s Operation Game Thief The Irving Arts Center will country. Other performers include Talk; and the Irving City Spar- view of the Arts Center’s summer trailer; shark attack bounce house; host Spring Fling, a children’s art cover bands Kinfolk and Tyme klers. camp projects. Other activities in- and balloon artists, jugglers and festival, “Go Wild with Art.” A free Zone, local bands playing music In addition to performances, clude an instrument petting zoo magicians. event, the Spring Fling, will fea- from the 50s to today; Fakie, a Spring Fling will feature free art with the Lone Star Youth Orches- For more information on ture art projects, demonstrations by sugar-metal band ranging in age projects such as weaving book- tra; an interactive snake booth Spring Fling, visit www.irvingarts visual artists, two performance from 9-14 years; Class Act Tap marks, stone-carving with local where participants can meet and center.com or call 972-252-7558. stages, live animals and more on Company and Dana’s Dance Acad- artist Sandi Stein, jewelry and greet slithery friends; full-face ex- The Irving Arts Center is located April 5, from 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. emy; interactive drumming and mask making and more. The art otic face painting; Texas Parks and at 3333 N. MacArthur Blvd. In its eighth year, this annual festival and will expand from a 3- hour to a 9-hour event. The ex- TTeamseams toto competecompete withwith knoknowledgewledge ofof IrIrvingving triviatrivia panded hours leave room for more TTeamseams toto competecompete withwith knoknowledgewledge ofof IrIrvingving triviatrivia involved art activities and perfor- Provided by Mary Higbie tion, Entertainment Series of Irv- p.m. and 4 p.m. Other activities course, and a birthday cake. All mances for children and a larger In conjunction with the cel- ing Board, Greater Irving Las will include games for children, a events are free. For additional in- visual arts area for adults. ebration of the 225th birthday of Colinas Chamber of Commerce, beard contest, recognizing those formation, visit www.irvingherit “Spring Fling is an event the Washington Irving, thirteen teams Henry Holmes Breakfast Forum, with ‘Irving’ in their name and of age.com or call 972-252-3838. whole family will enjoy,” Richard will compete with knowledge of Heritage Advisory Council, His- Huff, executive director of the Irv- Irving trivia. toric Hospital District ing Arts Center, said. “We’ve Teams will be given a series Homeowners Association, Irving brought in some very interesting of questions which they will an- Convention & Visitors Bureau artists and great performers. We’ll swer as a group for points in the (representing the board and the also have a lot of free art projects preliminary round on April 5, be- staff), Irving Senior Arts Program, for children that focus on our ‘wild’ ginning at 10 a.m. in the Dupree Keep Irving Beautiful, La Cima theme.” Theater of the Irving Arts Center. Club, Leadership Irving-Las The highlight of the event will Information will come from the Colinas, Northwest Place Neigh- be three performances by visual history of the City of Irving as well borhood Association, and the Pres- artist Richard Hight. During each as information about American’s ervation and Redevelopment performance, Hight will create a First Man of Letters, Washington Board. 30-minute, large-scale masterpiece Irving. Teams moving on to the finals choreographed to high energy The teams competing are: will compete on April 20, at the music. His program, VISUAL Cardinal Neighborhood Associa- Valley Ranch Library between 2
Sitting pretty, Barbara Terrill and Pat Cook, seated in the replica of the Voltair Chair, model the chair in the Irving Heritage House, which belonged to J.O. Schulze. The original chair was commissioned by Rip Van Winkle for his home Sunnyside in Tarrytown, NY. VFWVFW NationalNational HomeHome forfor ChildrenChildren aidsaids IrIrvingving familiesfamilies Provided by Margaret Hoenig services available in their own Post & Auxiliary #2494 of Irv- community. Other times, intensive ing recently celebrated VFW Na- case management support helps tional Home for Children Aware- resolve pressing issues. Social ness Week. The National Home is workers at the National Home have a non-profit child-care agency in an extensive knowledge of veter- Michigan that helps children and ans’ services in addition to special families of America’s active-duty connections to help the veteran military and war veterans nation- community. wide by providing a place to turn Active-duty military families, in troubled times. as well as families of veterans, very The National Home Helpline often find themselves in situations offers nationwide assistance and in which they need somewhere to connection to supportive services turn for help. For example, a de- in the Irving community. In addi- ployed service member who is also tion to Helpline services, the Na- a single parent may place their tional Home’s traditional residen- child(ren) in the National Home’s tial on-campus programs are de- residential program. During the signed to give veterans’ families an time of deployment, this service opportunity for a better life. Eligi- member will rest assured knowing bility for these programs is based their children are receiving proper on the child(ren) having a living care while they are overseas. Upon (or deceased) parent, grandparent returning to the United States, the or great-grandparent who is (or family will be reunited. was) a VFW or Ladies Auxiliary Whatever the case may be, the member in good standing. De- National Home offers services ployed military members’ children available in the specialized on- or their spouses with children, and campus programs along with the veterans with a service-connected National Home Helpline with sup- disability with their families may port services all designed to pro- also be eligible. vide the best in love, care and edu- Military and veteran families cation to the children and families. or their children may not need on- America has not forgotten about its campus programs; however they war heroes. seek supportive services in their The VFW National Home for own community. The National Children Helpline: 800-851-0238. Send Payment to Home helps people with a variety Email: of supportive services depending [email protected], P.O.Box 177731, Irving, TX 75017 on what is needed. Sometimes it online: is simply connecting a family with www.vfwnationalhome.org. Page 12 March 27, 2008 www.irvingrambler.com The Irving Rambler ColleCollegege studentsstudents,,, facultyfaculty rallyrally toto aidaid NepaleseNepalese studentstudent withwith medicalmedical eexpensesxpenses By Jess Paniszczyn to raise funds for Raj. Through help a fellow student here at North to be here, but I think it is prob- dents; half of those students are Last fall, Raj Silwal, a North their efforts, over $2,500 was Lake who really needed some help. ably difficult on the parents.” from Nepal. A lot of Nepalese stu- Lake College student from Nepal, raised. Five or six members of the art fac- Even though he is tumor free, dents come to North Lake because was diagnosed with a brain tumor. “I don’t know Raj personally, ulty and students donated special Raj still has a long way to go be- of the community that is here.” Far from home and without insur- but he is from Nepal and he goes pieces. During the auction, people fore he fully recovers. For more information about ance, Raj continued attending to North Lake College. We have a were bidding not only because they “His car was burned up in the Raj, or to donate to his recovery, classes while he worked with doc- large Nepalese community in the wanted the art, but because they accident, and that sort of loss call the college’s International tors to find a way to pay for the Dallas area. I received an email knew it was to raise money to help would be hard on anyone. I heard Center at 972-273-3047. medical care he needed. Then sud- from the Nepalese Society of Texas someone. It was a giant group ef- that one of the nurses offered to denly his daily routine was halted about his situation. I thought, we fort at North Lake,” Professor Ray drive him to by a violent car crash. have to do something for him,” Mr. said. chemotherapy “While driving, Raj passed Dixit said. Following the accident, doc- everyday for out, because of his brain tumor,” “I spoke with Professor Marty tors successfully removed the tu- five weeks. Amy Duncan, an International Ray, because I wanted to donate mor. Following a short stay, Raj “We Student Specialist for North Lake, some of my paintings. She said, was released from the hospital. helped Raj get said. “He said he drove off a bridge. ‘why don’t you ask everyone at the “The tumor was malignant. insurance de- I imagine he meant some sort of college for help.’ So I spoke with He is currently undergoing chemo- signed for in- embankment. And his car actually the Art Department and the Inter- therapy and radiation. Other than ternational stu- caught fire. A woman, who knows national Office as well as with dif- the tumor, Raj is young and dents. Unfortu- him, saw the accident. She broke ferent faculty teachers, and they healthy. We are hoping that he will nately, he was the window, pulled him to safety said they would help me. We gath- pull through it,” Ms. Duncan said. enrolled in the and called an ambulance. The am- ered 43 art pieces for the auction. “Raj has had a lot of support insurance pro- bulance took him to Parkland I went to the Grapevine gallery, from a lot of people. Everyone in gram after the where he was admitted. House of Colors, and they also do- the hospital knew and loved him. tumor was di- “Raj had been diagnosed with nated two pieces.” Every time we would go to visit agnosed. The the tumor for a while. He had been “I am an artist. I can always him there would be 100 people in policy is not speaking with doctors, and they create new paintings. If my paint- the room. Most of them didn’t going to cover wanted him to have surgery some- ings can help, I am willing to do know him before the accident, but any pre-exist- time in February. But no one would that. But this time it was not only they had heard his story and ing condi- treat him, because he didn’t have me, everybody helped me,” Mr. wanted to check on him. He is a tions,” Ms. insurance.” Dixit said. very loveable individual. Duncan said. An art lab assistant originally Marty Ray, a professor of art “His father and mother are “North Lake from Nepal, Kapil Dixit, suggested at North Lake, was impressed by here. As far as I know, this is their College has al- the idea of an art auction. Students the generosity of both the auction’s first time to leave Nepal. They are most 1,000 in- One of 43 pieces of art auctioned to help North and faculty at North Lake College donors and the bidders. farmers who don’t speak English. ternational stu- Lake College student, Raj Silwal. donated artwork to a silent auction “This was a wonderful idea to It is comforting for Raj for them CLASSIFIED ADVERTISEMENTS Jon’s Upholstery USE FREE TIME TO SALES POSITION EARN EXTRA CASH Local territory, established accounts, People Caregivers Needed Church needs a man to Great part-time opportunity to earn extra person, detail oriented, responsible, cour- Ray of Sunshine is looking for honest and do yard work and light money and try new financial services ca- teous, articulate, computer literate, MS Of- dependable individuals to care for some Has MOVED maintenance. Excellent pay reer. Work around your schedule - you fice, email and internet savvy opportunity very special people. If you are interested set your own hours and compensation. 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EARL C. GRANT Grant and Tom’s daughter, Later the family moved to Irv- terms. Shorty retired after practic- Johnson and Oline Grasshorn Earl C. Michelle Massey. Earl also has 12 ing, where Shorty and his siblings ing dentistry in downtown Irving Johnson, and by a son, Brian R. Grant passed great-grandchildren. attended elementary school. Shorty for more than 45 years. Johnson. away peacefully Earl was a soft spoken, gentle, and Jewel Jean Thomas, his future Jeanie taught school in Irving A memorial celebration was on March 22, loving father and husband. He will wife, were in the first grade to- for 25 years. She passed away in held March 1 at Oak View Baptist 2008. He was be missed dearly. gether. Their teacher was Elise 2005. She and Shorty had been Church conducted by Dr. Jim born in Visitation was followed by a Walker, who eventually taught married 59 years. Gerlach. Sherman, TX to service on March 26 at Donnelly’s their three children as well. Shorty celebrated his 83rd Neil and Lady Colonial Funeral Home Chapel. Shorty joined the Navy when birthday on Dec. 23. He passed ROSEMARY THERESA Lee Grant on Interment followed at Oak Grove he was just 17. He had to talk his away on Wednesday, March 19, “PENNY” ENGLISH June 2, 1927. Memorial Gardens, Irving. mother into signing for him, as he 2008 at his home. Rose- Earl graduated from Sherman was too young, but he wanted to He is survived by his children, mary Theresa High School in 1944. Directly af- ROBERT S. MODLIN go with his brother and cousins to Thomas N. Watkins and wife “Penny” En- ter high school, Earl attended Robert serve in World War II. He served Karen of Dallas, Laura E. Mayo glish, of Irving, Texas A&M University at College S. Modlin, of as an aerial photographer and chief and husband Ty of Grapevine, and passed away Station, TX. He majored in Indus- Irving, passed petty officer for four years before Anna DeGeyter and husband March 20, trial Education with minor stud- away March 19, returning home in 1946. George of Smartville, CA; six 2008. ies in English, Engineer drawing, 2008. Shorty enrolled in college and grandchildren, Rebecca She woodworking, sheet metal, Alge- He was continued to date Jeanie. They both Letourneau and husband Johnny, was born Oct. bra, History, and Physical Educa- born Oct. 18, graduated with honors and were Chloe Canon, Austin Canon, Anna 3, 1923 in Cincinnati, OH. She tion. 1934 in married in 1946. Jeanie got her Kate Ortiz and husband Josh, was an avid bingo player and yard In September of 1945, Earl en- Refugio, TX. He was a member of masters degree and taught school Madeline Watkins, and Emily enthusiast. She was also a veteran listed in the United States Army. First United Methodist Church in to put Shorty through Baylor Den- Watkins; three great grandchil- of the U.S. Navy serving in the After seven weeks of training in Irving and the Derol Todd tal School in Dallas. After gradu- dren, Madison Letourneau, Alyssa W.A.V.E.S. weather observation and Air Traf- Homebuilders Sunday School ation, Shorty opened a dental prac- Dittemore and Andre Ortiz; and Survivors include her son fic Control Techniques, Earl was Class. tice in downtown Irving, and he one “adopted” grandson, former Wayne English of Lewisville; 3 assigned to the 139th Air Control Survivors include his wife of and Jeanie started their family. neighbor Brad Woods. He loved to grandchildren; and 7 great grand- Service Squadron in Tokyo, Japan. 42 years, Louise Modlin of Irving; Shorty often provided dental tease them and play with them, and children. During that time, he issued clear- and cousins Mary Carolyn services to his patients who were he dearly loved them all. He is also Military graveside services ance to pilots and notified rescue Pendleton, Carny Ann Kline, unable to pay, accepting home- survived by his brother J. P. “Pete” were held March 22 at Oak Grove services regarding aircraft in dis- George Modlin, and Frank grown tomatoes or squash in lieu Watkins of Sun City, Arizona, and Memorial Gardens. Arrangements tress. Modlin. of payment. The back door of his cousin Arthur Casey of Irving. were made by Brown’s Memorial Earl Calhoun Grant was Hon- Funeral services were held office at the corner of 2nd and Main The family received friends at Funeral Home. orably Discharged from the service March 22 at First United Method- Street was always open to friends the funeral home March 21. Fu- in April 1947. ist Church. Interment followed at and neighbors who stopped by for neral service was March 22 at First ALMA LOUISE After serving his country, Earl Oak Grove Memorial Gardens. Ar- a chat and a cup of coffee. United Methodist Church, Irving. FORBIS WATERS graduated from Texas A&M with rangements were made by Brown’s Shorty and Jeanie and their Burial was with military honors at Alma a Civil Engineering Degree. He Memorial funeral Home. children – Thomas, Laura, and Oak Grove Memorial Gardens in Louise Forbis became an Engineer for Glitsch, Anna — became very involved in Irving. Waters, of Irv- Inc. in Dallas. He then married HAROLD LEON WATKINS the Irving community. They at- ing passed Manon Grant, his loving wife of Harold tended First United Methodist DONALD GRANT away March 22, 48 years, on July 25, 1959. They Leon Watkins Church in downtown Irving and JOHNSON 2008. had three sons: Ralph, Jerry, and was born in started a Sunday school class Donald Grant Johnson was born She Tom. Haslet, TX, on called the Questers, where Shorty 10-17-1938 and passed from this was born in One of Earl’s greatest joys was Dec. 23, 1924. taught Sunday school for nearly 50 life on 2-26-08 at the age of 69. Austin on May 22, 1917. Louise taking his family to exciting places He was the fifth years. Jeanie helped start the Irv- He is survived by wife-Nancy married Marien A. Waters in 1941. for family vacations. child born to ing Symphony League, organizing L. Johnson, children-Dale W. They raised 4 daughters and 1 son, He is survived by his sons, Julia and H.P. field trips for Irving youth to visit Johnson and Terri L. Skaar and who in turn produced 10 grand- Ralph and his wife, Sandy, Ralph’s Watkins, who was a Methodist symphony performances in Dallas. grandson-Jeremy Skaar. He is pre- children and 7 great grandchil- son, David Grant, Ralph’s daugh- minister. He had two older broth- Shorty and Jeanie raised their chil- ceded in death by his parents Grant dren. ter, Shelly Chadwick, Sandy’s son, ers and two older sisters. Although dren by the golden rule and the Ten David Moskowitz; Jerry Grant and he was the baby of the family, he Commandments. his wife, Donna and their son, Troy grew up to be taller than them all, Shorty loved the outdoors. He Grant; Tom Grant and his son, TJ so they nicknamed him Shorty. loved to fish and hunt, and he trained Brittany spaniels to hunt for dove and quail during bird sea- Irving’s oldest funeral home son. Shorty was President of the We Provide The Personal Touch Boy Scouts of America Circle Ten David & Carla Davis, Council. He supported the Lions Club and was a member of the Owners & Licenced Funeral Directors Rotary club for 50 years, and a Mason for 50 years. He served on 129 S. O’Connor the Irving School Board and was Irving, TX 75060 972-259-7644 President of the board for two Chapel of Roses Funeral Home 606 West Airport Freeway Welcomes long time Irving Funeral Director Austin E. Raney Irving, Texas 75062 Owned & Operated by the Chism & Crouch Families (972) 579-1313 972-554-1031 1225 E. Irving Blvd. 75060 www.donnellyscolonial.com www.ChapelofRosesfh.com Directors: Offering: Serving Irving families Charlotte Chism Waldrum Traditional Funeral Services since 1963 Harrell Chism Cremation Austin E. Raney Military Services The Irving Rambler 214-675-6493 March 27, 2008 Page 15 TTeenagerseenagers ofof thethe YYearear recorecognizedgnized bbyy ElksElks Put a Paw print in your heart By Jess Paniszczyn each received a trophy and a basket- young people to do their best. Irving Elks Club #2334 hosted ball. “We do all of this through fund- a banquet in honor of the Teenagers “Tonight we are also recogniz- ing that started in 1926. We have a and a best friend at home! of the Year on March 26. In addition ing our Hoop Shoot winners. We had fund called the Elks National Foun- to the teenagers, the program also 8,500 kids compete in the Hoop dation. Our elks put $10 a year into recognized the Policeman of the Year, Shoot from Irving, Carrollton, Farm- this fund, and we never touch the the Fireman of the Year and the win- ers Branch and Coppell school dis- principal. It provides the interest for The precious pets ners of the annual Hoop Shoot con- tricts. The Hoop Shoot is basically a all of these wonderful programs. We test. free throw contest and a drug aware- love to work with the children and at the DFW Hu- “During the year, we have a ness program. Kids practice hoop the young people of today, because Teenager of the Month every month,” shoots to keep them from getting in- they are our future,” Mr. Williams mane Society David Jordan, District Deputy Grand volved in other things,” Mr. Jordan said. Exalted Ruler, said. “For Teenager of said. “We honor our youth of America would like to the Year, we choose kids who are Officer Rosaris Solis received today. Irving is one of the leaders in good scholastically on top of every- the Policeman of the Year award. Fire the nation in youth activities work. bring a lifetime of thing. They are involved in the com- Captain Jef Spagnalo received the We teach children to compete in life munity. They have leadership posi- Fireman of the Year award and how to win and lose. It is an Elk’s love and happiness into your home!! tions in and are members of several “This is our attempt to show the privilege to help our youth. different organizations. We score the community that we are a charitable “The Teenager of the Year award teens.” organization. We support our kids, is one of our more new programs. The 1611 W, Irving Blvd. Dylan Cowart a student at veterans and seniors. We like to get best boy and best girl rise to go to MacArthur High School and Yin- involved in anything that is a chari- our national convention where they Young Kang a student at Nimitz table happening in the city of Irving,” speak before 8,000 to 9,000 people. Irving, Texas 75061 High School were named Teenagers Mr. Jordan said. They are honored with a four year of the Year. Charles Williams, Past Grand $15,000 per year scholarship,” he 972-253-3333 “Only two teens can win unfor- Exalted Ruler, wants to encourage said. Hours of operation: tunately. They all deserve to win. The Teenagers of the Year receive a $500 Wednesday, Thursday and Friday 11-6 a year scholarship for four years,” Mr. Angel Fund helps Saturday 11-5 Jordan said. “Then they get a chance to compete in our state association, Sunday 12-5 which provides the first place win- abused dog heal ner a one time scholarship of $750 and $500 for second place. We usu- Continued from page 1 ally have one or two winners from “The Angel Fund is a re- for adoption. It covers expenses Come adopt a new this lodge.” stricted fund designed to receive such as heart worm treatments and During the presentations, donations to cover medical ex- broken bones. Tommy Shelton (10-11 year olds) and penses to prepare animals for “We have had the dog for a family member today! Miles Calloway (12-13 year olds) adoption that don’t come in ready week. He is finished with his anti- biotics and pain medication. He is If you can’t adopt, please donate! doing quite well,” Ms. Kammerer $3k - $8K said. The witness described the ve- hicle Patrick was thrown from as per Commission an older model four door Caprice type car. If you have information about the person who abused 214-764-9773 Patrick or you have knowledge of Fire Your Bosss! We Create Real Estate Investors another animal being abused, please contact the Irving Police Department. Business is Booming! BIG DOGS Patrick will soon be ready for Need Top Sales People a new home where he can know Properties, Inc. the love he truly deserves. OBITUARIES Following the death of her and intelligence tempered with wit Louise is survived by her son husband in 1971, Louise worked and wisdom. She was a strong, lov- F.A. Waters of Keller; daughters in the Irving Independent School ing woman and her kindness is re- Martha E. Waters of Phoenix, AZ; District. After her retirement, she membered by all. She was a won- Sue N. Lassiter of Bon Carbo, CO; volunteered her time at many derful mother and grandmother of Madeline W. Brock of Austin and projects at her church and at Grace her family and a staunch supporter Wende L. Waters of Grand Prai- Presbyterian Village, where she of her church, the First Presbyte- rie. moved in 2006. rian Church of Irving, where she Memorial Services were held Louise is fondly remembered was a member for more the 50 at the First Presbyterian Church in as a woman of independent spirit years. Irving on March 26. Memorial do- nations may be sent to Grace Pres- byterian Caring Fund, 550 E. Ann Continuing Arbor Ave, Dallas, TX 75216 or charity of one’s choice. Arrange- ments were made by Brown’s Me- The Tradition morial Funeral Home.
“The Right Choice SUE JANET CHOU Ben F. Brown for Over 50 Years.” Sue Janet Chou, 53, died at home in Irving March 22, 2008. Our staff welcomes Church & Chapel Services She was born in Pine Bluff, AR and Gary Westerman Local, Out of Town Services was the daughter of the late Gor- Funeral Director & Burials don and Ann Chou. Memorials Survivors include sisters Tina Cremation and Mamie; and brother Charles Memories Flowers Urich. Memorial services will be held at 1:00 p.m. March 29 at Brown’s 972-254-4242 Memorial Funeral Home Chapel. www.brownmem.com Family and friends are encouraged to bring photos of themselves with BROWN’S MEMORIAL Janet to share stories. Memorials may be made to Trinity Episcopal FUNERAL HOME Church, 703 W. Third Ave, Pone Funeral Directors: Mike Gowens Bluff, AR 71601, Chou, 7891 Michael McVey. Varna Ave, Van Nuys, CA 91402, Brown Family Owned and Operated. or American Cancer Society. Page 16 March 27, 2008 www.irvingrambler.com The Irving Rambler EasterEaster SealsSeals NorNorthth TTeexasxas aawardedwarded fundsfunds forfor serservicesvices toto childrenchildren withwith autismautism Easter Seals North Texas recommendations and guidelines SLP, Vice President of Clinical provide professional consultation Texas for more than 60 years. Each (ESNT), a leading, not-for-profit from the American Academy of Services at Easter Seals North in program design and implemen- of its programs and services is provider of services for children Pediatrics (AAP). A primary com- Texas, will provide direction and tation. Dr. Alicia Re Cruz of the driven by its mission to create op- and adults with disabilities, has ponent of the program will be Ap- staff leadership for this new com- Department of Anthropology and portunities that advance the inde- been awarded a grant contract from plied Behavior Analysis (ABA), prehensive service. Three presti- her students will help create a ser- pendence of individuals with dis- the Texas Department of Assistive which will be delivered in a clini- gious University of North Texas vice delivery model that is cultur- abilities and other special needs. and Rehabilitative Services cal setting, in children’s homes and departments and their faculty will ally responsive to the families and For more information about (DARS) to deliver comprehensive in other natural environments contribute expertise and strengthen communities served. Dr. Kevin Autism Services for Children or services to children with autism. where the children spend their the core components of Easter Callahan of the Department of Easter Seals’ other offerings for Fifty children with autism, days. Many children will receive Seals’ Services for Children with Educational Psychology will help people with disabilities, call 972- aged three through eight, will ben- 25-40 hours each week of Early Autism. Easter Seals personnel work in a 394-8900 or visit efit from evidence-based therapeu- Intensive Behavior Intervention Dr. Shahla Ala’i-Rosales and complementary manner with www.ntx.easterseals.com. tic services developed and imple- (EIBI). Dr. Jesus Rosales from UNT’s De- children’s schools to coordinate mented in accordance with recent Jennifer Friesen, MS, CCC- partment of Behavior Analysis will and enhance all their services. “I’m excited this grant to pro- vide services to children with au- Yelloelloww RoseRose AMBUCSAMBUCS hosthost annualannual fashionfashion shoshoww tism will further advance the part- nership between Easter Seals and the University of North Texas,” Monica Prather, President and Chief Executive Officer of Easter Seals North Texas, said. “This agency’s ability to develop this pro- gram was only possible because we have such a strong foundation for these new services in our existing pediatric therapy practitioners and leadership in our Carrollton and Oak Cliff clinics.” “These are intensive services,” Paul Baganz, Executive Vice Presi- dent and Chief Operating Officer at Easter Seals North Texas, said. “Easter Seals not only provides these therapeutic services, but also has expertise in dozens of other wraparound and complementary services that support children and adults with disabilities and their families, including case manage- ment, housing assistance, assistive technology and many more. “ Feeling pretty, a volunteer models clothing from Chapter Two during the Yellow Rose Easter Seals has been meeting the needs of individuals with dis- Ambucs’ Annual Style Show hosted in the Heritage Senior Center. abilities and their families in North