Ebby Halliday Companies mourns for Mary Frances Burleson, who died at 87. She was a woman of faith. Her associates remembered her lifelong impact on them and the company.
Burleson had an unbreakable bond with Ebby Halliday, owner of the company. They worked for years until Halliday transitioned into the Kingdom of God in 2015.
According to an article by NBC DFW, Mary Frances Burleson had a successful career. She loved North Texas, especially Dallas-Fort Worth.
Faithful Woman
Mary Frances Burleson lived her life with God. She not only spent her time as a realtor, but she was also a disciple. Burleson was part of Park Cities Baptist Church, where she was a member.
Park Cities Baptist Church opened its doors in 1939. According to its website, Dr. George W. Truett was among the leaders who led the church in its beginning. The church developed over the years. It has gathered thousands of disciples since 1939 from up to date.
An awarded minister, Dr. Jeff Warren, is the current Senior Pastor of Park Cities Baptist Church. Pastor Warren attended several universities, including Southwestern Theological Seminary. Ebby Halliday Companies released a statement after Mary Frances Burleson died late in November.
Statement of Abby Halliday Companies
Ebby Halliday Companies recognized the leadership impact of Mary Frances Burleson. She started her tenure in the company in 1958. She worked in two positions at that time. These posts were the receptionist and a part-time secretary.
Burleson dedicated her time to the company. She became president of Ebby Halliday Companies in 1989. Then, in 2000, the honorable employee was befitted as Chief Executive Officer. Mary Frances Burleson served in the post from that year until 2020.
Her Previous Positions in the Company
Ebby Halliday Companies trusted Mary Frances Burleson in several positions. These posts she previously served were General Sales Manager and Executive Vice President.
One of its significant achievements of Burleson was opening the Richardson, Texas-based office of Ebby Halliday Companies. It was the fourth department of the company. Burleson succeeded the legacy of Ebby Halliday. She was her mentor for years. The two significant leaders of Abby Halliday Companies shared leadership for more than 50 years. Ebby Halliday was 104 when she died seven years ago.
An Animal Lover
Mary Frances Burleson was not only an award-winning realtor. She was also known for her achievements in her team Marburl Boxers. It is a group of dog owners who compete with their pets in dog show competitions.
Her husband, Rufus C. Burleson, supported her. Over 100 dogs won because of their love for them. These pets earned countless awards.
God blessed the marriage of Rufus and Mary Frances Burleson for more than 50 years. Mary Frances Burleson was an exceptional leader, Ebby Halliday Companies stated. Her friends and associates in the company survive her legacy.
About Ebby Halliday Companies
Ebby Halliday Companies began selling homes for North Texans in 1938. The first home Ebby Halliday sold was a hat. After more than 70 years, Ebby Halliday Companies developed its service to uplift lives in North Texas.
The company became a real estate company in Dallas, Texas. Ebby Halliday Companies has offices across regions in North Texas. These areas include Arlington, Allen, Flower Mound, Denton, and Irving.
