Dr. Shallenberger worked for the US Fish and Wildlife Service and the Nature Conservancy. He was a staunch advocate for the preservation of Hawaii's natural resources.
He is survived by his wife Annarie (Meyer) Shallenberger of Kamuela; three children: Jefferson Shallenberger of Portland Oregon, Jill Shallenberger of Sacramento, California, and Matthew Shallenberger of Altedena, California and two grandchildren, Ruby Price of Seattle, Washington and Bruna Shallenberger of Altedena.
Memorial services will be private.