[Congressional Record Volume 161, Number 24 (Thursday, February 12, 2015)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E205]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                       TRIBUTE TO DOUGLAS MAGNON

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                            HON. KEN CALVERT

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, February 12, 2015

  Mr. CALVERT. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor and pay tribute to 
the remarkable Douglas Magnon who passed away on Wednesday, February 4, 
2015 in California. Doug was a pillar of the community in Riverside, 
California and he will be deeply missed.
  Doug was a man of many passions, most notably was for motor racing. 
Sparked early on in his childhood through accompanying his father, 
Raymond, to races at the Riverside International Raceway, Doug was 
inspired to launch the Riverside International Automotive Museum. By 
means of his active leadership and profound knowledge of automobiles, 
the museum quickly received resounding support from the greater racing 
community that still continues today. The Riverside International 
Automotive Museum is one of the most highly regarding racing 
collections in Northern America with its extensive collection of 
unmatched artifacts and materials from throughout racing history. 
However, Doug did not stop there. In 2013, with the support and 
partnership of friend Paul Kinsella, the two opened up Newport Italian, 
a motorcycle dealership specializing in Vespa, Moto Guzzi and Aprilla.
  When not hitting high speeds, Doug could often be found honing his 
culinary skills and sharing his Italian recipes with the community. In 
2012, Doug and his sister opened the family restaurant Magnone 
Trattoria & Market, for which Doug not only created the menus, but also 
served as executive chef.
  As an avid supporter of the Riverside community, Doug also freely 
gave his time and talents to many local organizations such as the 
Riverside County Philharmonic and the University of California, 
Riverside. In addition to serving as a mentor to young and aspiring 
individuals, Doug would often inspire anyone he crossed paths through 
his generous heart and unabashed enthusiasm for life.
  Doug was the loving husband to Evonne, son to Raymond and Elaine, 
brother to Deanna, Cheryl, Patti and Ryan, and devoted uncle to many 
nieces and nephews. On Sunday, February 15, 2015, a memorial service 
celebrating Doug's extraordinary life will be held. Doug will always be 
remembered for his incredible contributions to business, his work 
ethic, generosity, and love of family. The way in which Doug lived his 
life should serve as reminder to others that the power of an individual 
with drive, perseverance and a strong work-ethic can do great things. 
His dedication to his work, family and community are a testament to a 
life lived well and a legacy that will continue. I extend my 
condolences to Doug's family and friends; although Doug may be gone, 
the light and goodness he brought to the world remains and will never 
be forgotten.

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