William J. Tangye, ICC Chief Executive Officer, Passes Away
"Hi, I'm Bill Tangye, and I work for Southern Building Code Congress." That's how William J. Tangye, P.E., SBCCI's CEO since 1982, began nearly every company speech he ever made. He insisted that this philosophy-that he worked for the members of this organization, not the other way around-be practiced by everyone at SBCCI. Now, however, Bill Tangye's family, his staff, and everyone who loved him will have to carry on his ideals without him. Mr. Tangye passed away on June 1, 2002. He was 57 years old.
Bill leaves behind a loving wife, Elaine B. Tangye; three sons, James Cole Tangye, William Patrick Tangye (Susan) and Benjamin McKean Tangye (Audrey); daughter, Cayce Belle Tangye; his mother, LaRue McKean; and his sister, Jeri McMillan. He also leaves behind hundreds of friends and coworkers who will miss his leadership and friendship.