The connection was particularly meaningful. Dolly’s parents were deeply involved in Jewish philanthropy and were among those who helped establish the Coral Gables Jewish Center, which later became Temple Judea. Dolly continued her studies at UM after marrying. When asked what she remembers most about her graduation, she answered with a laugh: “Well, I was five months pregnant!” Dolly and Ernest (OBM) were married for 62 years and raised four children. Today, their family has grown to include 11 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren—remarkably, all of whom live in Miami. Family and community have always been closely connected in Dolly’s life. As a young family, they moved to Pinecrest and began attending Temple Beth Am, where Dolly has worshipped ever since. Dolly credits her friend Joan Getz with introducing her to the Greater Miami Jewish Federation, beginning a relationship that has spanned decades. She first met Joan back at UM, and the two ended up being neighbors in Pinecrest all those many years later. The motivation behind Dolly’s philanthropy is deeply personal. “My mother’s life was truly dedicated to Judaism,” she says. “She modeled that commitment for me.” Her mother’s example inspired Dolly to become involved with and support numerous Jewish organizations throughout her life. “The idea of Judaism is to share,” she says. “Once you have achieved, you really have to give back.” That philosophy is at the heart of Dolly’s decision to endow her
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