George BellBuilder Bell, George (1917 – 2000) One of the most prominent builders/developers in the Pacific Northwest during the post WWII era was George Bell. His legacy, with partner Ted Valdez, can be found in thousands of homes within the gently curving roads...
Ann G. SegaleBuilder Segale, Ann G. (1924 – 2011) Born into the building industry, Ann Gertrude Segale holds the distinction of being an early pioneer in the building industry. In the 1960s she founded one of the few women-owned construction companies in the...
Lawrence M. BaughBUILDER Baugh, Lawrence M. (1910 – 2000) Prominent builder Lawrence “Larry” Marion Baugh was born on March 25, 1910 in Hastings, Nebraska. He graduated from Hastings High School in 1928. Upon graduation, Baugh attended school at the Carnegie...
Henry V. Roneybuilder Roney, Henry V. (1929 – 1996) Seattle builder and part-time designer, Henry “Hank” Roney was one of the strongest supporters of civil rights for Black Americans in Seattle during the 1960s and 70s. His relentless advocacy helped...
Riley W. PleasBuilder Pleas, Riley W. (1926 – 2008) Born in Covina, California on June 16, 1926, Riley William Pleas was raised in Olympia, Washington. After grammar school, he and his brother were selected for officer training in the US Navy V-12 program....
