Daniel Clifton Head

daniel head

March 18, 1950 ~ September 23, 2023

Born in: Asheville, NC
Resided in: Asheville, NC

Daniel Clifton Head, 73, passed away on Saturday, September 23, 2023.

An Asheville native, Dan was a son of the late Arnold Clifton and Annie Laurie Leeson Head. He was also preceded in death by his wife of 38 years, Linda Diane Roberts Head.

Dan was a dedicated father and husband who loved traveling with his family, gospel quartet and beach music, and was always quick to provide those around him with a good laugh.

Dan retired from the Black Mountain Neuro-Medical Treatment Center where he worked for over 30 years as an Accountant/Business Manager. Mr. Head proudly served his country in the U.S. Navy.

He is survived by his daughter, Jaime Head; a brother, Arnold Head and his wife Carol; a niece, Brandi Bohanan (Brad); a nephew, Arnold Head II (Rebecca); and a special great-niece and nephew, Sydney Rheubottom and Daniel Head all located on the Outer Banks of NC.

The memorial service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday, September 29, in the chapel of Groce Funeral Home on Patton Ave. with Rev. Tim Lolley officiating. His family will receive friends at 10:00 a.m. in the chapel prior to the service. Interment will be held at 12:00 p.m. at the Western Carolina State Veterans Cemetery with Naval honors.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorials may be made to Black Mountain Center Foundation, 932 Old U.S. 70 Black Mountain, NC 28711 or charity of ones choice.

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Services

Visitation: September 29, 2023 10:00 am

Groce Funeral Home - Patton Ave.
1401 Patton Ave.
Asheville, NC 28806

(828)252-3535
http://www.grocefuneralhome.com

Memorial Service: September 29, 2023 10:30 am

Groce Funeral Home - Patton Ave.
1401 Patton Ave.
Asheville, NC 28806

(828)252-3535
http://www.grocefuneralhome.com

Burial: September 29, 2023 12:00 pm

Western Carolina State Veteran's Cemetery
962 Old US Hwy 70
Black Mountain, NC 28711

(828)669-0684

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  1. Jaime, me and Laura are so sorry for your loss. Danny was such a joy to be around. Love you and praying for you guys during this time.

  2. Sorry for your loss. Danny was a good guy. I remember when he and Mr. Head were in Siler City. Our prayers are with you all.

  3. Jaime-Thinking of you during this difficult time. Your Dad was loved by everyone. His laughter and kindness brightened a room. Always remember how much he loved you and may all your memories bring you comfort. Sending you a big hug and love.

  4. Danny was a good friend to many and always fun to be around! I bet he is on a cruise amid the stars with Margaret and Gary right now!
    Jaime and family, we have you all in our prayers.

  5. There is a special place in heaven for those who bring joy, love, luck and laughter to the lives they touch while on this earth. I know that Dan is there now looking down and smiling at us all now. Jamie your Dad was an amazing person who always saw the glass as half full, knew how to shine a positive light on a situation, and gave sound advice and help to those who needed it. I was blessed to have worked for him and to have him as my friend. I will always remember his kindness, love for all things fun, and the many stories of family and friends he had adventures with. He will be truly missed and remembered by everyone who knew and loved him.

  6. I will never forget Dan, we worked together at BMNTC for many years. He was such an incredible man, could always solve a problem at work no matter how big or small. I just loved his laid back attitude in the midst of having to deal with all the complicated processes that came along with managing the budget. We could all learn lessons from him.

  7. Jaime,

    I will be Praying for you during this very difficult time. Your Dad was so special to me.

    Danny was one of the most generous, loving, and kind person’s that I have ever known.
    I will always have my wonderful memories of my brother-in-law’s and my Sister, Linda his wife teaching me how to water ski at Lake James. He would cheerfully always say to me at the lake; “Good Morning Sunshine. Let’s Go Skiing!”
    Danny you are a Great Christian Man that will be sorely missed! Love, Gary Roberts

  8. Jamie, Dan was a very Wise man. He taught Cheryl Milner how to follow Hwy Signs…all the way to Disney World. Which was a Big Deal because she does not understand “Merge”. He taught me Cruising, which I know he Loved.
    Your Dad was a Friend…Friends stay with us Forever! Proud to share time with Dan!


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