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Theodore Strauss Obituary
Mr. Strauss co-founded Susan Crane Packaging Inc., a high-end gift-wrap and packaging company in 1951. In 1975, he led a group of investors, including Marcus, in opening United National Bank in the historic downtown Kirby Building. Houston-based First City Bancorporation, one of the state's largest bank holding companies, bought the Dallas bank in 1980 and used it to build its North Texas banking network.
Mr. Strauss served as chairman of First City Bank of Dallas until 1985, when the holding company and its banks succumbed to the statewide financial debacle. He joined left commercial banking Bear Stearns & Co. as senior managing director of its Dallas office.
In 1998, at 73, Mr. Strauss helped organize Dallas-based Texas Capital Bancshares Inc., serving as chairman of the executive committee But he stayed on at Bear Stearns, which he once called his "last watering hole."
His death came just six months after that of his older brother, Robert "Bob" Strauss, the colorful Dallas lawyer who was one of the nation's top political figures. Ted Strauss' first wife, Annette, was Dallas' first elected woman mayor. She died in 1998, after 52 years of marriage.
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Joyce Brooks
September 5, 2015
To The Family Of Theodore H. Straus,
Wanted To Send My Thoughts And Prayers You Guys Way During This Difficult Time Really Hope You Guys Get The Encouragment And Support You Need Hope John 5:23,24 Give You Guys Some Help.
September 17, 2014
My sympathy and condolences in the loss of Ted Strauss --- distinguished citizen of Dallas, an enviously successful business man, and philanthropist benefitting of this City. He was a special friend and I will miss him.
George R. Schrader
Former City Manager
City of Dallas
glenda garrett-fuller
September 12, 2014
Nancy, we are in prayer for you and your family. I remember the Family Gateway days as Administrative Assistant. Your entire family is a great example of what "love" is.
Glenda
Vicki Rothschild
September 9, 2014
Nancy, my heart is breaking for you & Susie because you both lost your fathers. Please know that my thoughts & prayers will be with you FOREVER!!!
Larry & Mary Ackels
September 8, 2014
A Mighty Oak Has Fallen! Ted Strauss was an icon in our community. He worked behind the scenes for the betterment of all. And he never stopped fighting the good fight. May our Heavenly Father ease your grief and leave on the cherished memories of his loving ways, and may he rest in peace. Larry & Mary Ackels and The Ackels Family
Bill Melton
September 6, 2014
Ted Strauss - a true gentleman and leader!
May God Bless Ted and the Family.
Nancy Max
September 5, 2014
My dear "Mr, Strauss" or as you so fondly requested, just call me Ted. Although we only worked together a short time, you taught me more about banking in one year than I ever dreamed possible. I will treasure fondly my memory of the day you interviewed me. You threw every politically incorrect question at me possible and I answered everything as boldly and politically incorrect right back. When you asked me if I had any banking experience, I said, actually, I dated a Bank President once! You laughed so hard and said you're hired. I need someone who can answer the tough questions our clients throw at us every day. I can teach you everything you need to know about banking....and thus, a great friendship was born. I will never forget you! RIP.
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