Background
Bissell, George Arthur was born on January 31, 1927 in Los Angeles, California, United States. Son of George Arthur and Ruby Zoe (Moore) Bissell.
Bissell, George Arthur was born on January 31, 1927 in Los Angeles, California, United States. Son of George Arthur and Ruby Zoe (Moore) Bissell.
Bachelor of Architecture, University of Southern California, 1953.
Partner, Bissell Company, Covina, California, 1953-1957; partner, Bissell & Durquette, American International Assurance, Pasadena, California, 1957-1961; owner, George Bissell, American International Assurance, Laguna Beach, California, 1961-1972; partner, Riley & Bissell, American International Assurance, Newport Beach, California, 1967-1972; president, Bissell/August, Inc., Newport Beach, 1972-1983; president, Bissell Architects, Inc., Newport Beach, since 1983.
Board directors Newport Center Association, 1973-1978, Lido Isle Community Association, Newport Beach, 1985-1987, Hamilton Cove Association, 1991-1992. With United States Merchant Marine, 1944-1946. Fellow American Institute of Architects (president Orange County chapter 1975, California council 1978, national board directors 1980-1983, Progressive Architect award 1974, National American Institute of Architects Honor award 1978, 98, Merit award California Council 1988, American Institute of Architects California Council Lifetime Achievement award, 2000).
Member Newport Harbor Yacht Club, Lido Isle Yacht Club.
Married Laurene Conlon, November 21, 1947. Children: Teresa Ann, Thomas Conlon, William George, Robert Anthony, Mary Catherine.