Lazare Goujon
1869–1960 (age 91)
Biography
Lazare Goujon (1869–1960) pursued a long career in public service, guiding policy with an eye toward progress and social stability in Villeurbanne. Known for approachable leadership, he sought to ensure that industrial growth benefited families and workers by supporting civic projects and education.
He is remembered at the Nouveau cimetière de Villeurbanne for his pragmatism and willingness to listen, qualities that kept citizens engaged with local governance.