Damany Ali Head

The world lost a great man on July 26, 2025. Damany Head, a beloved husband, father, son, brother, friend, visionary, community leader and inspirator, passed away due to complications from a heart attack. Both his life and his death have had a profound impact on the many people who have been touched by the power and inspiration of his presence. Those who knew Damany can attest to his genuine love of life and of people, and his tireless commitment to catalyzing positive change in the world. He gave generously of himself to empowering others to rise to the highest versions of themselves. Damany truly lived the Christian faith he embraced, and embodied the spirit of love and service at the heart of it. For nearly three decades, Damany worked continuously to innovate solutions, and create organizations and initiatives that have a direct and positive impact on people and the planet. Whether through the business he built with his wife focusing on recycling and environmental sustainability, the impactful organizations he lead and the boards on which he served, or the many training and personal development programs he organized, originated, or facilitated, or through his extensive coaching and mentorship of many individuals, Damany's legacy of selfless service is profound. All who have known him will attest to his commitment to making a real, positive, and lasting difference in the lives of others, and that their lives were enhanced by having him in them; and all will agree that his presence on this planet will be greatly missed. An authentic glimpse into the kind of man Damany Head was is perhaps best expressed by this heartfelt writing of his eldest son, Christian, He built people up, made broken things mend, a quiet leader, a neighbor, a friend. He gave more than he ever kept— a legacy planted while others slept. The program he started still carries his name, proof that one heart can spark real change. Damany is survived by his wife, Shanell, his son, Christian (16), his daughter, Arianna (14), and his other son, Brayden (9). He is the son of Robbie (mother) and Silas (father) Goma, and the son-in-law of Cherlyn Weatherspoon and of Willie (Dorothy) Williams. He is a brother to siblings, Amanda Mitchell (sister), Merik Goma (brother), and Bobby Brown (brother). He is the beloved nephew of Aunts, Margaret, Patricia and Samantha Head, and of Uncle, Robert Head. He is also the beloved Uncle of niece, Mya and nephew, Dinari Mitchell. He will be remembered with great fondness and love by two goddaughters, family members in the Grand Rapids and Kalamazoo area, as well as by numerous cousins and extended family across Michigan, Mississippi, and beyond. Damany was also well-loved and respected by a large and diverse group of friends, coworkers, mentees, and associates. Funeral services will be held at Noon on Tuesday, August 5th, 2025 at Kensington Church in Troy (1825 E Square Lake Road), with a repast to follow at 3:00 p.m. at the Crofoot in Pontiac (1 S Saginaw St.). All are welcome to attend. You may watch the service using the following link: https://kensingtonchurch.org/special-event/ In lieu of flowers, it is requested that donations be made to the GoFundMe Campaign set up to support the Head family as they meet the challenges of their loss (to donate, please visit: https://gofund.me/ a2160607), and/or to the non-profit foundation started by Mr. Head—The Pontiac United Education Coalition (PUEC). (to donate, please visit www.PUEC.org and click the “Donate Now” button). May great things happen for the family and loved ones of a truly extraordinary man who made great things happen all around him.

Damany Ali Head

March 23, 1977 - July 26, 2025