In Memoriam: Donald Shiley
President Stephen L. Weber's statement on the passing of the local philanthropist and °®¶¹´«Ã½ benefactor.
"We are deeply saddened at the news of Donald Shiley’s 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’s students, faculty and staff have benefited greatly from Donald and Darlene’s support. Their generosity includes transformational gifts to KPBS, the °®¶¹´«Ã½ BioScience Center and °®¶¹´«Ã½â€™s Musical Theater Program. We offer our condolences to Darlene and to all of Donald’s family during this difficult time."
– °®¶¹´«Ã½ 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 °®¶¹´«Ã½, 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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