June 25, 2020 - Issue: Vol. 166, No. 117 — Daily Edition116th Congress (2019 - 2020) - 2nd Session

[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E569]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                   HONORING THE LIFE OF WILLIAM LYON

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                           HON. HARLEY ROUDA

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, June 25, 2020

  Mr. ROUDA. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize the life of 
William Lyon, who passed away on May 22, 2020 at the age of 97. For 50 
years, his work as a real estate magnate revolutionized the housing 
industry in both Orange County and around the country.
  In 1954, Lyon began working in construction with a 66-home project in 
Anaheim, California. Lyon foresaw the region's growth, and capitalized 
on the post-World War II economic boom. Less than a decade after his 
first construction project, he became one of the biggest names in the 
homebuilding industry. His company, William Lyon Homes, was based in 
Newport Beach. Lyon and his combined companies were responsible for 
creating by than 72,000 residential living spaces by the end of his 
career.
  Lyon's aptitude for reading the housing market and maximizing 
development opportunities in Orange County are what truly set him apart 
from his peers and justified his title as a real estate titan. Known as 
``the General'' by friends and family, his leadership and 
accomplishments sparked great change in our community.
  I ask that all Members join me in honoring the accomplished life of 
William Lyon.

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