Dallas, TX
Memorial date set for legendary Dallas restaurateur Al Biernat
Support has poured in for Dallas restaurant owner Al Biernat, who died Nov. 13, 2024 after a fast-moving battle with ALS, also called Lou Gehrig’s disease. A compassionate restaurateur for more than 50 years, Biernat will be remembered as one of Dallas’ most connected businessmen.
Biernat’s memorial is set for Dec. 2, 2024, at 10:30 a.m. at First Baptist Dallas on 1707 San Jacinto St. All are invited to celebrate his life.
Valet parking is available — a flourish that Biernat would surely appreciate.
Near the end of Biernat’s life, after ALS symptoms robbed him of the ability to speak or eat, he told The Dallas Morning News he worried about leaving behind his wife of 45 years, Jeannie Biernat, and his three children. But, he said he also felt peace.
In a series of emails to The Dallas Morning News near the end of his life, Al Biernat said his faith led him through decades of a tumultuous restaurant business.
“I had a strong belief and confidence that God was with me along the way,” Biernat said.
He repeated that mantra often.
“I have learned to trust God,” he said, ”and keep my faith in all circumstances.”
Since Biernat’s death, friends and customers have honored his legacy in a flood of Facebook posts, emails to The Dallas Morning News and messages to his family.
Former Dallas Morning News dining review contributor Michele Axley said Biernat “was a thoughtful, prayerful, blessed man loved by many.”
Forrest Peterson, a server at Al Biernat’s for 25 years, said in early 2024 that Biernat was a servant leader who taught him grit and kindness.
“The way he treats people is going to be a legacy,” Peterson said.
One of the most succinct remembrances of Biernat comes from Brad Fuller, general manager of Al Biernat’s steakhouse and Biernat’s nephew. Uncle Al, as Fuller called him, had a big heart.
“Al has a special way of making everyone think they are the most important person in the room,” Fuller said.
Biernat’s family is gathering messages, stories and photos from friends and customers. Email FriendofAl@albiernats.com or write to 4217 Oak Lawn Ave., Dallas, TX, 75219, c/o Al Biernat’s Personal.
Biernat’s celebration of life is Dec. 2, 2024 at 10:30 a.m. at First Baptist Dallas, 1707 San Jacinto St., Dallas. Contact frontdesk@albiernats.com with questions.
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DALLAS – Dallas police need a name for a dangerous robber who pulled a gun on a 7-Eleven clerk and walked out with the cash register drawer.
He was caught on camera. But it’s been six months, and he’s still at large.
7-Eleven Robberies
What we know:
The robbery in question happened on Jan. 13 around 10:30 p.m. at the store at 302 North Marsalis Avenue.
A Black male who is about 5 feet 8 inches tall and about 170 to 180 pounds walked in and waited until no other customers were inside.
“After it’s empty, he displays a handgun and points it at the cashier,” said Det. Eduardo Lopez Villa. “I don’t know what he said. He just demanded the cash from the cash register.”
Det. Villa said the suspect took the whole cash register drawer before fleeing eastbound on foot on 8th Street.
What you can do:
The detective believes anyone who knows the suspect will be able to recognize him.
“Yes, most definitely based on the video and the screenshot. If you know him, you’ll recognize him,” he said.
Tipsters can call or text Det. Villa at 469-755-8445.
“I need his information so I can talk to him about this incident,” he said.
FOX 4’s Trackdown
You can watch Shaun Rabb’s Trackdown series every Wednesday on FOX 4. Episodes are also posted weekly online, on YouTube and on FOX Local.
FOX 4 viewers have now helped to make 220 arrests.
The Source: The information in this story comes from Dallas Police Det. Eduardo Lopez Villa.
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