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Dan Plant Obituary
Tempe - Dan Plant passed away on December 19, 2019 at age 58. He was born in Tempe, Arizona on April 26, 1961.
Dan was a gifted athlete from a young age. He was an All-American and National diving Champion. He attended Coronado High School in Scottsdale, where he won 3 Arizona high school diving championships. Dan won 3 PAC 10 Diving Championships before he graduated from ASU in Tempe.
He became an award winning professional diver and entertained crowds in China, Germany, Hawaii, Mexico and many USA states. Dan performed from heights of 110 feet or more.
Dan is survived by his parents, Harvey and June Plant. We wish to thank the first responders, the John C. Lincoln Hospital emergency ward, the exceptional ICU ward, social workers and Hospice of the Valley. They all demonstrated great skill and compassion.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Dan's name to: Southwest Wildlife Conservation Center, Pmb #115, 8711 E. Pinnacle Peak, Scottsdale Arizona 85255 or online at www.southwestwildlife.org.
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A. B.
February 19, 2023
My condolences. I knew Danny from Coronado. Fantastic diver.
Barry Finnerty
December 31, 2022
This is very late and sad to learn. I took diving lessons from Coach Plant when I was 12 years old. I trained with Dan who was my same age at the time. I did not stick with diving after the summer. I remember how great Dan was even back then. Deepest condolences to Harvey and June Plant.
Rosie from Germany
April 4, 2021
I loved you so much and you made me always laughing...Rest inPeace Dan...miss you
Rosie from Germany
Jamie munson
January 29, 2021
I miss you Dan very much. Jamie
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Nancy Gardea
August 24, 2020
My Danny Boy, I tried so many times to find you and even though I was not meant to be in your life , you were and will always be in my heart.
Floyd Deatrick
February 5, 2020
Dan i miss you very much things have gone out of control since youve been gone you were like a brother to me I love ya bro i miss having you around thank you for looking after me when i was down and out you didnt think twice you just took care of me thank you.
Adele Laurent
January 22, 2020
Such a great loss! Dan had such a charismatic smile, just speaking his name makes me think of that smile. Dan's talents were the very best in the sport and this is truly a great loss to our diving family. He will always be remembered by us all by that smile, the talent and his ability to make us all laugh! We've lost you much too young, you are missed! RIP Dan Plant...
Stormy Stephens
January 11, 2020
We're going to miss Dan so much we love you and will cherish every moment we had with you Dan, you were so funny and full of opinions with all the memories you gave us we will cherish them forever. You are forever in our hearts. We love you.
Sincerely,
Jamie,Stormy.
Jamie & Floyd
Bruce Silver Boccia
December 31, 2019
My prayers and my heart go out to Dan and his family during this difficult time. May God bless you all and now Dan is an angel in heaven looking down on all of you protecting you and loving you, amen
Angie Taylor
December 30, 2019
This photo is SO old! I was going through pictures about a week ago and found it. I spent many hours in the Plants backyard diving with Danny and my little sister Jana. I loved hearing about Danny's diving success over the years. He was so good and made it look so easy. You might notice I was usually along for the ride while Danny and Jana won the medals! Rest In Peace Danny.
Dan on stage at Great A.
Heidi Pascoe
December 30, 2019
Diving in Acapulco.
Heidi Pascoe
December 30, 2019
My deepest condolences to his parents & family.
Dan helped mould me into the person I am today. Without his guidance & knowledge, I wouldn't be where I am today.
He was talented, kind, funny, and always made me laugh. We did high diving shows together, trained together, competed together.
I loved that man. He was one of a kind and the world is a darker place without him in it.
Rick Curtis
December 29, 2019
Our thoughts and prayers are with you Coach Plant and June. We are so sorry for your loss. Coach Plant was my high school gymnastic coach at Coronado in the late 60's and Dan would come to some of our meets and tumble with us. My mother was also Dan's second grade teacher at Hohokam. Would love to hear from you Coach when you have the time. God Bless you and June. Rick and Connie Curtis (e-mail is [email protected])
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Sue Rowe
December 29, 2019
Charismatic...Funny...Dedicated...Talented - just a few words to describe the man everyone loved and idolized! Dan, you were not only a mentor to so many, but a friend who encouraged all to come out of their comfort zone no matter what.
Thank you Dan for the memories...because I knew you, I have been changed for good.
Jimmy Adams
December 29, 2019
One of the best high divers in history. I'm glad to call him a best friend and a mentor. R.I.P Buddy. Love You!
Joe Slezak
December 29, 2019
Dan was my hero growing up in the AZ competitive diving world. He was a talented gifted athlete and a lot of fun to be around. Im sad that he is gone but thankful that I had the privilege of knowing him. God bless you Harvey and June.
Corey and Dawn Johnson
December 29, 2019
We remember Dan as a talented, handsome young man with such a bright future. Our condolences and most heartfelt sympathy to family and friends. May you now Rest In Peace Dan.
Danny Cosmo
December 29, 2019
Rest In Peace my Friend you made my time in Hong Kong so much Fun!! I will always remember your laugh and smile and remember the first time we met in Hawaii!
My Love and Prayers to Family and Friends and I Ask my Lord to be with his parents and friends and give them comfort.
Cindy Graf
December 29, 2019
I worked with Dan at a diving show in Pennsylvania. He was very kind and sweet. He was also an amazing athlete and performer . I know you must have been very proud of him. My heartfelt sympathies go out to you both for the loss of your son.
December 28, 2019
My condolences are extended as you mourn the loss of your dear loved one. May you find comfort and strength to cope during this trying time. (Psalm 90:10)
Linda and Bill
December 28, 2019
So sorry for your loss, June and Harvey. Dan was very special.
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