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Daniel Liff Obituary
Santa Barbara, CA
Daniel John Liff, age 56, died peacefully at home in Santa Barbara, California on June 27, 2015.
Born in Nashville, Daniel was predeceased by his parents, Nina and Noah Liff. He is survived by siblings, Jan Abby Liff and Adam J. Liff; nieces and nephew, Emily Hauber, Natalie Liff and Jonathan Liff.
Known for his sincerity and clever sense of humor, Daniel was a non-ferrous metals buyer for many years in his family's business Steiner-Liff Iron and Metal Company. Prior to the metals business, Daniel was a chef in numerous four and five star restaurants. He was a 1979 graduate of the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, NY. He also graduated from Ensworth School, White Mountain School, and National Outdoor Leadership School.
Daniel was a sensitive soul who always marched to the beat of his own drummer. He was creative and artistic with an amazing attitude of gratitude and generosity. He loved his God, his family and his country. Daniel was delighted by nature, cooking, art, Jerry Garcia & the Grateful Dead, German cars, rock 'n roll, college & professional sports, and his cats. Daniel was a proud member of Congregation B'nai Brith and of the Coral Casino Swim Club in Santa Barbara, California.
Memorial contributions may be sent to Congregation Sherith Israel, 3600 West End Ave, Nashville, TN, 37205 or a charity of one's choice. Arrangements for Interment in Nashville will be announced soon.
Daniel will be fondly remembered as a wonderful man, son, husband, brother, and friend. May he rest in peace.
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Memories and Condolences
for Daniel Liff
Elizabeth
June 28, 2025
Always in my heart and prayers
Beverly Jacobson-Schler
June 28, 2024
Still hard to wrap my heart around the idea of you being gone... going to see Dead & Co for the 2nd time at Sphere on 7/4... rock on in the big taping section in heaven
The Laconia Kid
June 28, 2024
Nine years gone but not forgotten brother. Those that knew you loved you and we truly miss you
Beverly Jacobson
June 28, 2023
Danny
Sweet memories are always savored.
Sending loving prayers to all who cared so deeply for you.
Warmly
Beverly
Elizabeth
June 28, 2022
Always in my prayers
Beverly Jacobson-Schler
June 28, 2022
Hard to believe it´s been seven years. You are truly missed.
Douglas Lamarre
June 28, 2020
think of your often and the good times we had enjoying the music of the Grateful Dead. We miss you brother more than anyone can know. Peace
Beverly Jacobson-Schler
June 28, 2020
still have you in my heart, five years on... gone but never forgotten... youre a great guy, Dano
deanna bryant
July 13, 2015
I had the privilege of knowing Daniel and sharing great food, great music and lots of laughs. He was a beautiful person with a heart of gold. I will miss you my friend and know that you are rockin out to some great music on a killer sound system. RIP You will be missed.
deanna bryant
July 13, 2015
I had the privilege of knowing Daniel and sharing great food, music and laughs.
He was a beautiful person with a heart of gold. I will miss him but know that he is rockin out to some great music on a killer sound system! RIP my dear friend. You will be sorely missed.
deanna bryant
July 13, 2015
i was privileged to know Daniel and enjoy great times, music & laughs. He was a beautiful person with a heart of gold. i will miss him but know he is rocking to some great music with a killer sound system! RIP my dear friend
Dan in the tapers section June 1991 Deer Creek Music Center
Doug Lamarre
July 9, 2015
I met Dan in the early 80's while he was attending college in New Hampshire (Plymouth). We both shared the same interest - The Grateful Dead- He would come over to hang out and we would grill up some steaks and have a feast while the tape decks would be working overtime to make Grateful dead tapes. I also went to many shows with Dan he was a great traveling companion, a very kind soul. My condolences to his family, he was a very special person and it saddens me to hear of his passing.
Theresa Manning
July 7, 2015
Adam and Jan, on behalf of Norm Manning and Margaret Smith, let me add my condolences on Daniel's passing. I am so sorry for your loss. Gods' peace be with you all.
Theresa
Alan Bachrach
July 6, 2015
Jan, I'm very sorry to hear of the loss of your brother. My condolences, Alan
Jeffrey Silberman
July 6, 2015
I met Dan at a Grateful Dead concert in Nassau Coliseum on May 6, 1981, and we had been close friends ever since. We travelled to dozens of concerts all over the United States and even to Europe. We shared meals at 3-star Michelin restaurants in San Francisco and Paris as well as award-winning crabcakes in Maryland! We had many memorable moments together, and I will sorely miss reminiscing with him. My life was made more enjoyable thanks to him.
Susan Greenbaum
July 6, 2015
Farewell sweet cousin. Heartfelt condolences to Jan and Adam. May your good memories sustain you during this difficult time.
Donna Sandstad
July 5, 2015
Adam, and family-please accept my deepest sympathy for your loss.
Beverly Jacobson-Schler
July 5, 2015
Daniel, you will forever be in my heart... Our friendship is eternal...enjoy the best seats at all the shows.
July 5, 2015
So SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT DANIEL. CONDOLANCES TO THE ENTIRE FAMILY. Renee Jacobson
July 5, 2015
Pam and Harvey ..RIP our dear friend.
Elizabeth Bryhn
July 4, 2015
Goodbye old friend
Barbara Kirby
July 4, 2015
Jan and Adam...I'm so sorry. Barb Kirby (friend of Jan's)
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