Paul Allen, co-founder of tech giant Microsoft, has passed away at age 65 due to complications from non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, his investment company announced on Monday.
Allen founded Microsoft with Bill Gates in the 1970s, helping to spearhead the deal that allowed Microsoft to purchase the Quick and Dirty Operating System, or QDOS, that subsequently paved Microsoft's way to financial success and creating their own operating system.
Allen eventually left the company but retained his founding shares, making him a billionaire when the company went public. Like many Seattle philanthropists, he became a fixture of the city's sports scene and shepherded the Seattle Seahawks to three Superbowl appearances and a win as owner.
On behalf of his family, Paul’s sister, Jody Allen, released the following statement.
“My brother was a remarkable individual on every level. While most knew Paul Allen as a technologist and philanthropist, for us he was a much loved brother and uncle, and an exceptional friend.
Paul’s family and friends were blessed to experience his wit, warmth, his generosity and deep concern. For all the demands on his schedule, there was always time for family and friends. At this time of loss and grief for us – and so many others – we are profoundly grateful for the care and concern he demonstrated every day.”
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