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TISHMAN, DONALD HOWARD Legendary Real Estate Developer, died at age 86. Survived by his wife Jill Tishman, Pleasanton, CA; his daughter Victoria Tishman Kamerzell and their two daughters Sofia and Olivia. Donald Tishman was born a poor, Jewish kid from the Bronx but died a legendary real estate developer, philanthropist and democratic fundraiser. He died near his home in Pleasanton, California at age 86. Mr. Tishman became known for his innovative approach to real estate development. His landmark project, Zocalo Santa Fe, designed by world-renowned architect Ricardo Legorretta made iconic design affordable and challenged architectural conventions. During his tenure as a real estate developer, Don Tishman built more than 40,000 multi-family dwellings. He built low-income housing in good neighborhoods with top-notch public schools. Mr. Tishman described his childhood growing up in dilapidated apartments as his inspiration for becoming a real estate developer. Never one to shy away from controversy, Mr. Tishman was active in Democratic politics from an early age. He was Chairman of the Young Democrats and went on to run John F. Kennedy's Presidential Campaign in Ohio. A generous philanthropist to democratic campaigns, educational institutions and the needy, Mr. Tishman was honored for his philanthropic work by the Christian Brothers who donned him an honorary member. Mr. Tishman respected the Christian Brothers' educational mission and enjoyed being jokingly referred to as their first Jewish member. Donald Howard Tishman was a WWII veteran, compassionate advocate, loving father and beyond all: a fighter. Even while battling cancer, Mr. Tishman raised money for local veterans from his hospital bed. At his request, Donald Tishman will not have a memorial service. Donations can be made in lieu of flowers to RAVE, his last charity: www.livermore-rotary.org
        Published on: Wed June 05, 2013