Obituary

1942 - 08/23/2022

August 23rd, 2022, Joan (Joanie) Marie Jacomini Crosswell passed on to the spiritual realm of angels, at last in her eternal home. A life so well-lived. She departed the way she had taught her family to live - with grace, dignity and joy. A precious gift. Joanie loved and cherished EVERY person in her beautiful life. Mark Twain said, “Putting grief into words is futile. And trying to do so would bankrupt the vocabulary of all languages.” While Joanie’s departure has brought grief, her infectious joy remains with us to comfort our hearts and ease our pain.

Joanie was born in Los Angeles, California. Her family later moved to Houston, Texas, where she spent most of her childhood. She graduated from The Kinkaid School before leaving home for Marymount University in Arlington, Virginia. Not long after her time at Marymount, Joanie, determined to return to the state she so loved, enrolled at the University of Texas at Austin in the fall of 1962. She was a Kappa Alpha Theta at UT and loved, and was beloved by, her sorority sisters. After her time in Austin, Joanie married Henry Markley Crosswell, III and returned to Houston. Their marriage brought together the Jacominis and Crosswells, and the fun and love from the union of these families has grown and multiplied over the years.

Joanie was brave and bold, never shying away from a new path or new direction. Joanie would eventually resettle in Dripping Springs, Texas, where she would raise her children and reside for the remainder of her life. Joanie restored a classical revival home that is a living testament to her talent, beauty and care. Joanie’s peace and calm radiate throughout the home that she so deeply loved and cared for.

There is a strong social pull toward external measures - following a path others have paved, whether one enjoys it or not. The brave of us are true to our unique call, to being independent, to doing what brings us peace and happiness and being with the people who bring us true joy. Our Joanie followed her heart, and the result has been a contagious joy that has spread to all who have had the pleasure to have known her. Joanie’s loss leaves a massive void, as her life and love were ever expanding. Her love, and the love for her, is so palpable you can quite literally feel it in your heart. The honor that we all feel to have been her grandchildren, children and friends is even more indescribable. Joanie, “Grandmommy”, was kindhearted, selfless, lively, vibrant, hilarious and charming. Truly there has never been nor will there ever be anyone quite like her.

Her natural beauty was not only on the outside, but always brightly shining from within. Anyone who knew her was immensely impacted by being in her presence, hearing her laugh, receiving her hugs and the magic she so effortlessly displayed. Her smile could brighten a room and her dance moves brought laughter. She held a space of warmth and acceptance to each person she met. In her final days she remained utterly joyful, brave and gentle. When Uncle Tom visited, she asked him, “Did you bring your helicopter? Let’s get out of here...”. Indeed, she did fly away bravely and beautifully. Her final words spoken to a grandchild were, “I feel peace, so much peace”. At last, she is in the loving arms of the Prince of Peace.

There is a piece of Joanie in every drop of rain, gust of wind, every laugh, every hug - her presence is eternal. There is a piece of her in each of us who loved her, and we are all better people because of it. When the reunion comes, we will dance, do puzzles, bake fudge pie, work in the yard, play with the dogs, listen to John Denver, all while smelling like Chanel No. 5 (she will be in her pearls for eternity). Until we meet again, we will cherish every moment we had with her. Frank Ostaseski says that the two most important questions people ask him before death are: Am I loved? And Did I love well? The answers for Joanie are without measure - she was loved infinitely and to be loved by Joanie was to be loved like none other.

She is preceded in death by her parents she so adored, Victor Virgil Jacomini and Katherine Thomas Jacomini. She is survived by her best friend and big brother Thomas (Tommy) Paul Jacomini, who lovingly called his little sister, “Kid”. She is also survived by her five children and their spouses, whom she so cherished: Katherine Crosswell, Mark and Liz Crosswell, Victor and Flora Crosswell, Lissie and Wayne McCullough, and Peter and Holly Crosswell. She is survived also by her 14 grandchildren who adored their “Grandmommy” beyond description.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Patriots’ Hall of Dripping Springs, https://patriotshall. org. *Please select, “Dedicate my donation in honor or memory of Joanie Crosswell”.

We will see you soon, “We love you with all of our hearts”. You are our eternal sunshine.

My Eternal Sunshine Your life was measured in smiles, crystals and Grandmommy kisses You laughed, danced, and fulfilled the daisy bush wishes. My Eternal Sunshine You changed the ground you stood on. You lived in the eternal Springs never doubting the beauty and struggle that life brings.

My Eternal Sunshine Joy was your gift; laughter was your language, and your soul was made of pixie dust gold. Your love was relentless, your smile contagious and your spirit was beautifully bold. My Eternal Sunshine Feathers, elephants, beads, and a charm... the work of a mother that protected her children from harm. My Eternal Sunshine It was a Country Road that took you home. Our memories gathered around you. We felt your love and we knew... heaven was open, wholeness is here, the world will never forget you as your path was so clear. You are the Eternal Sunshine (Wayne C. McCullough)

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LENTZ LANDSCAPE LIGHTING

Upgrade Older Homes’ Lighting While Maintaining Vintage Charm

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Dallas, TX— Many people find buying and restoring older homes a great investment as well as a worthwhile endeavor. The challenge is often how you maintain the classic features of the home, while upgrading for better efficiency and safety. This also applies to outdoor and indoor lighting.

Often homes in older neighborhoods feature wonderful vintage lighting fixtures inside and outside the property. Due to the age of the systems, homeowners eventually confront the decision to either replace the whole system, or upgrade their existing system. Richard Lentz, owner of Lentz Landscape Lighting, says he gets these requests quite often. “We were recently called out to this amazing home featuring Mid-Century Modern outdoor light fixtures throughout the entire property. We were able to maintain the historical integrity of these vintage fixtures and upgrade them with highly efficient LED technology,” Lentz commented. “We are expertly trained in knowing how to balance warm and cool LED lights to present a soft, natural atmosphere as you take an evening stroll around your outdoor spaces.” He adds, “Upgrading to LED also provides cost savings for many years to come.”

Updating vintage indoor light fixtures provide the same benefits, so before replacing light fixtures in an historic or older home, consider upgrading to maintain the timely, distinctive features of a home filled with history.

To find out more information about upgrading exterior and indoor lighting, contact Lentz Landscape Lighting @ 972-241-0622 or go to their website www. lentzlighting.com.

ALLIE BETH ALLMAN

Extraordinary Homes Available in University Park

New listings in University Park, such as 2920 Daniel Ave., provide room to grow.

If you are ready to move up to a home that is served by some of the best schools in Texas, talk with an expert at Allie Beth Allman & Associates about planning the sale of your home and moving into University Park.

New listings in University Park come on the market each week, either as public listings or private sales.

Check out the charming home at 2920 Daniel Ave. The three-bedroom home, built on a 215-foot-deep lot, has spot-on features including and a wet bar with an ice maker and wine refrigerator, ready for weekend revelry.

Music to your ears: This home is move-in ready. The six-bedroom, brick home at 2815 Amherst Ave. has a flexible floor plan and includes a study on the first level.

Open the front door of the five-bedroom home at 3320 Westminster Ave. and expect to be wowed by the tall ceilings and four comfortable living areas. Extensively remodeled, the kitchen is well equipped to handle any crowd that drops in to watch football or celebrate the holidays.

The three-story home at 3411 Granada Ave. has five bedrooms in more than 3,000 square feet and a private, enclosed patio. The primary bedroom features dual vanities and a large walk-in closet.

THE PERRY-MILLER STREIFF GROUP

An Experienced Agent is Key for Spring Market

Ranked #1 in Dallas, #2 in Texas, and #27 in the country for medium-sized teams by RealTrends The Thousand (as featured in The Wall Street Journal).

The Perry-Miller Streiff group is excited about the opportunity to serve our clients in this new and changing market. Inventory levels are increasing and we are seeing more price reductions and longer wait times on the market. We are reaching out to all our clients and prospective customers as we feel this is a critical time for sellers to leverage the most expert guidance in preparing one’s home, while capitalizing on historically high comps.

We will use our knowledge and experience to guide you through pricing, staging and preparation so that we bring your home to the market with the best photos, most attractive staging, and careful timing to create a superlative presentation resulting in a turnkey product offered to this market’s most discerning buyer’s and igniting in them the strongest possible sense of urgency.

With the shifting market conditions and uncertainty about the direction of the economy, this is a crucial time to employ experienced agents who will implement their time-tested wisdom and hands-on professional approach to council their clients on every detail of the transaction.

Buyers are looking for properties that are competitively priced, tastefully staged, beautifully photographed, and with the total marketing effort unfurled with the most strategic timing. So, the Perry-Miller Streiff group is now accepting submissions for homes to be listed in the Spring of 2023. Please call us for a review of your property and to schedule an appointment so we can begin putting together a successful strategy for getting your home expertly marketed and sold.

Contact the Perry-Miller Streiff Group at 214.799.1488 or visit DPMFineHomes.com.

ALLIE BETH ALLMAN New Listings Announced in Highland Park

Backing up to the Katy Trail, 4800 Abbott Ave. offers exquisite living in Highland Park.

The agents at Allie Beth Allman & Associates have the experience you need to find your dream home in Highland Park. Allie Beth Allman & Associates sells more in Highland Park and University Park than any other brokerage, according to the Multiple Listing Service.

Explore these residences currently available, and trust the leader to deliver the deal, whether you’re buying or selling.

The four-bedroom home at 4800 Abbott Ave. is an exceptional combination of modern design and exquisite finishes. The meticulously maintained home features wood floors throughout, an acrylic modern staircase and a contemporary, black granite fireplace. The property backs up to the Katy Trail.

In the heart of Highland Park, 3717 Maplewood Ave. sits on a heavily treed lot on one of the most coveted blocks in the neighborhood. The rare, one-story, four-bedroom masterpiece was designed by architects James Pratt E.G. Hamilton and built by Sebastian.

Nearby at 4601 Lorraine Ave., the West Highland Park residence combines the charm of the past with today’s style and conveniences. Complete with updates on the inside, such as new fixtures and water heaters, and on the outside, such as repainted exterior wood trim and new gutters, the home sits on a beautifully landscaped lot.

BRIGGS FREEMAN SOTHEBY’S INTERNATIONAL REALTY

English Eclectic in Volk Estates

7037 Turtle Creek Boulevard, represented by Jeanne Shelton and Doug Shelton for $14,600,000.

Unavailable for more than 50 years, 7037 Turtle Creek Boulevard is the definition of a once-in-alifetime opportunity. In University Park’s esteemed Volk Estates, this 1939 English Eclectic has been masterfully preserved and expanded by noted architects Wilson Fuqua and Wilson McClure. The iconic residence features handpoured terrazzo floors, fireplaces with antique mantels, custom ironwork, a private office and an elevator.

Spanning 11,955 square feet, the home comprises six en suite bedrooms and four half baths. The second-floor primary suite includes a sitting area, two baths, two closets and a balcony, while an apartment over the three-car garage is ideal for guests.

Outdoors? An elegant paradise — it could be the scene of a Slim Aarons photo shoot! — with verandas, majestic trees, two fountains and an outdoor fireplace. And at a generous .88 acres, the property offers both privacy and comfort. 7037 Turtle Creek Boulevard is represented by Jeanne Shelton and Doug Shelton for $14,600,000. 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.

DAVE PERRY-MILLER REAL ESTATE

Ranch Opportunity 1.5 Hours From Dallas

This fantastic recreational ranch on 415 diverse acres in Montague County is less than 1.5 hours northwest of Dallas. Outdoor enthusiasts will be in hog heaven. Offered for $4,950,000 by Brian Smith with Country Connection, this ranch at 000 Alamo Road (000alamo.daveperrymiller.com) has it all. Deer, turkey, waterfowl, hogs and a 17-acre trophy fishing lake stocked with bass, bluegill, crappie and catfish and two floating docks. And then there are the miles of trails through the woods to explore. Weekends will never be the same!

Two large supplemental food plots are available for wildlife. For cattle, there are over 110 acres of coastal Bermuda and native grasses producing 100-120 round bales. There is also a loafing shed and a good set of pens. The elevated homesite overlooks the lake, and includes a 520-foot water well (100gpm) and 3-phase electric. The ranch has agricultural and wildlife tax exemptions of $445 per year. NOTE: Part of property is also in the Montague ISD. Come take a look!

To schedule a showing, contact Smith at 972.588.8300 or brian@ countryconnection.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.

ALLIE BETH ALLMAN

Texas Still a Sellers’ Market

The transitional home at 3600 Armstrong Ave. in Old Highland Park is offered by Alex Perry.

As the real estate environment continues to normalize from the pandemic frenzy, the art of selling and buying in this market needs a critical and analytical approach.

Only an agent who understands the realities of the market can set expectations to make sure the deal closes.

The experts with the luxury leader in DFW, Allie Beth Allman & Associates, can guide both sellers and buyers through the transitioning market, helping to sell your home for the highest price or find your perfect next home.

Here’s a look at some homes currently represented by the brokerage.

The extraordinary estate at 10540 Lennox Lane sits in the heart of Preston Hollow’s Strait Lane corridor. Beyond the resortworthy pool, spa and large cabana, you’ll find a two-hole regulation golf course, complete with sand traps and water features.

At 4321 Windsor Parkway in University Park, the kitchen’s floorto-ceiling cabinetry and furnituregrade center island set the stage for party prep, while expansive outdoor living space can handle any size party.

Allie Beth Allman & Associates leads in the sale of homes priced at $2 million and higher in Dallas County and in DFW. Call to connect with an expert agent: https://www.alliebeth. com/associates/int.