Jackie Mae Townsell - Irving, TX
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This City of Irving marker stands beside the "Bear Creek Community" Texas Historical Marker on the grounds of Jackie Mae Townsell Bear Creek Heritage Center in Irving.
Waymark Code: WMRPK0
Location: Texas, United States
Date Posted: 07/18/2016
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Jackie Mae Townsell has devoted her life to preserving the rich history of Bear Creek and providing a better way of life for the people who call this community home. Born April 7, 1936, Jackie Howard was 13 years old when her family moved from Dallas to a two-room house in Bear Creek. Her father, who was a major influence in her life, wanted a good place to raise his three daughters. Since then, Townsell has worked for all Irving residents to carry out her father's dream of a brighter future. She spearheaded efforts to annex Bear Creek into Iriving in 1969, thus providing much-needed city services to the rural neighborhood. Townsell was the first African-American elected to the Irving City Council, and served in this capacity from 1977 to 1995. Her leadership and peacemaking efforts, along with a deep love for people, helped bring harmony and reason to the city. Townsell's calling to help others is reflected in the countless hours given for the benefit of Irving residents. Her restaurant, Townsell's Grocery, became a popular gathering place for lunch and many neighborhood activities. Townsell has been recognized on state and national levels for her community spirit and hard work to keep the history of Bear Creek alive and the city of Irving prospering.
City of Irving
Irving Heritage Society 1995
Group that erected the marker: City of Irving and Irving Heritage Society
URL of a web site with more information about the history mentioned on the sign: [Web Link]
Address of where the marker is located. Approximate if necessary:
3925 Jackson St,
Irving, TX United States
75061
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