[Congressional Record Volume 167, Number 220 (Thursday, December 23, 2021)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1393]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




         HONORING THE LIFE AND SERVICE OF MARYAM ANSARI MEHRAN

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                          HON. MARK DeSAULNIER

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, December 23, 2021

  Mr. DeSAULNIER. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize the life and 
service of Maryam Ansari Mehran.
  Maryam Ansari Mehran was born in Tehran, Iran in 1922 to Monavar and 
General Mahmoud Ansari. Maryam graduated from the American College in 
Tehran and shortly after married Masud Mehran. The couple then decided 
to come to the United States in pursuit of new opportunities. Maryam 
and Masud arrived in New York City in 1943 and later moved to 
California.
  Maryam's entrepreneurial spirit was evident to all who knew her. In 
1951, Maryam and Masud founded Sunset Development Company. The company 
was responsible for the development of more than one third of homes in 
Livermore, California. Maryam was also very interested in design. She 
graduated from the Rudolph Schaeffer School of Design and went on to 
start a custom clothing business.
  In her personal life, Maryam was also deeply passionate about her 
community. She was a strong supporter of the Contra Costa Food Bank, 
helping those in need. Her love for her family was also clear. She 
enjoyed tending her garden for her family to enjoy.
  Sadly, Maryam passed away in November of this year. Maryam is 
survived by her son Alex, her granddaughters Diana, Lacey and Annabel, 
her grandsons Mark, Rawley and Alexander and eleven great grandchildren 
She was a cherished member of our community and will be remembered for 
her intelligence, compassion, and perseverance. Please join me in 
honoring Maryam for her many contributions to our community.

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