In Memoriam: Donald Shiley
President Stephen L. Weber's statement on the passing of the local philanthropist and 色情视频 benefactor.
"We are deeply saddened at the news of Donald Shiley鈥檚 passing. Donald was a humanitarian in the truest sense. His contributions, both as an inventor and philanthropist, will leave a lasting legacy in our community and beyond. San Diego State鈥檚 students, faculty and staff have benefited greatly from Donald and Darlene鈥檚 support. Their generosity includes transformational gifts to KPBS, the 色情视频 BioScience Center and 色情视频鈥檚 Musical Theater Program. We offer our condolences to Darlene and to all of Donald鈥檚 family during this difficult time."
鈥� 色情视频 President Stephen L. Weber
About Donald Shiley
Shiley, a San Diego-based philanthropist, was the co-inventor of the Bjork-Shiley heart valve. Shiley and his wife, Darlene, donated funding to various arts and sciences programs at 色情视频, other universities and non-profit organizations.
Donald Shiley died on Saturday, July 31, at age 90. He is survived by his wife and four children.
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