Obituaries

Move over COVID-19. Earth Day fun is back.

The world-renowned green gathering hosted by the international environmental organization EarthX returns in person for the first time since 2019.

Earthx2022 will run from April 20 to 24 in the Dallas Arts District.

The 11th annual event brings together world leaders, government officials, NGOs, scientists, business executives, youth advocates, educators, and experts to inspire action toward a more sustainable future worldwide.

“Earth is our home, and each of us must play a part to ensure that it is here and inhabitable for future generations,” said founder Trammell S. Crow.

Earthx2022 is also the exclusive host for the United Nations SDG Media Summit, UNFCCC Global Youth Summit, and United Nations Family Offices for Sustainable Development Summit, as announced at the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP26) in Glasgow, Scotland.

“The reach of our annual event surrounding Earth Day grew by going virtual over the past two years, due to the pandemic, and we are excited to offer rich in-person and online experiences this year,” Michael Fletcher, EarthX CEO, said.

Exhibitors/sponsors include AAA, City of Dallas, Columbia University’s Earth Institute, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Dallas Cowboys, Dallas Fort Worth International Airport, Half Price Books, The Nature Conservancy, Hilton Worldwide, Rainforest Trust, State Farm, Texas A&M University, Yale School of Forestry, Trust for Public Land, TXU, and UPS.

Highlights of Earthx2022 include three UN summits addressing climate change: United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change Youth Summit, United Nations Sustainable Development Goals Media Summit, and United Nations Family Offices for Sustainable Development Summit.

Visit www.EarthX.org or follow @earthxorg on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook. – Staff report

The annual festival brings people together through fun activities, exhibits, and

educational experiences focused on how to help the environment. (PHOTOS: COURTESY EARTHX).

OBITUARIES RICHARD ALFRED FURST

1953–2022

Richard Alfred Furst, son of Harry Furst and Magie Furst, peacefully passed away on Monday, January 3, 2022.

Richard graduated from W.T. White High School in 1972. He then attended the University of Texas at Austin—majoring in Economics. He was a member of the AEPI fraternity, where he made lifelong friends.

After college, Richard was first employed by Commercial Metals Co. Thereafter, he formed his own business, Furst Metal Co. He then pursued a career in the sports agency business—where he lived out his dream of scouting and prospecting NFL players.

He enjoyed all sports, especially Football, Baseball, Running, and Skiing—and loved nothing more than watching and playing with his two sons. He was a lifelong Cowboys fan.

His sons, Augie and Manie, were the joy of his life. Richard loved the Almighty and lived his life in devotion to God. The Jewish Holidays and family get-togethers were the highlights of the year.

The family received loved ones and friends for visitation and burial services at Shearith Israel Memorial Park in Dallas, Texas, on Wednesday, January 5, 2022.

Richard is survived by his mother, Magie Furst, his sons Augie Furst and Manie Furst, his daughter-in-law Shannon Furst, his granddaughter Blakelee Furst, his sister Robin (David Boden) Furst, the mother of his children Debbie Furst, along with many loving aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. He is preceded in death by his father, Harry Furst.

If desired, the family asks that memorial contributions be made to The Dallas Holocaust Museum and Center for Education, Hadassah, or the Boys and Girls Clubs of America.

GEORGE A. FILAK

1932-2022

George A. Filak, 89, passed away at home on January 31, 2022, surrounded by his loving family. For 65 years, he was married to the love of his life, Georgann, who preceded him in death. They lived in Dallas, London, and Virginia before retiring to Houston.

After graduating from MIT, George began a successful career at Texas Instruments. He and Georgann were active members of Highland Park United Methodist Church and Palmer Memorial Episcopal Church. They served on the Dallas Opera Guild and were avid fans of classical music. He also received an MBA from SMU. George enjoyed watching football games with family, fixing everything with machine shop precision, adding a second level to their home, solving crossword puzzles, and traveling around the world with Georgann.

George is survived by his daughter Stefani J. Filak MD and wife Barbara Rice; son Blanten Filak and wife Diane Tanking; daughter Carolyn Royan and husband James Royan; and grandchildren Austin Filak, Leonie Royan, and Kai Royan. A private funeral service will be held. In lieu of flowers, gifts may be made to MIT in memory of George Albert Filak. Checks may be made payable to MIT and mailed to Memorial Gifts Office, 600 Memorial Drive, W98-500, Cambridge, MA 02139, or processed using MIT’s secure online giving website.

THE PERRY-MILLER STREIFF GROUP

Off Market Sales Propel the PerryMiller Streiff Group to #1 in North Texas

With the real estate market continuing to record low inventory throughout the Metroplex, getting in front of the good opportunities early and quickly is more critical than ever for those looking to find that sought after home. The synergistic collaboration of the 9-agent Perry-Miller Streiff Group has propelled them to the #1 ranking according to the Wall Street Journal’s Real Trends in all of North Texas by getting their clients in front of the most sought-after homes…first. Over a quarter of the homes pending or Sold by the PerryMiller Streiff Group in 2022 are off-market. 2020 was the year that The Perry-Miller Streiff Group reached a significant team milestone: #1 Medium Team in Dallas, according to Wall Street Journal and Real Trends, #2 team in Texas and #49 Team nationwide. They closed with over $169,000,000-plus in real estate sales.

Though the rankings for 2021 are not yet finalized, the Perry-Miller Streiff Group has successfully beat themselves by an incredible 83%, with $310,000,000 in sales closed in 2021. And 2022 is already looking to continue the upward trend.

The team, whose nine members include Ryan Streiff, Jason Bates, Karen Fry, Charles Gregory, Lance Hancock, Courtney Jubinsky, Jamie Kohlmann, Laura Michelle and Dave Perry-Miller, specializes in luxury homes in Preston Hollow, North Dallas, Park Cities, Lakewood, Lake Highlands and anywhere else their clients need them to be.

Contact the Perry-Miller Streiff Group today to discuss getting your property prepared for market before the highly anticipated spring selling season, or to get connected to terrific listings. Visit DPMFineHomes. com to learn more or call 214.799.1488.

BEACON HILL AT CEDAR CREEK LAKE

Work from your Lake Home

From one of the highest elevations on Cedar Creek Lake, primary and secondary homes with amazing views are going up at the luxury gated community Beacon Hill. Many of these homes are being designed with home offices in mind. Our location on the northwestern tip of the lake, only 45 minutes from Dallas, makes Beacon Hill the perfect location to work from home and commute when necessary. If building a second home, you’ll spend more time enjoying your weekend getaway as we’re 30 minutes to an hour closer than locations on the southern end of the lake. To schedule a personal tour, call 903-498-LAKE (5253) or online at www.liveatbeaconhill.com.

ALLIE BETH ALLMAN

Expert Advice: Take Your Time, and I’ll Find Your Home

While the real estate market continues to heat up in DFW, the expert agents at Allie Beth Allman & Associates suggest a simple success formula for their clients: Give us the time, and we’ll find you the right home.

The top luxury brokerage in Dallas has achieved that sweet spot needed in a market like this one, closing transactions for about as many buyer clients as seller clients. That balance means brokerage agents are finding the right homes for buyers – even when the internet searches say no homes are available.

Brokerage President Keith Conlon said what makes the team’s performance so impressive is that it’s not just the dollar figure that is up – agents closed on a recordsetting $3.8 billion in 2021.

Conlon credits Allman agents’ tenacity and their community connections for their impressive sales performance. With homes selling as quickly as they are today – and many of them changing hands via private sales – working with a well-connected agent is a must if you want to find the right home, he said.

“Now more than ever, the agent is important in a market like this,” he said.

Call if you’d like to see the brokerage’s private list of homes on the market. Visit alliebeth.com.

EBBY HALLIDAY

Ebby Halliday Companies Acquire East Texas Brokerage

The Ebby Halliday Companies have acquired Homes & Properties Realty, based in the East Texas town of Jacksonville.

“Timing is everything, and the timing of this move meets current market needs and positions our combined companies to better serve current and future residents, as well as second-home buyers and sellers, in East Texas,” says President & CEO of the Ebby Halliday Companies Chris Kelly.

Travis Mathews, Vice President of Operations, adds, “Over our 77-year history, our company has been built on strategic moves and we believe the addition of the outstanding real estate professionals of Homes & Properties Realty will help ensure our leading market position for many years to come.”

In addition to the latest and most relevant real estate technologies, as well as an integrated mortgage, title and insurance experience, agents in Ebby’s new Jacksonville office and their clients will benefit from the firm’s longtime affiliation with Leading Real Estate Companies of the World, a global network of more than 550 premier real estate brokers, and its luxury division, Luxury Portfolio International.

For more information about Ebby’s Jacksonville office, visit ebby.com.

ALLIE BETH ALLMAN

Allie Beth Allman & Associates Ranks No. 1 in Selling Estates

To find your new estate home, turn to Allie Beth Allman & Associates, the luxury real estate leader in DFW, selling more premier properties in the region than any other brokerage.

The firm’s expert agents handled $3.8 billion in transactions last year, up almost 50% over 2020. The brokerage led all residential real estate firms in the sale of homes valued at $2 million to more than $5 million. And it sold the most expensive estate in DFW in 2021, listed at $21.5 million.

“Your continued confidence and trust in Allie Beth Allman & Associates have allowed us to be the luxury leader again for 2021,” said Allie Beth Allman, executive director and founder. “We are so grateful that you have chosen our team to bring you home year after year.”

Allman agents were particularly dominant in selling the Park Cities. They sold 56% more homes in Highland Park than any other firm.

“We couldn’t achieve this success without having the best team,” said Keith Conlon, brokerage president.

Allman experts are ready to find your dream home. To learn about the brokerage’s list of exclusive private offerings, connect with an expert agent. Visit alliebeth.com.

BRIGGS FREEMAN SOTHEBY’S INTERNATIONAL REALTY

Dutch Colonial Delight

7638 Southwestern Boulevard, represented by Ralph Randall for $1,585,000.

Where classic meets cool: 7638 Southwestern Boulevard is a picture-perfect Dutch Colonial charmer in Caruth Hills. This 3,810-square-foot home comprises four bedrooms and three and a half baths — and is within the Highland Park Independent School District boundaries.

Downstairs, the center-hall floor plan includes elegant formal areas, a large den with a fireplace and built-ins, an open kitchen and a powder room. A service-hall mudroom and laundry room lead to the two-car garage. Upstairs, you’ll find four bedrooms and three full baths, with two of the bedrooms boasting en suite bathrooms.

This home was clearly designed with outdoor living in mind, as evidenced by the pool and spa, sport court, turfed lawn and screened porch with a fireplace. The fully fenced yard offers plenty of sitting areas as well as recreational space. 7638 Southwestern Boulevard is represented by Ralph Randall for $1,585,000. Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s International Realty, founded in the Park Cities in 1960, represents luxury homes, high-rises, ranches, land and commercial properties. Its briggsfreeman.com website is a cutting-edge portal featuring properties, neighborhoods, schools, virtual tours, architecture guides and more.

ALLIE BETH ALLMAN

How to Find a Home in the Park Cities

Where others might see a tough real estate market in the Park Cities, the neighborhood experts at Allie Beth Allman & Associates welcome the challenge – and they’re finding homes for buyer clients.

Highland Park and University Park have street after street lined with beautiful homes, only a few miles north of downtown Dallas. They feature some of the area’s best shops and restaurants. And maybe the most important draw for the Park Cities are its schools, which are among the best in Texas.

The brokerage, which sold more than 500 homes valued at more than $1 billion total in the Park Cities last year, can help you find a home in these acclaimed neighborhoods or a community nearby.

It might be a newly constructed home or one that never makes it to the public websites. Every week, Allie Beth Allman & Associates agents announce private listings that only they have access to.

Luxury leader Allie Beth Allman & Associates sells more homes priced at $2 million and above than any other brokerage, according to Multiple Listing Service statistics. Please call if you’d like to see our private list of luxury homes on the market. Visit alliebeth.com.

DAVE PERRY-MILLER REAL ESTATE

Voorheis Lists Spacious Home in Private School Corridor

Fall in love with the open spaces of 10405 Somerton Drive, listed by Marti Voorhies for $2,749,000.

Built by Cy Barcus in 2015, the six-bedroom, 6.1bath home on .36 acres features 12-ft. coffered ceilings, hardwood floors, solid wood doors and generously sized rooms. Not only is it sized for large families and entertaining, it’s equipped for them, too. In the gourmet kitchen are marble countertops, a large island, three ovens (plus a steam oven and microwave), an overflow pantry, catering kitchen and built-in desk.

Escape after the entertaining to the owner’s suite, with sitting area, fireplace, French doors, and a private office, also with fireplace – ideal for a cozy work-fromhome situation. Spa vibes and custom features abound in all baths. Other highlights include laundry room with two sets of washers/dryers, pool surrounded by turf, mosquito system and covered space, and private sixth bedroom with access to pool and garage.

To schedule a showing, contact Voorhies at 214870-6864 or marti@daveperrymiller.com.

Dave Perry-Miller Real Estate (dpmre.com) is a division of the Ebby Halliday Companies, a Berkshire Hathaway affiliate, with four locations that specialize in Preston Hollow, Park Cities, North Dallas, Lakewood, East Dallas, Uptown, Kessler Park and Farm & Ranch properties.