Daniel Jackson “Dan” Sammons

Daniel Jackson Sammons “Dan” passed away on February 26, 2025 in a tragic accident on his beloved farm in Murrayville, Georgia. He passed away doing one of the many things he loved to do in a place he cherished. While conducting a legal burn on his property the fire became uncontrollable and he succumbed to the smoke and flames. He left this world the way he lived, larger than life.

Dan was born in Dothan, Alabama and is predeceased by his parents, Chapin Sammons and Betty Powell Sammons.

He is survived by his wife Mary Jane Henneke, his children Katie Berrigan (Matt), Peachtree Corners, GA; and Adam Sammons, Butte, MT; his brother Stan Sammons, and his grandchildren, James, Adam and Andrew Berrigan.

Dan received his undergraduate degree from the University of Georgia and his Juris Doctorate from the University of Georgia Law School. He was a successful attorney, colorful character, and a force to be reckoned with. He was easily recognizable from a distance wearing his signature suit, suspenders, cowboy hat and boots. Dan could command a crowd to silence with his riveting stories. These stories mostly included tales from his 40+ years of trial work, negotiations on behalf of his clients, calamities encountered while riding his horses, and life on the farm. While steely, complicated, and unbelievably stubborn this singular man loved his wife and children with a tenderness that was so deep and so present that it is hard to find words to explain. He often seemed invincible and will be missed by many.

Celebration of Life will be held 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm Friday, March 14, 2025 at the Historic City Hall, 117 Jesse Jewell Parkway, Gainesville, GA 30501.

Memorial Park Riverside Chapel, 989 Riverside Drive, Gainesville, GA 30501.

For online condolences www.memorialparkfuneralhomes.com