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Danny Filer Obituary
Danny Filer, 72, passed away on December 6th in Tallahassee where he had lived off and on since the early 1970s. Danny was born on February 16, 1939 in New York City. Over the course of his life, he lived up and down both coasts and traveled the world. Danny was a loyal friend to many, a lover of life and the arts and perhaps, most of all, a lover of daydreaming. He was a devoted father and grandfather and a great storyteller. He will be missed by his sister, Linda, his grandchildren, Rowan and Chance, his best friend, Bryan, his son, Damien, Damien's mother, Shay, and many other family members and close friends. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Big Brothers/Big Sisters of the Big Bend at 565 East Tennessee Street, Tallahassee, FL 32308. An informal gathering and celebration of Danny's life will be held on Sunday, December 11th at 11:00 a.m. at his son's house, located at 4742 Knollwood Drive. In honor of Danny, we'll probably start a few minutes late.
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Memories and Condolences
for Danny Filer
December 12, 2011
Danny was a lover by all who knew him and a friend to all. He always tried to help others and was always concerned about the people around him and those at a distance. His joy radiated into all he met and his love for life lifted me to appreciate mine. Danny will be greatly missed and our responsibility now is to continue his service opportunities to make others smile everywhere we go. No excuses, you must always do your best and smile while you are doing it. Love, Dawn Dugger Long
Dan Carbone
December 11, 2011
Danny was a beautiful person. I met him in a writing class in San Francisco in 1995 and we stayed friends ever since. He was perhaps the most nakedly honest person I have ever known. A true man of his word. He was also the greatest teller of stories. I would listen for hours to Danny telling all the strange, wonderful adventures of his life. I will miss his friendship greatly. Danny was one of a kind.
Jim VanLiere
December 10, 2011
No pretenses about Danny. From his silver shoes to his sideburns, he was a very special guy. I remember vividly some of his great stories; about jumping off high places, the fat lighter incident, apartment living in NYC as a youngster. I can hear him now with his soft spoken, well articulated, always interesting delivery of another tale. Condolences to Damien, Rowan, Chance and Shay. Danny will be missed.
Sheila Merlau
December 9, 2011
I met Danny a few times, but he was usually focused on his grandchildren when I happened to be around. I enjoyed knowing him most, vicariously through the Pentons. The many stories I heard made me wish that I too had a "Danny" to come to Sunday night dinner or to co-grandparent with.
To all who loved him: I know the absence will be huge, but I hope that time will help you to focus on the treasures that he left with you. You are most fortunate to have had such a man in your lives.
Sincerely,
Danny dancing with Sue at a 2009 milonga at Gordon Erlebacher's house
Zannah Lyle
December 9, 2011
Several years ago, Danny was part of a small group here in Tallahassee who began to learn Argentine tango. Like the rest of us, he was challenged by this dance that is both beautiful while offering endless life lessons. Danny embraced tango with joy and quiet determination. I remember his smile and gentle laugh. We miss you, Danny. Zannah
Greer Burkholder
December 9, 2011
I've known Danny since I was a teenager. I remember many insightful and entertaining conversations with him over the years. He valued life experiences over material things, and always marched to the beat of his own drummer, which I admired very much. He was curious, full of energy, and creative. He impacted many lives and will be much missed.
Manny Shargel
December 9, 2011
I met Danny when Damien was enrolled at Grassroots Free School. He was a remarkable person. Friendly, outgoing, cheerful, politically astute, energetic, and almost always smiling, enjoying being in the moment. Sincerest condolences to Damien, Danny's grandchildren and all who loved him. In our chance encounters over the decades, it was always a calm and happy meeting.
Danny at Sunday Night Dinner
April Penton
December 8, 2011
Danny was a wonderful story teller. Included in his tales were the stories of his life. True- in part- embellished- probably- entertaining- absolutely!
He was a remarkable man and will be greatly missed!
April
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